Blog

Welcome to the RUCK blog. Here you will find a colorful mix of technical articles, current information and announcements, interviews and much more.
It's worth checking back regularly, because there's always something new to discover!

Innenansicht eines RUCK Nova Pro oder Nova SE Handstücks für professionelle Fußpflegegeräte

Minimalist design – greater efficiency thanks to less distraction

Experience maximum efficiency and ergonomic workflows with Nova Pro and SE. An intuitive start & stop function and flexible handpiece holders will optimise your practice work in podiatry and foot health.
Gesundheit des Nagels – Nagelrisse und Schuppung sichtbar

Brittle nails: discovering the causes – targeted treatment

Brittle nails often form thanks to external factors or poor nutrition. With targeted care and a balanced diet, they can be strengthened. Discover our tips and get your nails back into top condition!

Practice on the go: A successful start to your own mobile podiatry business

Mobile podiatry is booming – and provides real opportunities for a flexible start to self-employment. In this blog post, you’ll find out what qualifications, equipment and organisational steps you need for your mobile practice.
Peclavus Podo Care Fußcreme in einer weißen Tube, umgeben von grünen Blättern und einer Schale mit getrockneten Kräutern auf einem Holztisch.

What can you do about heavy and tired legs?

Do you experience heavy, tired legs after long hikes or in hot weather? Learn how you can effectively treat venous disorders and specifically prevent swelling with targeted exercises, massages, and the beneficial effects of red vine leaves.
Gezielte Fußmassage mit rolo Spin

Understanding Fascia – Anatomy, Function, and Targeted Training

Fascia connects, supports, and moves us—but stress and a lack of exercise cause it to stiffen. Discover what lies behind fascia and how targeted exercises can relieve tension and improve foot health. Learn more in this blog post!
Portrait eines lächelnden Mannes mit Brille und grauem Sakko

Interview with Simeon Ruck: ‘RUCK smart savings’ - high-quality instruments at a fair price

Working economically without compromising on quality, safety and hygiene? With smart gespart, RUCK is launching five instruments on the market that fulfil precisely this requirement. In this interview, Simeon Ruck explains the concept behind it..

Welcome 2026 - Thank you for your trust and a strong year together

The start of the year is a time to pause and reflect – and above all, to say thank you. Read about what moved us in 2025, which encounters and innovations were formative – and what you can look forward to at RUCK in 2026.

What truly defines a high-quality instrument in podiatry and foot care?

Find out how to identify genuine quality, why ‘Made in Germany’ is more than just a label at RUCK - and how tested medical devices safeguard your work.

Innovation as a driver of success - An interview with Simeon Ruck

How is an innovative Podiatry Drill created? In this interview, Managing Director Simeon Ruck provides insights into the development of the Nova Pro and talks about his vision for the future of podiatry and foot care. Read more now!
Podologin entfernt Verhornung unter transparentem Nagelkorrekturspangen-Element am großen Zeh mit Spezialinstrument.

Basic knowledge explained simply: ‘The nail’ – structure, function and maintenance

Nail problems such as ingrown toenails or fungal infections are common in podiatry and foot health. This article provides an overview of the structure, function and care of toenails – explained simply and summarised concisely.

Basic knowledge explained in simple terms: ‘The Foot’ – A Masterpiece of Nature

Our feet are a unique structure and completely individual. Then it’s important to take proactive steps to prevent foot problems. You might also find the brief guide provided by podiatrist Elisabeth Prinz in her latest YouTube video helpful.

Treating warts in practice: necessary and challenging

Warts are caused by a viral infection. This means there is no definitive, causal treatment. Anja Stoffel explains below what podiatrists should look out for.

RUCK's podiatry and chiropody blog: Everything about healthy feet

Welcome to the RUCK company blog: Immerse yourself in the world of foot health! Here you can expect a colourful mix of topics from the fields of podiatry, foot care and chiropody from the specialist for beautiful, healthy feet. Discover Expert articles on foot health and podiatry, the latest information and announcements, interviews with specialists along with convenient tips for happy feet. Check back regularly, because there's always something new waiting for you!

A passion for podiatry and chiropody

As a pioneer among podiatrists, RUCK offers you expertise and a company history that goes back to the 1920s. Back then, Hellmut Ruck Sr. founded the ‘Association of Podiatrists’ in 1928 and offered the first training courses in the field of medically orientated podiatry treatment.

Today, HELLMUT RUCK GmbH is one of the most important institutions in the field of medical and beauty foot care professionals. As a product innovator and leading specialist wholesaler for podiatry, chiropody, beauty and wellness, RUCK offers a wide product range of podiatry equipment, instrumentscare products, accessories and practice equipment.

In addition, as a training centre, RUCK promotes the future of medical and cosmetic podiatry - with full-time and part-time podiatry and chiropody training courses or with our face-to-face courses, webinars and events at the RUCK Academy.

Always up to date with the latest version of natural, professional foot health

Our RUCK company blog covers the entirely diverse range of topics relating to healthy and beautiful feet. With interesting blog posts and interviews, we offer you a first-hand insight into our corporate world, the basics of foot health along with new developments and findings from the worlds of podiatry, chiropody, beauty and wellness.

Topics that await you in our blog include:

  • Current company information: Foot health is one of our priorities, because feet move us. This is precisely why RUCK, as a leading specialist wholesaler, product innovator and training centre, does not stand still. With our blog, you can stay up to date with new product innovations, awards, innovations in our RUCK online shop along with our day-to-day business.
  • Medical and cosmetic podiatry treatments: Would you like to find out more about professional cosmetic and medical foot care professionals? Then we will provide you with an interesting and easy-to-understand insight and overview of treatment methods, specialist knowledge, podiatry and foot cosmetics instruments along with the basics of foot health.
  • Tips and advice for healthy, nourished feet: When is it time to experience professional podiatry? How can you discover foot and nail disorders that require treatment? How can general foot health be improved in everyday life? Our blog provides answers to the most important questions and reveals tips, tricks and basic knowledge about symptoms, treatment, prevention and podiatry at home.
  • New products and treatment methods: Our blog not only provides you with an overview of our most popular products, instruments and care lines, but also introduces you to new product and care worlds from RUCK.
  • Insights into the podiatry and chiropody profession: Our blog posts give the podiatry and chiropody profession the attention it deserves. We offer deeper insights into our training and further education programmes at the RUCK Academy. Get a taste of the professional everyday life of podiatrists and beauty foot care professionals or deepen and expand your expertise.
  • Introducing the RUCK team: Behind RUCK are experts whose hearts beat for nourished, happy feet. Here you can get to know the people behind the RUCK brand better in interviews.

Podiatry and chiropody blog: Check back regularly - it's worth it!

From naturally healthy feet to professional treatment methods and care products for healthy feet - the colourful mix of topics, information and Expert articles on our RUCK company blog provides you with all the useful information from the world of podiatry and chiropody on a regular basis.