"Toenail fungus infections can last for years if not treated properly,"

tips for having healthy pedicure sessions this summer and happy feet all year round:

- Bring your own instruments. Avoid infection by bringing your own tools. This includes bringing your own sandals to avoid contracting fungus like athlete's foot.

Avoid deep cuts. Do not let your pedicurist cut deep into the corners of your nails. Also ask your pedicurist to cut your nails straight across instead of curving the edges. This will help avoid ingrown nails.

-- Don't use sharp instruments on calluses. Do not have your calluses cut. Instead, use a pumice stone. Also helpful is a cream or lotion product with urea or a lactic acid derivative on the affected area twice a day. Wrap with saran wrap and a sock to dissolve thick or calloused skin.

- Avoid Flip Flop Tendonitis

Avoid heel and arch pain

Stretch the calf muscles for several minutes every day and before exercising. Stand two to three feet behind a counter or wall placing