Case Study - Teenager with ingrowing toenail!

An ingrown toenail happens when the edges or corners of the nail grow into the skin next to the nail and break the skin.

It is a common condition, and it can be painful, causing swelling, redness, and sometimes infection. It usually affects the big toe, either on one or both sides of the toe.

Ingrown toenails can usually be treated at home, but if the pain is severe or spreading, it may be necessary to see a health care provider, to prevent complications and relieve symptoms.

Today’s video is deeper dive into a real case of how we treated a 16-year-old with an ingrowing toenail preventing him from playing sports.

Why is your heel painful?

Have you ever felt your heel giving up on you? Feeling sore even when walking normally and slowly? 

Heel pain is a very common foot problem. It can be severe and sometimes disabling when not treated correctly and immediately. It is not caused by a single injury but rather not giving attention to the initial onset of pain due to repetitive stress and pounding of the heel. 

A lot of factors can contribute to the excruciating pain on the heel and early treatment should be considered so that it will not get worse. We can assess the severity of the condition using our expertise and specialized tools which are focused primarily on your needs. 

We don't want your heel pain slowing you down, give us a call or do an online booking on this website and we are more than happy to help!