A nail brace is one option for a suitably assessed nail. This article explains its place alongside nail preparation, pressure relief and care. Fitting a brace and follow-up visits are separate stages; not every ingrown nail needs a brace.
Nail preparation, pressure relief and care
Depending on the nail assessment, care may include the following measures.
✅ Care of the nail edge irritating the nail fold. ✅ Selection of a titanium brace if suitable for the nail, with planned follow-up appointments.
✅ Specialist taping to protect the toe tip and lateral nail folds.
✅ Selection of Ligasano nail packing to relieve pressure on the nail fold.
✅ Advice on cutting nails correctly — a key part of prevention.
✅ Advice to avoid gel polish during treatment — for the health of your nails.
We agree the aim of appointments and follow-up individually. The nail’s response and the discomfort experienced may change during care.
Consult a doctor if there is pus, fever or increasing swelling. Medical advice is also needed for an ingrown toenail in someone with diabetes.
Further information
- Ingrown toenails — causes, symptoms and ways to help
- Ingrown toenails and nail braces
- How to trim toenails without cutting deeply down the sides
Medical sources: NHS — Ingrown toenail.
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