Pedicure Conference: Life runs more smoothly… when we do it together

12.30 – 12.45 Enjoying life through positive health – Miranda van Mol

Health is more than just a physical complaint. During this inspiring opening session, you will be introduced to Positive Health and discover how this broader view of health ties in with the day-to-day practice of a chiropodist. Miranda demonstrates how to look not just at the feet, but at the person as a whole. You’ll gain practical insights that will enable you to support clients in walking through life with greater ease.

12.45 – 13.15 Physical, mental and lifestyle balance – Sepp Mortelmans

Health is more than just the absence of physical symptoms. Physical health, mental resilience and lifestyle are closely intertwined and have a direct influence on one another. Sepp explains how these three pillars are interconnected and how this affects the conditions you encounter as a chiropodist in your practice. You will discover how factors such as stress, sleep, diet, exercise and mental health can be important for foot health.

13.15–13.50 From pedicure to LRA – Lotte Nijerees

An ingrown toenail is a common condition and can often be treated effectively at a chiropody practice. But when is treatment no longer sufficient, and is referral the best option? Lotte guides you through the treatment of ingrown toenails, from the first signs to a partial nail resection under anaesthesia. Through recognisable case studies, you will gain an insight into the various treatment options, the importance of timely referral and how collaboration contributes to the best possible care for the patient.

13.50 – 14.05 Break

14.05 – 14.40 Ergonomics is important; especially for you as well as for the patient – Rogier Wils

As a chiropodist, you often see more than just the feet. During this presentation, occupational therapist Rogier will show you how to recognise signs in posture, movement and daily functioning, and translate these into practical advice for your clients. In addition, attention will be paid to your own working posture. You will discover how small adjustments to ergonomics and workplace layout can help reduce physical strain, enabling you to continue working with greater comfort and enjoyment.

14.40 – 15.15 Coping with grief – Isabelle Rongen

Personal conversations often arise whilst in the pedicure chair. Clients sometimes share their grief, loss or significant changes in their lives. But how do you deal with this in an appropriate way? Psychologist Isabelle provides insight into recognising grief and loss and offers practical guidance for conversations in which attention and empathy are key. You will learn how to offer support without losing sight of your professional role.

15.15 – 15.30 Break

15.30 – 16.00 Dry skin: recognising, understanding and treating it – Margreet van Putten