Toenail Bracing

28 Apr Toenail Bracing

Toenail Bracing is a safe and effective treatment option that avoids toenail surgery, requires no anaesthetic, requires no recovery period, offers immediate pain reduction, and allows the quick resumption of sporting and daily activities.

It is a treatment designed to improve the toenail shape and prevent the re-occurrence of painful ingrown or involuted toenails. Similar to the bracing of teeth used in orthodontics, toenail bracing aims to permanently change the position of the nail for better cosmetic appearance and permanent pain relief.

While ingrown toenail surgery has a very high success rate to get rid of them long-term, it may not be the treatment of choice for everyone. Needle phobia, the time required to heal and risk of infection (in particular in diabetes), can all influence the treatment decision.

Nail Bracing is applied on top of the nail and positioned in place by a Podiatrist. This can be using a ‘composite’ or ‘wired’  brace, depending on individual need.  This enables the nail to regrow in its natural shape and alignment as the nail grows out.  It remains in place until the nail grows out while being adjusted regularly by your Podiatrist.

Nail Bracing may be claimable through your Private Health Insurance provider. Please check with your provider for details.

https://www.sportspodiatry.com.au/services/