It is a common yet uncomfortable scenario: you sit down in a massage chair at a local nail salon, take off your shoes, and the nail technician quietly informs you that they cannot perform your pedicure.
Summer in New Hampshire means exploring the trails in Greenland, walking the beaches of Rye, and enjoying downtown Portsmouth. Living an active lifestyle is a core part of who we are in the Seacoast area. But when foot pain or chronic lower leg issues strike, that independence is compromised. And all too often, people are reluctant to pursue care.
It’s finally time to trade your heavy winter boots for open-toed shoes and summer sandals. However, if you have spent the last six months ignoring thick fungal toenails, severe calluses, or painful heel fissures, the thought of exposing your feet might cause sudden panic.
At From the Ground Up, our podiatrist-led spa treatments are designed to get your feet in peak condition, helping you prevent injuries and cross the finish line strong.
For clients suffering from dry, itchy skin, emerging calluses, or cracked heels, at-home lotions often aren’t enough. The skin on our feet is unique and requires a deeper, more therapeutic approach to truly heal.
A special occasion is circled on your calendar – a wedding, a long-awaited vacation, a significant celebration. You’ve planned your perfect outfit…but what about your feet? After months hidden away or enduring the daily grind, they might need some expert attention to truly shine and feel comfortable, especially if you’re planning on wearing those fabulous…
An ingrown toenail is just a minor annoyance…until it becomes painful…and then it’s infected. And at that point, you’ve got a far bigger problem on your hands. Or feet. You get the idea! Ingrown toenails get worse when folks neglect them, and unfortunately, many do, delaying treatment due to fear of painful procedures. At From…
Winter’s grip is finally loosening, and spring is on the horizon! It’s time to shed those heavy boots and embrace sandals and open-toed shoes. But after months of being cooped up, are your feet really ready to be seen? If dry, cracked skin or lingering nail issues are holding you back, From the Ground Up…
A pedicure can be a relaxing treat, leaving your feet pampered and polished. But if you have specific foot concerns or underlying health conditions, a traditional spa pedicure might not be the best choice. Enter the medical pedicure – a specialized treatment designed to address the health and appearance of your feet under the expert…
Winter has plenty of perks to recommend, but a higher risk of toenail fungus is not among them. This common condition, known as onychomycosis, thrives in the damp, dark environment of our winter footwear, causing nails to become discolored, thickened, and brittle. While toenail fungus can affect anyone, it’s particularly prevalent in older adults and…