French Public Health Code
In forceChiropodists, on the basis of a diagnosis of chiropody which they have established beforehand, are the only ones qualified to treat directly epidermal disorders, limited to the horny layers and nail disorders of the foot, excluding any surgical intervention.
They alone are also authorised to provide hygiene care and to make and apply insoles designed to prevent or relieve skin disorders.
With a prescription and under medical supervision, chiropodists can treat pathological conditions in their area of expertise.
Chiropodists analyse and assess morphostatic and dynamic disorders of the foot and draw up a chiropody diagnosis, taking into account the statics and dynamics of the foot and their interaction with the musculoskeletal system.
Chiropodists may prescribe foot orthoses, unless the attending physician advises otherwise.
Podiatrists may directly assess the foot risk of diabetic patients and prescribe appropriate preventive care sessions. A report is sent to the patient's GP and included in the patient's shared medical file.
