Banish that Ingrowing Toenail!
Everything about treatment – What is an ingrown toenail?
The nail becomes ingrown when the side of the nail cuts into the skin next to the nail. This can become painful. Any toe can be affected but it is usually the big toe.
It is a common problem, especially in teenagers and young adults. However, ingrown toenails can also occur at any age even in babies or toddlers.
Ingrown Toenail Causes
An ingrown toenail is usually caused by a sharp spike of nail growing into the skin beside it and can allow germs to get underneath the skin and cause infection.
This can happen due to various factors. Wearing poorly fitting shoes or tight socks, and sweating a lot (during exercise, for example). High heels, tight and pointy shoes encourage the nail to grow into the skin. Active, sporty people may be more prone to ingrown toenails as they sweat more.
Ingrown toenails may occur more often in people who have curved nails (involuted) or cut them very short and round. The correct way of cutting nails is straight across. This helps the nail to grow normally over the skin and may prevent ingrown toenails from developing.
Ingrown Toenails Treatment
Ingrown toenails should be treated by a podiatrist. Not a beautician, foot health practitioner or even the GP. Podiatrists are specialising in the treatment of ingrown toenails.
If caught early
If the ingrowing part of the nail is small, conservative treatment can provide relief and, in most cases, we can train the nail to grow over the skin.
In more advanced cases
If there is infection, most Podiatrists can issue antibiotics for your ingrown toenail. In presence of severe ingrown toenails, nail surgery may be necessary.
The procedure id performed under local anaesthetic. The section of the nail that is digging in is cut away and a chemical is applied in the nail root to stop the nail from growing back.
It usually takes less than an hour and we would ask you to return for re-dressing appointments. Healing usually takes place within 4-6 weeks.
This is what some of our patients say about us:
“Very good with appointment and very detailed reviews and set plans to help you with feet/toe problems, and very smooth surgery which removed the worst pains of my life! Thanks a lot!” Charly
“Have used Faye and her talents many times over the years due to damaged toenails. Service has always been excellent, and treatment required explained clearly and executed perfectly. Well recommended.” John
“Very professional and friendly service, the wait time was short and the treatment I received for my ingrown toenails was superb. The after care and advice provided has helped me get back on my feet and back to normality.” Luke
At Medipod Clinics we take great care of your feet – Banish that Ingrowing Toenail
Our experienced staff will treat your feet with the respect and attention they deserve. Give us a call today on 01455 246100 to chat through your needs.
We also offer verruca treatments, fungal infections treatment, heel pain management, diabetic footcare and sports injuries management. I can assure you that we will do our best to exceed your expectations.
For more information and to get in touch, please contact us on 01455 246100. You are also welcome to pop in and visit us at 45 Rugby Rd, Hinckley, LE10 0QA – we will be delighted to see you!
Thank you for reading – Banish that Ingrowing Toenail!
Faye Vogiatzoglou