Greene Hall Outpatient Services
(937) 352-2380
www.greenehealth.org
3095 Dayton Xenia Road
Suite 600
Beavercreek OH 45434

Rehabilitation Services

Primary Focus: Substance abuse treatment services
Services Provided: Substance abuse treatment
Type of Care: Outpatient

Pedicure

A pedicure is a way to improve the appearance of the feet and their nails. It provides a similar service as a manicure. The word pedicure refers to superficial cosmetic treatment of the feet and toenails and comes from the Latin words pedis, which means "of the foot," and cura, which means "care." A pedicure can help prevent nail diseases and nail disorders. Pedicures are not just limited to nails; a pedicurist removes dead skin cells on the bottom of feet using a rough pumice stone. Additionally, leg care below the knee is a common and now expected service included in pedicures. Leg care includes depilation via either shaving or waxing followed by granular exfoliation, application of moisturizing creams and a brief leg massage. The pedicure industry began to grow in 2000. There were approximately 50,000 nail salons located throughout the United States in 2000. There were 100,000 nail salons in 2009. The growth of full-service salons drove this increase. People have been pedicuring their nails for more than 4,000 years. In southern Babylonia, noblemen used solid gold tools to give themselves manicures and pedicures. The use of fingernail polish even started earlier. Originating in China in 3,000 BC, nail color indicated one’s social status, according to a Ming Dynasty manuscript; royal fingernails were painted black and red. Ancient Egyptians have been manicuring all the way back to 2300 BC. A depiction of early manicures and pedicures was on a carving from a pharaoh’s tomb, and the Egyptians paid special attention to their feet and legs. The Egyptians also colored their nails, using red to indicate the highest social class.

Eat Nutritious Foods

Choose a variety of nutritious foods every day, such as whole grain breads and cereals, lean meats, low-fat or fat-free milk and milk products and a variety of fruits and vegetables, like apples, berries, carrots and kale. Remember that health and weight depend on both an eating plan and physical activity. Healthful foods give the body the energy it needs to be active. Get support. Encourage family and friends to support a healthy lifestyle. Form walking groups with coworkers, play with children outside or take a dance class with friends.
Regular physical activity may help a person feel and move better. Whether a person wants to achieve and maintain a healthy weight or improve overall health, becoming physically active is a step in the right direction. It is never too early or too late to make physical activity a part of everyday life!