What are Thickened Toenails ?

Thickened toenails are very common and can occur at any age. They may be painful or just look unattractive. For more information Click HERE for our brochure on Thickened Toenails.

What can Cause Thickened Toenails? 

Thick toenails are commonly caused by:

• Pressure from footwear
• Injury to the toenail
• Fungal Infections
• Genetic susseptabilty
• Various skin or medical conditions

What are the Signs & Symptoms of Thickened Toenails ?

• Pain when touched
• Thickened yellowing nails
• Pain when touched
• Redness, swelling and/or tenderness
• Ulceration under the nail

What are the Treatment Options for Thickened Toenails ?

At Irymple Foot Clinic we suggest the most simple, least expensive methods to help give you relief and keep you on your feet. Some of the treatments that may be suggested to you are:

• • • Conservatively trimming/filing of the toenail
    • Advice on footwear
    • Advice on nail cutting
    • Pressure relief padding
    • Treatment for a fungal toenail infection (if appropriate)
    • Toenail surgery (to permanently remove the nail under local anaesthetic)
    • Referral to a dermatologist or other specialist (if appropriate)

Your "thickened toenail" may be something else so if you are not sure or still having problems please make an appointment to see us at Irymple Foot Clinic!

To make an appointment with one of our fully qualified, registered and experienced Podiatrists call us on 50246333 or Email us today.