Sole Focus Nursing Foot Health

07/28/2025

Today is Part 2 of our series on why foot care nurses don't soak feet.

Reason #2 is calluses. That might sound counter-intuitive. Aren't they easier to remove when they're softened? Well for us, that's not the case.

When you soak your calluses, the dead skin cells absorb water and plump up. So while it might look like you're taking off a lot of the callus, you're removing bigger cells instead of more cells!

We use a professional callus softener that helps to break down the keratin (which is what calluses are made of), rather than hydrate it and plump it up. We have professional equipment that can take off a lot of callus at once, and can also use blades to remove particularly thick callus. We can do this because our instruments are sterile, which reduces the risk of accidental introduction of bacteria into the skin. Our high-speed rotary tools have foot-specific burs that are specifically designed for skin and nail use, making clearing up thick calluses simple and safe.

Stay tuned for more reasons foot care nurses don't soak feet!

07/21/2025

Those of you who have used our services may have noticed: we don't soak your feet. Why not??

There are several reasons, but today I'll just talk about one. We don't soak your feet because it interferes with our assessment of your skin and nails.

As nurses, we don't just tidy your nails. We assess your feet and lower legs. Part of that assessment is the health of your skin. If we soak your feet, it changes your skin. One of the things we look for is damp skin between the toes, so how would we know if that was because of the soak or a skin condition? We also assess your foot hygiene. We don't care if you've just come from the garden and are a little dirty, but we do want to know if you're consistently not cleaning certain parts of the feet, because then we can talk about how you can better care for your feet at home! Do you just need a little education on the subject? Do you have a mobility concern that interferes with your ability to reach your feet, so we need to suggest some modifications to make it easier? Is your skin unusually dry?

Instead of soaking, we use a hypoallergenic waterless cleanser to remove dirt and debris. It allows us to actively check your feet while we clean them.

Stay tuned for the next installment of why we don't soak feet!

07/17/2025

Product spotlight: BioTEXT

This is a safe, hospital-grade disinfectant specifically designed for soft surfaces like fabric and leather. It kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi, without leaving a strong odour. It's great for disinfecting footwear to reduce the risk of athlete's foot and fungal nails, as well as during and after treatment to prevent reinfection.

BioTEXT works on other things you can't launder, like soccer cleats, hockey gear, and pet beds. It can also be used on hard surfaces.

Contact us for more information and to purchase. Available in 60 mL and 720 mL spray bottles. Refills available at a discount.

07/09/2025

Reflexology is a complementary therapy that applies pressure to specific points on the feet to potentially improve overall health and well-being. Appointments are available most days of the week!

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07/05/2025

Dry skin can be irritating, uncomfortable, and even embarrassing. But did you know it can also be affecting your overall health? Check out the article below for more information.

Dry skin is more than just an annoying problem. It can lead to discomfort, irritation, and emotional distress. While many see dry skin as a cosmetic concern, it may point toward more serious health issues, particularly chronic inflammation influenced by cytokines. Recognizing this link is vital for....

06/30/2025

Sometimes, nails start rolling in on themselves. This can cause a lot of pain, even infection if the skin gets damaged. It also makes them really difficult to cut! Sole Focus offers a painless, non-surgical correction method to get those nails back into shape. Works for most ingrown, involuted, and pincer nails.

Book a consultation with us to see if the Onyfix system is right for you!

06/25/2025

We passed!

This week Sole Focus was audited by Interior Health to ensure we are maintaining proper standards for instrument use and cleaning. We passed with flying colours, just like the sterility indicators placed in every one of our instrument packages.

A huge thank you to Foot Canada Training and One Step Foot Care Inc. for their education! Their commitment to excellence in foot care nursing taught me everything I needed to know!

06/21/2025

It's officially summer, and that means sandal season! Are you proud to show your tootsies or is there one you prefer to hide?

Appointments are now available for MedFlex nail reconstruction. This is a non-toxic, flexible, breathable polymer that's compatible with traditional nail polish. It's safe in pregnancy and diabetes, and lasts for months! No nail at all? No problem! A temporary nail will last for up to two weeks if you have an event you want to show your toes for.

06/15/2025

Do you ever wonder why all the foot care instruments are in little paper packages? It's because your safety is so important!

Those packages are used to put instruments through a steam sterilizer (autoclave). First the instruments are scrubbed and disinfected, then inspected, and then packaged with a little indicator that changes colour when the right temperature and pressure is reached for the right amount of time to make sure all pathogens are killed. All instruments are kept sterile in their packages until they're needed for your feet!

06/08/2025

Two weeks ago, I attended the Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses conference in Calgary, AB. It was absolutely fantastic! Not only that, but I won a door prize!! A first for me, since I never win anything, haha. Pedicare Professional Footcare Instruments donated this great bundle, and I can't wait to use my rotary bur credit - you can never have too many burs 🥰

06/04/2025

This treatment is available at the Nakusp clinic! If you scroll to the bottom of the blog page, you can watch a Global News article on the process. Treatment usually takes 16-20 weeks, with full results in 12-18 months, once the nails have completely grown out.

Not sure if you have nail fungus? Come in for a test that boasts 95% accuracy. Results in less than 3 weeks.

For foot care professionals, effectively treating fungal nail infections can be a challenge—especially when traditional topical and oral medications often fail to deliver lasting results. That’s why more clinics are turning to a combination of ToeFX ClearToe Therapy and Rotatool™ Vacuum Units ...

05/30/2025

Photo from Foot Canada Training.

At home, of course, you don't need to use sterile towels, but it's a good idea to use clean ones!