An ingrown toenail can go from a sore corner to a swollen, infected toe in a few days, and it rarely fixes itself. At Walk This Way Podiatry in Naas, our CORU registered podiatrist sees ingrown toenails from across Co. Kildare, usually within 24 hours of booking.
Every visit starts with an assessment, so you get the right treatment for how far it has gone. Caught early, the ingrowing edge can often be cleared and any infection treated without surgery. If an ingrown toenail keeps coming back, nail surgery under local anaesthetic can offer a long-term fix.
An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge or corner of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing irritation, swelling, pain, and sometimes infection. This condition most commonly affects the big toe, but any toenail can become ingrown. Symptoms include:
If it’s hot, throbbing or weeping, don’t wait. Infected ingrown toenails get worse quickly.
There are several factors that can contribute to the development of ingrown toenails, including:
Early ingrown toenails can often be treated without an injection, and most people feel relief straight away. If nail surgery is needed, the toe is numbed with a local anaesthetic first, so you feel pressure rather than pain.
Yes, and the sooner the better. Our podiatrist will clear and dress the toe, and if antibiotics are needed we’ll advise you to see your GP alongside treatment.
If the problem edge is removed with nail surgery and phenol is applied to the nail root, it is very unlikely to grow back. After non-surgical treatment, our nail-cutting and footwear advice makes a big difference.
No. You can book online or by phone, and appointments are usually available within 24 hours.
Yes. In Ireland the two titles mean the same thing, and both are protected by CORU registration. Whether you search for a chiropodist or a podiatrist in Naas, you’re looking for the same care.
If you’re suffering from the pain of an ingrown toenail, don’t wait until it gets worse. We offer appointments within 24 hours at our clinic on John’s Lane, Naas, with parking close by and wheelchair access, and we accept cover from all major Irish health insurers. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step towards healthier toes.
