Accessing Foot And Toenail Care

A podiatrist or chiropodist will be able to support with footcare / nail care. In most areas of the UK chiropody is available via the NHS - but it will depend on the severity of the condition. To obtain a referral to the NHS chiropodist you would require a referral from your GP, practice nurse or health visitor. If you would prefer to contact a chiropodist, ensure that they are qualified and a member of the Health and Care Professions Council (http://www.hcpc-uk.org) as well as one of the following:

• The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. http://www.scpod.org
• The Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists, http://www.iocp.org.uk
• The British Chiropody and Podiatry Association, www.bcha-uk.org

Helpfully, both the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists and the Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists have a search facility on their website for members.