[lstevenson1470]

Does anyone know of a doctor or nurse who cuts toenails near Brownwood?

[villagetinker]

As I recall, my wife gets hers done at a nail salon, you would just skip the polish....

[EdFNJ]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

As I recall, my wife gets hers done at a nail salon, you would just skip the polish....

Any podiatrist will as well. Frankly I would choose a podiatrist because one KNOWS for sure they keep their tools sanitized especially if one's feet or toes may have other issues which is common with many of us older folks plus medicare covers it.

[davem4616]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

As I recall, my wife gets hers done at a nail salon, you would just skip the polish....

last visit to the podiatrist wife was told that due to shortage of help, they're not doing nails anymore

they gave her the names of 3 podiatrists outside the villages (which we no longer have)....but I agree...just as good going to a nail salon, and cheaper too

[JoMar]

Wife and I have been getting pedicures at the same salon for the last 6 years and, so far, have survived. Also, I notice more men are in the chairs.....guess their wives stopped trimming their nails.

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by davem4616

last visit to the podiatrist wife was told that due to shortage of help, they're not doing nails anymore

they gave her the names of 3 podiatrists outside the villages (which we no longer have)....but I agree...just as good going to a nail salon, and cheaper too

Cheaper? My NJ Podiatrist does not charge for the clipping/foot inspection - it is covered by my Medicare...only pay my ins co-pay. My FL Podiatrist operated the same way - before he passed away.

[jswirs]

Originally Posted by lstevenson1470

Does anyone know of a doctor or nurse who cuts toenails near Brownwood?

I know this sounds crazy, but for about the last 15 years I have been trimming my (sometimes) ingrown and always thick toenails with a Dremel (this is a rotary tool). I use a very small bit with a grinding type of a tip. I'm not advising anyone to do this, as I am a down to the bone do-it-yourselfer. And yes, you must be very careful. I found it's easier for me to do it this way rather than taking the time to make an appointment and go to a podiatrist. ...Whatever works!

[DAVES]

If, justified, I think Medicare will cover it. Some seem to think a long as it doesn't cost ME I should take advantage, If, there is an issue of thick nails, weak hands or whatever, a simple nail file is simple, easy and done, It takes less time than my typing this post.

[DAVES]

Originally Posted by jswirs

I know this sounds crazy, but for about the last 15 years I have been trimming my (sometimes) ingrown and always thick toenails with a Dremel (this is a rotary tool). I use a very small bit with a grinding type of a tip. I'm not advising anyone to do this, as I am a down to the bone do-it-yourselfer. And yes, you must be very careful. I found it's easier for me to do it this way rather than taking the time to make an appointment and go to a podiatrist. ...Whatever works!

That is what my podiatrist uses. If, I recall they use a cone shaped, perhaps a diamond bit. I have suggested a nail file. A dremel tool may get some into trouble.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by davem4616

last visit to the podiatrist wife was told that due to shortage of help, they're not doing nails anymore

they gave her the names of 3 podiatrists outside the villages (which we no longer have)....but I agree...just as good going to a nail salon, and cheaper too

A shortage of help???

What, the doc doesn't do it themself? What in the holy hell?

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

Cheaper? My NJ Podiatrist does not charge for the clipping/foot inspection - it is covered by my Medicare...only pay my ins co-pay. My FL Podiatrist operated the same way - before he passed away.

It's only covered by Medicare if you meet certain guidelines. Diabetes, Poor Circulation, Dialysis, etc...

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by jswirs

I know this sounds crazy, but for about the last 15 years I have been trimming my (sometimes) ingrown and always thick toenails with a Dremel (this is a rotary tool). I use a very small bit with a grinding type of a tip. I'm not advising anyone to do this, as I am a down to the bone do-it-yourselfer. And yes, you must be very careful. I found it's easier for me to do it this way rather than taking the time to make an appointment and go to a podiatrist. ...Whatever works!

If your hand slips, you'll be down to the bone, for sure!

[EdFNJ]

Originally Posted by jswirs

I know this sounds crazy, but for about the last 15 years I have been trimming my (sometimes) ingrown and always thick toenails with a Dremel (this is a rotary tool). I use a very small bit with a grinding type of a tip. I'm not advising anyone to do this, as I am a down to the bone do-it-yourselfer. And yes, you must be very careful. I found it's easier for me to do it this way rather than taking the time to make an appointment and go to a podiatrist. ...Whatever works!

Not crazy at all. That's what a Podiatrist uses. You can actually buy real PODIATRY DREMEL TIPS on (where else) Amazon. Just have to make sure your Dremel has a speed control.

[EdFNJ]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

It's only covered by Medicare if you meet certain guidelines. Diabetes, Poor Circulation, Dialysis, etc...

I have none of those and it's been covered for probably all my adult life between private insurance and Medicare and Medicare advantage. Including what you wrote as long as you have any sign of just about anything (curved nails, fungus, inflamed cuticle or even athletes foot) it's covered as part of general foot treatment. If one's doctor says no, look elsewhere. Just like dermatologists. If you know what to ask for they will remove anything that is even only cosmetic.

[Two Bills]

I just run my toes across this now and again.