Professional foot care
Medical pedicure – professional foot care
Medical pedicure is a specialized branch that combines aesthetic and medical approaches to foot health. It addresses not only the beauty of nails but also resolves specific issues such as ingrown and fungal nails, corns, calluses, cracks, thickened skin, warts, and other changes that cause pain, discomfort, and aesthetic concerns.
It is a preventive, therapeutic, and often rehabilitative foot care treatment, performed by a professionally trained pedicurist or medical podiatrist, especially for diabetics and other at-risk groups.
When to choose medical pedicure
- ingrown nails and painful nail edges
- corns, calluses, and thickened skin
- fungal, deformed, or discolored nails
- dry and cracked heels
- warts or other problematic areas
- diabetes or circulation issues
Why our service is premium
- professional and safe podological treatment
- option of diode laser support
- corrective nail reconstruction when needed
- APIS Professional Intense treatment aftercare
- individual plan for long-term foot health
Role of diode laser in medical pedicure
In modern medical pedicure, the diode laser represents an important addition in treating fungal nails, chronic skin thickening, cracks, and some skin changes as a complement to mechanical treatment. The laser is not a standalone “miracle solution” but part of a comprehensive therapy that includes proper nail or skin treatment, hygiene recommendations, and home care.
Common issues we address
- Corns and calluses – safely remove thickened skin, relieve pressure points, and provide footwear advice.
- Ingrown nails – properly shape the nail, use relief techniques when needed, and advise on further care.
- Fungal nails – shorten, thin, and remove affected parts of the nail, with optional diode laser support.
- Cracks and dry heels – treat fissures and thickened skin to support foot regeneration.
- Nail deformities and injuries – supplement therapy with corrective nail reconstruction when needed.
Medical pedicure procedure
- Consultation and assessment – examine feet, nails, skin condition, footwear, and stress factors.
- Preparation and disinfection – clean, disinfect, and soften hard skin or nails as needed.
- Nail treatment – proper cutting, shaping, and corrective techniques for deformities or ingrowth.
- Skin treatment – removal of calluses, corns, hard skin, and treatment of cracks.
- Diode laser application – when needed for fungal nails or to support regeneration.
- Final treatment and instructions – application of APIS products and individual home care instructions.
APIS Professional Intense aftercare
To support the results of medical pedicure and protect skin and nails after treatment, we include APIS Professional Intense: regenerative creams for feet with cracks, moisturizing creams and serums to soften hard skin, and specialized preparations for problematic feet with antibacterial and antimycotic components.
The APIS Professional Intense line helps maintain results between visits, reduces dryness, cracks, and the possibility of new infections, while restoring comfort and a protected feeling to your feet.
FAQ
Is medical pedicure painful?
Most procedures are only mildly uncomfortable. For more sensitive conditions like ingrown nails or deep fissures, you might feel some discomfort, but we always work gradually and very carefully.
How often should I come for a visit?
For chronic issues, we typically recommend visits every 4-6 weeks, while for preventive care, an appointment every 6-8 weeks is often sufficient.
Can a diode laser replace medication for fungal nails?
Not necessarily. The laser is a very useful support, but the best results are achieved as part of combined therapy along with mechanical treatment and, if needed, medical therapy.
Is medical pedicure safe for diabetics?
Yes, and it’s especially important that it’s performed by a professionally trained podiatrist who knows the specifics of the diabetic foot and works very carefully.
Why are follow-up visits necessary for fungal nails?
Nails grow slowly, often taking 12-18 months to fully replace, which is why regular monitoring is crucial for treatment success and timely adjustment of care.
Medical Pedicure + Diode Laser + APIS Professional Intense
If you’re dealing with ingrown or fungal nails, calluses, painful heels, cracks, or simply want your feet to finally receive professional attention, medical pedicure is the right choice. Book an appointment for a foot assessment and we’ll develop a personalized foot care program together for healthy, comfortable, and aesthetically beautiful feet throughout the year.
Medical pedicure in Velenje is performed exclusively by appointment at the Zoja Beauty salon on Partizanska cesta 10, ensuring that each client receives individual attention without waiting.