Ingrown Toenails
Treatment for Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a common problem.
They can be caused by incorrect footwear, incorrect nail cutting, picking at nails or by an inherited nail shape.
Often an ingrown toenail reoccurs... :-(
Fit Foot Podiatry offers a range of treatments, which can involve permanent removal options.
Depending of the severity and presentation of the ingrown toenail, your Podiatrist may:
- Remove the offending piece of nail
- Advise on cutting technique and nail care
- If the area is too painful to touch you have the option of a local anesthetic which allows the Podiatrist to remove the nail piece without pain
- If the problem is recurrent then nail surgery may be appropriate. The Podiatrist performs this and will advise you of the treatment if required. Partial nail or total nail removal is available. This can also be a permanent option.
More Podiatry Services
Sore arches? Ankle injury? We're here to get you back on your feet again!
Orthotics
Orthotics can help in healing sports-related injuries, flat feet, heel pain, foot/toe deformities, nerve related pain and provide support and comfort. We offer many different types including 3D printed custom designed orthotics.
Sports Injuries
By conducting a full biomechanical, walking and running assessment, we can identify issues that may be contributing to injuries. We help treat the issue to aid in the prevention of repeat injuries and help in the healing of existing injuries.
Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a common problem. We can offer a range of treatments including treatment for immediate relief, utilising local anaesthetic and also nail surgery for permanent removal options.
Diabetic Foot Care
People with diabetes are more susceptible to infection, nerve damage and circulation issues. It is for these reasons, regular visits to a Podiatrist is highly recommended. We can also conduct comprehensive diabetes foot assessments.
Children's Feet
We can assess and treat many foot and lower leg concerns affecting children. A full biomechanical assessment can be conducted with recommendations for footwear, orthotics and activity.
General Podiatry
General foot care can include treatment for nails, corns, callus, skin conditions, ingrown nails and more. Your feet will feel amazing!
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that leads to tissue healing and a decrease in pain. It works by accelerating the inflammatory process, tissue repair and increasing microcirculation.
Foot Mobilisation Techniques (FMT)
FMT is a manual therapy specifically developed to improve your foot and ankle function by targeting stiff, mal-aligned or dysfunctional joints to improve the performance of your lower limb and joint mobility.
Shock Wave
Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) is a treatment that involves the delivery of high energy acoustic shock waves to help enhance the healing of chronic soft tissue injuries.
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