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Your feet bear the brunt of your body weight all day and provide a solid foundation to stand on. So when something causes you pain and discomfort in your feet, you feel it big-time. Treatment Options for Ingrown Toenails
Regardless of the cause, if you’re suffering from an ingrown toenail, you want immediate relief. You can do some things at home to help ease the pain. Home remedies include:
- Soak your feet in warm water
- Use Epsom salts in a soak
- Try to remove it yourself as long as it’s not infected
- Apply antibiotic ointment
If your ingrown toenail doesn’t get better with home treatment, or you notice signs of infection, make an appointment with one of the experts at Annapolis Foot and Ankle Center. They can help wipe out your infection and offer permanent treatment of recurring ingrown nails.
Your podiatrist will remove the edge of the nail that continues to grow incorrectly. This is called a matrixectomy, and can be done right in our office. When you’ve been dealing with pain and discomfort, this may be the perfect solution.
How to Prevent Ingrown Toenails
You don’t have to just hope that your ingrown nails won’t come back, even with treatment. There are some things you can do to help prevent ingrown toenails from reoccurring. Here are a few prevention tips to follow:
- Avoid cutting your nails too short
- When trimming, cut your nails straight across
- Try to avoid any injuries to the toes
- Make sure your shoes fit properly
Following these simple tips will significantly decrease your ingrown toenail from returning.
