Nail Polish Do's and Dont's for Dancers

Most female dancers enjoy spicing up their feet for modern class or sandals with some nail polish.  It is fun, festive, and a great way to make your feet look a little less beat up from the dance floor!  However, there are some dangers to wearing nail polish, especially for dancers.

The first danger of nail polish is the limited visibility of toenails whilst wearing it.  If you cannot see your toenail, there may be problems with your feet you are unaware of.  For example, your pretty polish may be covering up bruised toenails, which can be a great source of pain and may cause your nails to fall off!  Your polish could also be hiding fungal toenails. Fungal toenails can be spread in public areas, so you may be unknowingly passing it on to your friends in modern class on the hot marley floor. If you are unaware of the problem, there is no way you can fix it! The second danger of nail polish is the harsh chemicals in the polish and remover. Some polishes contain formaldehyde, which has been proven to be a carcinogen, and other dangerous chemicals.

 If you want to wear nail polish try Dr. Remedy's line of enriched polishes and removers.  You should also allow your nails at least one week out of the month to have fresh air and to check for any toenail problems the polish may be hiding. Dr. Remedy's enriched polish remover is available through the product store. If you notice any problems with your feet or toenails upon the removal of your polish, call our office at 419-423-1888 or visit our website to request an appointment. You should also make an appointment with your podiatrist if you notice any other problems with your feet, not just your toenails!