TREATMENTS
Toenail Treatments
Nail Trimming & Debridement
- Safe, hygienic cutting of nails (especially helpful if you can’t do it yourself)
- Reduces pressure and pain from thick or curved nails
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
- Conservative care (cleaning, packing, trimming) or Partial/Total Nail Removal (minor procedure if severe)
- May use numbing agent for pain-free treatment
Fungal Nail Treatment
- Topical or oral antifungals
- Laser therapy (in some clinics)
- Regular debridement to reduce nail thickness
Nail Surgery (if needed)
- For recurring ingrown nails or persistent infection
- Involves removing part or all of the nail, sometimes with a chemical to prevent regrowth
Ways to Alleviate Toenail Pain & Discomfort:
Wear roomy, well-fitting shoes (avoid pressure on toes).
Soak feet in warm salt water for inflammation (e.g., for ingrown nails).
Apply antiseptic cream to avoid infection.
Use toe protectors or spacers to cushion nails.
Don’t self-cut ingrown nails — it can worsen the issue.
Keep nails trimmed straight across (not rounded at the edges).
