Some people are merely prone to ingrown toenails. Others develop them from tight fitting shoes or because of the way they distribute their weight when walking.
An ingrown toenail has a number of different symptoms:
– Pressure pain when walking
– Painful or thickened nail fold
– Red/swollen skin around the nail
– Skin can become hot
– Weeping/pus (caused by bacteria)
– Restricted mobility
Ingrown toenails can worsen over time or become infected. Try to cut your nails in a straight line to prevent them from occurring in the first place. If you do notice your nail has become ingrown, a chiropodist or podiatrist can clip it out for you and advise you on how to prevent it reoccurring.
𝐎𝐧𝐲𝐟𝐢𝐱 𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 can be an option for long-term prevention. The device/band is applied to your nail. As your nail grows, it retrains your nail back into a natural position and shape. The whole process takes several months to complete but is completely painless during application and while wearing the Onyfix® band.