In order to avoid any infection or contamination, adhering to hygiene rules is crucial for a chiropodist/podiatrist. It is particularly recommended to use single-use hygiene articles for the practice of foot care and treatments. Podialux, a specialist in products for chiropody and podiatry in France, discusses the advantages of these hygienic consumables.
Adhering to hygiene rules by using single-use articles in podiatry
Practically all sectors of medicine prioritize the use of single-use articles to ensure the hygiene and safety of patients. Indeed, it is an effective way to minimize the risk of transmission of bacteria or germs, contamination, and infection.
The field of chiropody/podiatry is no exception, given that the chiropodist/podiatrist treats foot conditions for which it is essential to exercise caution. Using single-use hygiene articles is therefore recommended.
What are the various types of single-use hygiene articles?
Offering the advantages of being lightweight, easy to remove, economical, and, above all, hygienic, different useful single-use hygiene articles exist within the practice of the profession of chiropodist/podiatrist:
- Disposable gloves: Your hands are your working tool, but they also represent the primary vector for the transmission of viruses, bacteria, and germs. Using single-use gloves is by definition the basis of all hygiene rules.
- Single-use apron: Wearing a single-use apron acts as a barrier between your clothes and the foot to be treated. This helps minimize the transmission of microorganisms when you lean over to perform care.
- Surgical mask: The use of a single-use mask prevents any potential spread of respiratory viruses. It is a protection for both the patient and the chiropodist/podiatrist performing the care and treatments.
- Disposable medical cap: The single-use cap is an essential hygienic protection. It covers the head, thus preventing hair or scalp flakes from falling onto a condition or wound being treated on the foot.
- Disposable underpad: Waterproof, this protective device placed under the feet to be treated also limits the transmission of germs, bacteria, and viruses. Moreover, it also protects your work table from stains when you apply a liquid solution during your treatments.
Note that the presence of the CE mark on the packaging of these single-use hygiene articles means that they comply with European safety standards.
Questions about products and hygiene rules for podiatrists in France?
A store specializing in the sale of consumables for hygienic practice of your profession as a chiropodist/podiatrist, Podialux is available to answer all your requests. Contact us by phone or through our online form.
