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Ingrown Toenail Bracing in Perth​

At Foot Focus Podiatry we offer nail bracing as an option for helping to rectify ingrown or very curvy (involuted) toenails.  It is best to make an appointment with Gaby Tan for her to assess your nail shape and whether bracing is an option.  For best results the brace should be applied for 12 months to rectify the curve of your nail.  At present we use 2 products – Podofix and Combiped.

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Podofix

Combiped​

Nail Bracing for Ingrown Toenails in Perth: A Non-Invasive Solution

Are you tired of dealing with the pain and discomfort of ingrowing toenails? 

Nail bracing might just be the solution you’ve been looking for!

What is Nail Bracing?

Nail bracing is a non-invasive treatment for the nail that involves applying a small, flexible brace to the affected site. The brace tightened accordingly at each session helps to gently lift and straighten the nail, relieving pressure and discomfort.

How is it Done?

During a nail bracing procedure, aseptic non touch technique is observed and a trained podiatrist will carefully apply the brace to the ingrown nail. The brace is designed to be comfortable and discreet, allowing you to go about your daily activities without any inconvenience immediately.

Benefits of Nail Bracing:

– Minimally Invasive: Nail bracing is a non-invasive treatment option for ingrown toenails

– Promotes Natural Nail Growth: By gently lifting and straightening the nail, nail bracing can promote natural nail growth and prevent further ingrown nails.

– Prevents Surgery: In some cases, nail bracing can prevent the need for surgical intervention, providing a less invasive alternative for ingrown toenail treatment.

– Provides Relief: Nail bracing can provide relief from the discomfort and pain caused by ingrown toenails, allowing you to walk and move without hindrance.

In conclusion, nail bracing is a non-invasive and effective treatment option for ingrown toenails. If you’re looking for a solution that promotes natural nail growth, prevents surgery, and provides relief from discomfort, nail bracing may be the answer you’ve been searching for. Say goodbye to ingrown toenail pain and hello to healthy, happy feet with nail bracing.

Please book in with Gaby Tan if you are keen for nail bracing or ring 92584152.

  • Winograd procedure- This procedure will be done in hospital setting under local and or general anaesthesia and it is reserved upon failure of the phenolization or if there is significant amount of skin overlapping the nail with soft tissue growth. This procedure involves removing a portion of the skin along with the nail down to the level of the bone. Sutures (stitches) will be applied to close the surgical site. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes to be performed and your foot will be bandaged. You will be seen within first 5 days and then the sutures will be removed in 10-14 days. Currently this procedure can only be performed by Reza Naraghi (podiatric surgeon).  He will prescribe appropriate pain medication for your post-operative pain management. You will be in open sandal and or post op shoe for 2 weeks. This is not for everyone (especially if you don’t like seeing surgical procedures) but should you be keen to see a step by step process involved in a Winograd then please click here.
  • Zadik Procedure- This procedure is used with permanent total nail removal is desired. The indications for the procedure are significant ingrowing nail on both borders, thickened and painful nails and bony growth under the nailbed. This procedure can be done under local with sedation and or under general anaesthesia at a hospital and or day surgery centre. Sutures will be applied and will be removed 14 days post surgery. You can not get your foot wet and your foot will be in a sterile bandage for 2-3 weeks. You may need pain medication post surgery. On average it will take six weeks for your nail bed area to heal. Following that you can wear most close shoes.

Matrixectomy with phenolization- This procedure involves removing the nail partially or totally and ablating (destroying) the root using a weak acid called phenol. This will cause permanent ablation of the root of the offending nail and prevent ingrown nail recurrence. This procedure is successful 95% of the time. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes and can be performed in our rooms using local anaesthesia with or without sedation. Post operatively you will be required to soak your toe and apply a daily dressing. Wearing open toe shoes for at least 3-4 days is recommended. You maybe required to take oral antibiotics. Most patients do not require pain medication following the procedure, and if needed Panadol is sufficient for pain management. You can go back to regular shoes after one week.  This is not for everyone (especially if you don’t like seeing surgical procedures) but should you be keen to see a step by step process involved in a partial nail matrixectomy with phenolisation then please click here.