Diabetic neuropathy is an abnormality in the nervous system that results in poor circulation. Poor circulation can cause loss of feeling, and it also prevents the body from nourishing the cells properly, which slows or prevents healing. Improper healing is worsened in the extremities (hands and feet) which brings us full circle to why manicures and pedicures may pose a risk for diabetics. If a diabetic has poor circulation and has lost some feeling in her toes, she will not know if the water is too hot, if she has a cut or nick, or even if a technician is filing her foot too hard.

Diabetic clients need nail technicians who see themselves as client advocates, professionals who will educate themselves on the particular needs of this clientele and then create a clean, safe environment where they can relax and enjoy spa services. By providing safe home pedicure service the Nail Diary is the advocate for the diabetic client.