Pedicure nail services: How to treat clients with arthritis

Arthritis can cause joints to become inflamed, painful and in later stages, deformed.

As some arthritics suffer from arthritis in their feet, a pedicure is often well-needed. Nail professionals share tips on how to treat clients with arthritis…

“Arthritis can be quite tender, and having a pedicure can release some of the stress on the joints and help to decrease the pain,” says Teresa Frake, LCN master trainer.

“A massage helps enormously, and paraffin wax can be used to increase circulation and joint mobility.”

“Always treat clients with arthritis with care, be careful with your tools and do not overwork the skin,” share Clare Hooson, Footlogix educator.

“If the client is showing any cause for concern, advise them to seek advice from a doctor straight away.”

“A foot bath is one of the best things you can do for an arthritic client, as the warm water eases pain and reduces swelling,” notes Lucy Sharman, Elim pedi pro.

“Often with arthritic sufferers, the toenails may be thicker, twisted or have a yellow appearance, so extra care is required when using clippers to cut the toenails.”