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Personal Trainer: Lower Back and Hip Pain

Due to long hours in a seated position, often straining forward or at a twisted angle, it’s likely you will suffer lower back pain at some point in your nail career.

Wellness

Nail Down Habits to Beat Work-Related Stress

by Erin Snyder Dixon

Though it’s no laughing matter, when you are ready to pull your hair out and run screaming from the salon, it’s time to rethink your strategy. Take this quick quiz to find new ways to deal with day-to-day stressors in the salon.

When clients enter, they note white floors, minimalist decor, soft relaxing music, and scents...

Business

Podiatrist-Owned CleanSpa Sets a Shining Example

by Denise Baich, CleanSpa director

CleanSpa is a partnership of a podiatrist and nail technicians in a new spa setting — the foot spa. Here, nail technicians have the opportunity to perform pedicures for people who not only need their services, but appreciate their special expertise.

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Fancy Footrest Is Ergonomic

by Staff

The new Gulfstream footrest is ergonomically designed with contoured footrest pads and an adjustable center pad to gently elevate the client’s feet, creating ease for both the technician and client.

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San Francisco Recognizes Healthy Nail Salons

by Staff

San Francisco’s Healthy Nail Salon Program aims to reward nail salons that make safer choices for their employees, customers, and the environment.

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You Are Now Entering the Breathing Zone: Salon Ventilation Guide

by Sree Roy

The invisible beachball-sized sphere of air that surrounds your face in all directions is a great place to start implementing efficient salon ventilation. NAILS walks you through all of the things you need to know, from what to look for in a ventilation system to how the components work to a few tweaks you can make in your day-to-day habits for extra protection. Get ready to breathe easy.

Push your fingers together and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat up to 10 times, multiple times a day.

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Personal Trainer: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

by Sree Roy

Addressed early, there are at-home prevention and management techniques for carpal tunnel syndrome, though in certain cases, surgery may be needed.

Pictured (left to right) are Norman Wallis, executive director, ACFAOM, Kathleen Satterfield,...

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Learn to Be a Podiatric Assistant

by Staff

The American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics & Medicine (ACFAOM), a medical specialty society affiliated with the American Podiatric Medical Association, recently began partnering with Medinail Learning Center (MLC), an online training system, to offer a comprehensive training and certification program for Clinical Podiatric Medical Assistants.

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You Have Our Word

by Staff

In 2000, when news broke about the potential dangers of whirlpool spas, many salon owners were horrified to hear of the sanitation shortcuts happening within the industry. Today, conscientious techs find creative ways to let every client know of their pledge to provide safe services — every time.

Technique

Bulbs — Plus Germ Killer

by Staff

Affordable and reliable, UV Gel Curing Bulbs from Purely Products are high-quality lamps for gel nail dryers and UV-curing lamps.

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Sustainability Guide

by Staff

If you’re serious about bringing sustainability to the salon, the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas (NAEFSS) can help.

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How to Request an OSHA On-Site Consultation

by Staff

OSHA recently provided salons with a handy guide called "Stay Healthy and Safe While Giving Manicures and Pedicures," but did you know that you can also request a free on-site consultation for your salon?

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No More Looking Down

by Judy Lessin

Success came at a price for nail tech Carrie Bomar. After spending countless hours each day looking down at clients’ hands, her neck began to hurt, a result of the posture most nail technicians assume.