At Infinity Foot Clinic, we provide safe and effective ingrown toenail treatment, from gentle nail care to minor nail surgery when needed. Our goal is to relieve pain quickly, treat infection safely, and prevent the problem from returning.
Relieving Pain. Preventing Infection. Restoring Comfort.
An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin. This can cause pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. A chiropodist provides safe, effective treatment to relieve discomfort and prevent the problem from returning.
👣 Step 1: Assessment
The chiropodist will:
Examine the toe for swelling, redness, or infection
Determine the severity (mild, moderate, or infected)
Ask about pain levels and previous history
This helps decide the most appropriate treatment.
✂️ Step 2: Conservative Treatment (Mild to Moderate Cases)
For early or less severe cases, treatment may include:
Carefully trimming and removing the ingrown nail edge
Reducing nail thickness if needed
Cleaning and soothing the area
Applying antiseptic dressing
Relief is often immediate once the nail spike is removed.
🩺 Step 3: Infection Management (If Present)
If the toe is infected, the chiropodist may:
Gently clean and flush the area
Apply sterile dressings
Provide advice on home care
Refer to your GP if antibiotics are necessary
🛑 Step 4: Nail Surgery (For Recurring or Severe Cases)
If the problem keeps returning, a minor procedure called partial nail avulsion may be recommended.
This involves:
Numbing the toe with local anesthetic
Removing the problematic nail edge
Applying a solution to prevent that section from regrowing (if appropriate)
Dressing the toe and providing aftercare instructions
This is a safe, common procedure with a high success rate
👟 Step 5: Prevention Advice
To prevent recurrence, your chiropodist will advise on:
Proper nail cutting techniques
Suitable footwear
Managing thick or curved nails
Regular maintenance appointments
When Should You Seek Treatment?
Book an appointment if you notice:
Persistent toe pain
Redness or swelling
Discharge or signs of infection
Difficulty wearing shoes
Recurring ingrown nails
