Trimming & Cutting Toe Nails

QuickSilver said:
No they don't... they are done by licensed nail technicians.. that would be the day an MD would do that... I can assure you..
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Are you saying that the highly "medical doctors" would not lower themselves or waste their time giving a mere medical pedicure? Are you saying that this is a lie??

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I don't think Lon who suffers from Peripheral Neuropathy resulting from chemotherapy treatments is worried about picking out any nail polish...nor would concerned seniors who have diabetes.
 

You should only use a fully trained podiatrist if you have peripheral neuropathy, you do need to be very careful and not worth risking gangrene infection and possible loss of limb. It maybe the worst scenario but it could be a real one and you have to ask yourself if it's worth the risk !!
 
SeaBreeze said:
I don't think Lon who suffers from Peripheral Neuropathy resulting from chemotherapy treatments is worried about picking out any nail polish...nor would concerned seniors who have diabetes.
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No of course not SB.... Lon would probably opt for a nice smooth buff... or perhaps a subtle clear coat... I was speaking for the ladies.. I wonder if Dr. Young can do those cute little designs.. You know.. the flowers or the swirls that look so cute with sandals? lol!!!
 
Mrs. Robinson said:
OK,I looked it up and apparently it is not against the law. However,it does say that you should tell the technician if you are diabetic or have any other health issues that could be of a concern. So now I wonder what the tech would say if I told them I am diabetic when they have that sign hanging on their wall? Somehow I think they would still do the pedicure but if there was to be a problem,they would point to the sign and shrug their shoulders.
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I don't "play with that stuff either Mrs. R, I know too many that have diabetis and neuropathy. I went to a podiatrist when I had two, ingrown nails. He was excellent and I have NEVER had issues since.
 
nwlady said:
I don't "play with that stuff either Mrs. R, I know too many that have diabetis and neuropathy. I went to a podiatrist when I had two, ingrown nails. He was excellent and I have NEVER had issues since.
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I would go to a podiatrist for ingrown toe nails also... and I don't have diabetes of neuropathy... that's surgery.... that and nail cutting are apples and oranges.
 
QuickSilver said:
No and the vast majority of Podiatrists won't either..
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No, and nail techs don't have any business doing what a podiatrist whos studied 4 years. This thread OP is about having toenails trimmed when you have specific medical issues. How long does it take to be a nail technician?
 
nwlady said:
No, and nail techs don't have any business doing what a podiatrist whos studied 4 years. This thread OP is about having toenails trimmed when you have specific medical issues. How long does it take to be a nail technician?
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Nail techs are trained and licensed by the State to perform nail care.. It is not rocket science or brain surgery. So long as they don't CUT the skin.. and use sterile instruments... they are well equipped to cut nails.. You are making way to much of it.. even for a diabetic.. BUt I understand why some lay people would feel more comfortable at a doctor. To each his own. so long as you understand it's not necessary...
 
QuickSilver said:
I would go to a podiatrist for ingrown toe nails also... and I don't have diabetes of neuropathy... that's surgery.... that and nail cutting are apples and oranges.
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That's right, and that's what people were pointing out about going to a nail tech with feet that need professional care.
 
nwlady said:
That's right, and that's what people were pointing out about going to a nail tech with feet that need professional care.
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I guess that's where you are misunderstanding... Being diabetic or having neuropathy does NOT necessarily require nail cutting by a doctor. A professional nail tech can do it just as well..
 
QuickSilver said:
Why don't you go to for a pedicure? There are lot's of men clients in the shop I go to. Most of them are older and have diabetes and/or neuropathy. You could go to a doc, but that's a lot of money for a toenail cut and cuticle trim.
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Here it's suggested to go to a nail tech with Lons conditions in his feet.

QuickSilver said:
Doctors don't give pedicures... But whatever... I personally wouldn't worry at all about going to a reputable licensed shop... BUT.... everyone should do what they are comfortable with.. I suppose, having taught diabetic foot care in the past, I'm not as overwhelmed by the prospect..as I understand the necessary precautions.
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Here you wouldn't worry about going to a nail tech with a foot disorder, say, like Lons

QuickSilver said:
I would go to a podiatrist for ingrown toe nails also... and I don't have diabetes of neuropathy... that's surgery.... that and nail cutting are apples and oranges.
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Here you would not go to a nail tech if you have ingrown nails, and you indicate you don't have diabetes or neurpathy, and the latters are surgery. Maybe you could decide which is your final answer.
 
