Pedicure file

Abstract

The pedicure file includes a housing having a hollow interior, the housing being configured in an ovate-like shape. Two identically configured cap members are attached together to form the housing. Outer surfaces of the housing are designed to support removable and disposable abrasive pads thereon. The pads are employed to scrape away calluses from the skin. Ridge and gap structures disposed along the periphery of the outer surfaces to allow for easy placement and removal of the pads. A channel is formed around the housing to form an ergonomic gripping surface. A plurality of replacement pads are stored in the interior of the housing.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 189,210, filed Aug. 18, 2008.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention generally relates to personal hygiene devices, and more specifically to a pedicure file that provides a device for removing calluses that are formed on parts of the human body.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Keratosis is generally defined as a condition of the skin characterized by an overgrowth of calluses on the skin. This condition most commonly occurs on the heels and soles of the feet. The formed calluses often result in painful skin cracks that could become even more serious if not attended to. Conventionally, removal of the calluses is accomplished by scraping the calluses with a device having an abrasive surface. More often than not, the device is equipped with a handle or the like whereby the device is grasped by the us...

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Benefits of technology

[0007]The pedicure file comprises a housing having a hollow interior, the housing being configured in an ovate-like shape. Two identically configured members are attached together to form the housing. Outer surfaces of the housing are designed to support removable and disposable abrasive pads thereon. The pads are employed to scrape away calluses from the skin. Ridge and gap structures disposed along the periphery of the outer surfaces allow for easy placement and removal of the pads. A channel is formed around the housing to form an ergonomic gripping surface. A plurality of replacement pads are stored in the interior of the housing.

[0008]Accordingly, the invention presents a pedicure file that is efficient and effective in the removal of calluses from the skin. Although, the pedicure file is especially suitable for application to a foot, it should be noted that the file may be applied to other parts of the human torso, where suitable. The pedicure file can be grasped in a manner to reduce strain and stress on a user's wrist and arm. The file can be used for personal use, or by professional pedicurists for commercial use. The invention provides for improved elements thereof in an arrangement for the purposes described that are inexpensive, dependable and fully effective in accomplishing their intended purposes.

Problems solved by technology

The formed calluses often result in painful skin cracks that could become even more serious if not attended to.

The handle grasping coupled with the repetitive motion is often stressful to the wrist and arm of the user, especially an elderly user.

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