Specialist Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Sydney
Sydney City Podiatry has a qualified team that treats ingrown toenails in people of all ages and genders. Ingrown toenails can cause significant pain and swelling, intense redness, and may become infected, making walking, participating in physically demanding activities, and performing routine daily tasks awkward or impossible. Our goal is to relieve your pain quickly while providing a long-term solution that promotes healthy nail growth and prevents recurrence.
Why Patients Choose Our Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Sydney
Our podiatrists have extensive experience treating all types of ingrown toenails, including mild and chronic cases. We understand that each patient is different and has different circumstances related to their ingrown toenail(s). For this reason, we take the time to assess your symptoms, medical history, level of physical activity, previous problems with your toenails, and many other factors to ensure you receive the best possible treatment. We consider comfort just as important as treatment, and we offer a relaxing, supportive environment while using the latest techniques to ensure a safe, gentle, and effective treatment.
What Sets Our Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Sydney Apart
- Modern assessment techniques to identify the root cause of your ingrown toenail
- Your podiatrist will work collaboratively with you to fully understand your symptoms, pain levels, and nail history, and to prepare the best possible treatment plan.
- Podiatrists’ clinics are conveniently located throughout Sydney to be within easy reach of public transport
- Weekends and after-hours appointments available for those on busy schedules
Symptoms of Ingrown Toenails, We Treat in Sydney
At our clinic in Sydney, we can treat a wide range of nail problems, including:
- Painful ingrown toenails – recurring pain from ingrown toenails
- Painful ingrown toenails – other types of nail pain associated with the nail, including redness, swelling or inflammation around the toenail
- Infection – a nail that has an infected toenail caused by bacteria
- Curved nails – nails that are curved or formed in the opposite curving of the toe
- Thickened nail – a nail becomes thickened because of repeated or excessive trauma
- Other types of pain caused by having nails that are too short to be able to walk, run, or do physical activities
- Abrasions from having nails that are too short to be able to walk, run, or do physical activities
- Abnormal nail types or abnormal nail growth patterns
- Nail problems caused while playing sports, wearing shoes or injury
Ingrown Toenail Treatments Options in Sydney
For immediate relief of your pain from an ingrown toenail with no further problems in the future, our ingrown toenail treatments include the following:
- Complete Nail Assessment: Determining the contour of the toenail (nail shape), condition of the skin around the toenail, infection presence and size, the amount of pressure being placed on the toenail, and the type of footwear you wear and how you walk that may contribute to the cause of an ingrown toenail.
- Conservative Nail Treatment: Gently removing the edge of the toenail that is causing discomfort and cleaning and shaping the area to allow for normal regrowth.
- Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA): A technique to permanently correct a chronic or recurring ingrown toenail. This is done using a local anaesthetic.
- Footwear Education: Informing you about the best types of shoes to wear when you experience problems with your toenails and how to wear them comfortably while reducing the pressure your shoes cause your toenails to create to reduce the chance of recurrence.
- Infection/Wound Care: Treatment of the inflamed or infected toenail will be provided using various dressings, antiseptics or medical treatment as required.
- Pain Relief: Padding, off-loading, or tape will be provided to relieve the pressure on the inflamed toenail while healing.
- Follow-up: Regular ongoing reviews will occur to review the toenail growth and adjust the treatment plan as required, and track your progress.
The purpose of all our treatments is two-fold: to immediately relieve any discomfort you are experiencing and to support healthy toenail growth in the long term.
What to Expect at Your First Ingrown Toenail Consultation in Sydney
At your first Gait assessment appointment, you will also receive:
- We’ll talk about your symptoms (such as pain levels), when the pain began, what type of shoes you wear during the day, what activities you participate in daily, and whether you’ve had any other issues with your toenails (for example, athlete’s foot).
- Your podiatrist will assess the shape of your toenail, any swelling around the toenail, and whether your toenail is infected. Your podiatrist may also need to assess your biomechanics (such as using a pressure mapping device to measure pressure on your foot or analysing your gait).
- You’ll be provided with an explanation of how your ingrown toenail developed and the severity of your ingrown toenail. You’ll also be provided with a recommended treatment plan.
- We will provide treatment on the day of your visit if appropriate. Treatment may involve removing part of the toenail (if there’s swelling or infection), applying dressings/taping or making adjustments to footwear.
Our goal will be to provide immediate relief and/or long-term care, and to plan for healthy, pain-free toenails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I require a referral to have an ingrown toenail treated?
No referral necessary! You can contact our clinic to book an appointment for assessment and treatment.
What causes an ingrown toenail?
Common factors that cause an ingrown toenail include: nail shape; genetics; tight shoes; improper nail cutting; trauma to toes; & continual pressure from activity.
Is there pain from treatment?
Conservative modes of treatment are non-invasive and not painful. The more invasive treatment, Partial Nail Avulsion, is performed under a local anesthetic to ensure patient comfort.
Will my ingrown toenail come back after it is treated?
Most patients see long-lasting results from the proper treatment and preventative actions they take. Chronic cases may require minor, permanent treatment solutions.
How quickly will I feel better after treatment?
Many patients report immediate relief from pain and swelling, and their symptoms continue to improve in the days following the procedure(s).
Book an Appointment for Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Sydney
An ingrown toenail affects an individual’s comfort, confidence, and mobility, and may also cause excessive pain in some cases. If you have ingrown toenail signs, like redness, swelling, pus, or increased pain, we have a team of podiatrists here in Sydney who are ready to provide help for your ingrown toenail.
Call us today to schedule your Ingrown Toenail Assessment and begin on a path to pain-free nails.
