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Pedicure safety is very important for the health of your feet. Giving yourself a pedicure at home can risk an infection if not done correctly. A few basic pedicure tips can help you prevent significant complications from your pampering.

Clip your toenails straight across, so you leave the edges intact. This helps prevent ingrown toenails. Don’t clip your cuticles at all, since they help protect you from infections. Use a pumice stone very gently to smooth out your calluses after you’ve washed your feet and ankles. Apply moisturizer to your skin and your nails. Always disinfect your pedicure tools after using them.

If you have diabetes, doing your own pedicure is a bad idea. Your feet have an increased risk for infections and damage.

Spider veins can be caused by a variety of factors, but the most common is veins that have become weak and are unable to prevent blood from flowing back into them. During the aging process, the venous system will often deteriorate making the appearance of spider veins more likely. Excess pressure on the veins due to pregnancy, obesity, or even long periods of standing and/or sitting can also play a role in their development.

In some cases, family history does play a role. If heart issues or clotting issues run in your family, you may be more affected. Trauma, exposure to the sun, and even changes in hormones (such as menopause) can result in the development of spider veins.

The appearance of spider veins can cause concern and embarrassment in some cases. However, there are ways to combat them.

At Dallas Podiatry Works, we use the Q Clear Laser to treat spider veins. This painless laser treatment can greatly reduce the appearance of these thin, web like veins.

While it may take multiple initial treatments to address the affected areas, the veins typically disappear for good. However, new spider veins may appear over time. If this is the case, then a patient may choose to repeat treatment.

Prevention methods can be used to decrease the likelihood of reappearance of spider veins. Exercising daily will help with improved circulation and maintaining a healthy weight. Even changing your position often at work will help. A healthy, low-sodium diet can also assist in maintaining a healthy circulatory system.