Clip and Clear

16/02/2026

It has been an incredibly rewarding 8 months since I soft launched and started offering basic foot care and toenail cutting.(I can cut finger nails too). I have met some lovely folk and really love it. Here is to the next couple of months.

15/02/2026

Home visits for foot care provide essential, convenient, and personalised treatment for people wwith limited mobility or chronic conditions, improving comfort and safety in their own environment. Home visits reduce the stress and physical strain of travel, and support independence by preventing falls and managing conditions like diabetes.

Key Benefits of In-Home Foot Care

Convenience and Accessibility: Ideal for those with mobility issues, preventing the need to arrange transport

Regular, in-home assessments help identify early signs of infections, ulcers, and deformities, reducing the risk of serious complications .

Reduced Risk of Falls: Proper foot care directly impacts stability, which can decrease fall risks

Foot Care in your own environment: Receive attention (e.g., nail trimming or diabetic foot assessments) in the comfort of your own home.

Eliminates the stress and challenges of arranging travel, finding parking, and attending a busy clinic.

14/02/2026

08/02/2026

This is the face behind Clip and Clear which really started after many conversations in medical practices in Annandale and Eskdale. Basic Footcare is lacking and the easy task of cutting your toenails become more difficult as you age.

I started my healthcare career in South-Africa when I was 17 year old and moved over to the UK when I was 30 (still in healthcare). Many years of nursing and then working the community in various roles and I love to be able to "help". I love having conversations even more and manage to do this whilst offering basic footcare. I trained to cut toenails before offering it as a business skill and it has been getting busier. I am currently training as a Foot Health Care Practitioner and will be able to help with corns, calluses and orthoses before the year is out.

Diabetic reviews are usually done within your surgery but I am happy to do a basic check in the comfort of your own home.

Get in touch if you live in the Lockerbie/ Lochmaben/ Eagelsfield, Ecclefechan area. Happy to cover further a field for an extra charge to cover fuel.

Looking forward to meet you
Mia

02/02/2026

Key Winter Foot Care Tips

Keep Your Feet Dry and Warm
Change out of damp socks or shoes immediately to avoid fungal growth. Wear wool or synthetic, moisture-wicking socks rather than cotton.
Moisturize Daily
Apply a rich, urea-based foot cream to prevent dry, cracked heels, especially after bathing.
Choose Proper Footwear
Wear waterproof, well-fitting shoes or boots with good tread to prevent slips and frostbite.
Improve Circulation
Avoid wearing tight socks or shoes that restrict blood flow. Keep moving to encourage circulation, and if you are sitting, elevate your feet
Inspect Regularly
Check for dry skin, cracks, or changes in skin color, which could indicate cold-related damage.
Avoid Intense Heat
Do not put feet directly against radiators or in front of fires, as cold skin is more susceptible to burns.

26/01/2026

Ready for another day looking after some feet. My "activity bag" is filled with sterile nippers, pumice stones, nail files, epsom salts,towels and lotion. I have another bag with a basin,seat, jug and foot pedal...so all you have to do is show me the tap and you have a seat and Relax.

25/01/2026

Lovely feedback on a second visit to a client, after doing a diabetic foot check and highlighted the risk of her diabetic neuropathy. She self referred to podiatry and was delighted with the response within weeks.

21/01/2026

All appointments are within the comfort of your own home. A visit will last about an hour and we can schedule appointments after the visit or you contact me when you think you need a follow up.

16/01/2026

The number of happy feet in our local area is growing steadily....