QuickSilver said:
I guess that's where you are misunderstanding... Being diabetic or having neuropathy does NOT necessarily require nail cutting by a doctor. A professional nail tech can do it just as well..
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I strongly disagree, just the training a podiatrist has convinces me, compared to a nail tech. I have nothing again nail techs, they have their place, but it isn't in dealing with medical issues.
 
nwlady said:
Here it's suggested to go to a nail tech with Lons conditions in his feet.



Here you wouldn't worry about going to a nail tech with a foot disorder, say, like Lons




Here you would not go to a nail tech if you have ingrown nails, and you indicate you don't have diabetes or neurpathy, and the latters are surgery. Maybe you could decide which is your final answer.
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Not sure what your confusion is.. Nail techs to not operate on ingrown toenails anyway.. so NO... I would not go to one for that surgery.. duh.......... No I am not diabetic BUT if I WERE... I would have no problem going to a reputable nail tech for NAIL CUTTING...... only...... OK? Do you understand me now?
 
nwlady said:
I strongly disagree, just the training a podiatrist has convinces me, compared to a nail tech. I have nothing again nail techs, they have their place, but it isn't in dealing with medical issues.
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Well, we are all entitled to an opinion... whatever it is.. Nail cutting is not considered a medical procedure.. it's a grooming procedure.. and it's not illegal for a tech to cut a diabetics toenails with proper caution... for which they are trained... but whatever..
 
Here it takes about 4 years to gain a podiatrists degree qualification, I don't know what the equivalent in any other country would be but I would think of a nail technician as someone who does manicures but not medically trained.
 
Phoenix14 said:
Here it takes about 4 years to gain a podiatrists degree qualification, I don't know what the equivalent in any other country would be but I would think of a nail technician as someone who does manicures but not medically trained.
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No the are not medically trained... but they ARE trained to cut toenails... and they are trained to take precautions with diabetics... They are NOT MD's you are correct.. but they don't have to be for what they do. They are also licensed.. to cut toenails.. NOT do surgery..
 
You let us know, quite often, that you have training as a nurse, and I just think you should be very clear on advice, or suggestions you give to people. Nail technicians have 300 hours of training, thereabouts. Yes, some know there are precautions, but I feel lon's situation is serious enough that he needs to get all sides of it before deciding.

Do you understand me now?
 
nwlady said:
You let us know, quite often, that you have training as a nurse, and I just think you should be very clear on advice, or suggestions you give to people. Nail technicians have 300 hours of training, thereabouts. Yes, some know there are precautions, but I feel lon's situation is serious enough that he needs to get all sides of it before deciding.

Do you understand me now?
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I give..... Lon can do as he likes. AND I am not giving medical advise... just suggestions... You act like you think Docs have some sort of special nail cutting skill that a trained nail tech does not have.. News flash..... they cut toes too... Do you think they have some sort of magic to prevent it from becoming infected?? lol!!

Having reviewed thousands of charts with postoperative infections.... after docs do their handiwork.... I wouldn't be so sure about their MAGIC if I were you..
 
Our podiatrists can perform toe nail removals and treat other foot problems as well being able to identify possible future problems, there are also people who help out folks by just cutting nails but are not trained to deal with medical conditions.
 
Phoenix14 said:
Here it takes about 4 years to gain a podiatrists degree qualification, I don't know what the equivalent in any other country would be but I would think of a nail technician as someone who does manicures but not medically trained.
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Yes, I think it is first a Bachelors Degree, then 4 years to become a podiatrist. Nail Technicians don't get medical training, unless it's how to give first aid. I think they do receive that. I was given First Aid training for 8 hours. I haven't had to use it so it's gone poof!! But if they only are taught basically, to be careful, that's enough for me to want to go to a podiatrist, if I have severe foot issues. I don't know how bad the neuropothy can get, and I know little about diabetes other than I know folks have had to have amputations with it.
 
QuickSilver said:
I give..... Lon can do as he likes. AND I am not giving medical advise... just suggestions... You act like you think Docs have some sort of special nail cutting skill that a trained nail tech does not have.. News flash..... they cut toes too... Do you think they have some sort of magic to prevent it from becoming infected?? lol!!

Having reviewed thousands of charts with postoperative infections.... after docs do their handiwork.... I wouldn't be so sure about their MAGIC if I were you..
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LOL, well, so much for your support of your profession. Wasn't that long ago we were listening to you degrade alternative medicine, I guess it just depends on what day it is.
 
nwlady said:
LOL, well, so much for your support of your profession. Wasn't that long ago we were listening to you degrade alternative medicine, I guess it just depends on what day it is.
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I don't believe I ever said docs were infallible..... only that most alternative medicine is foolhardy..AND dangerous.. Keep trying hun... lol!!
 

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