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Chiropodist

Somebody who performs medical care and treatment of the human foot.

Foot Spa

Beauty care service offered by salons to beautify the feet and indicate relaxation and stimulation.

Spa

A beauty care where curative minerals are present for personal beautification.

Athlete's Foot

A fungal infection that attacks the toe nails and the spaces between the toes, making the skin feel sore and peeling away of the skin.

Corns (Calluses)

Pads of thick, hard skin on the toes and the soles of the feet that protect against friction and pressure.

Ingrown

When a toenail curves upwards and bites into the flesh at the sides of the toe, causing pain or discomfort.

Analysis of the client's foot condition

Helps determine the cosmetics and/or service that should or should not be applied.

Treatment plan

Considered after analyzing the client's nails and adjacent skin to correct any skin disorders.

Maintain good personal communication and hygiene

Wash hands regularly and clean implements thoroughly.

Steps in performing foot spa

Prepare equipment neatly, place a towel on the floor between you and the client, direct the client to wear personal protective clothing, set up the foot spa machine, place two towels on your lap, and perform foot spa.

Nail care tools and equipment

Articles used in any nail care service that are durable or permanent and are hand-held.

Materials

Cosmetics and supplies that are consumed and should be replaced from time to time.

Equipment

Items that are more or less durable and permanent needed for a particular activity or purpose.

Chair

Seats with back support which have four legs and some have rests for the arms.

Foot Spa Machine

An electronic gadget used for soaking, bathing, and massaging the feet during a foot spa.

Foot Spa Stool

A simple seat with three or four legs designed to provide comfort and elevation during a foot spa.

Sterilizer

Equipment in a salon used for sterilizing metal implements to kill microorganisms.

Timer

A device that can be pre-set to start or stop something at a given time.

Nail Care

Once considered a luxury, now a regular nail care activity for grooming and relaxation.