Nail Surgery

If an ingrown nail causes a break in the skin, bacteria may enter and cause an infection in the area, which is often marked by drainage and a foul odour and is a sign that you need nail surgery. However, even if the toe isn’t painful, red, swollen, or warm, a nail that curves downward into the skin can progress to an infection. Ingrowing toenails can be caused by trauma, incorrect nail cutting, tight shoes and certain nail conditions.

The treatment or removal of ingrown toe nails using local anaesthetics.

Symptoms that tell you you’re in need for nail surgery :

Sides of the toenail grow into the surrounding skin.
The nail curls and pierces the skin.

Ingrown toe nails are one of the most common conditions treated at the Head To Toe, professional treatment centre. Surgery is safe and effective, being undertaken on a day case basis.

Nail surgery process :

The most common operation performed for ingrown toe nails involves the removal of wedges from the side of the nail. Phenol is then applied so that the nail is permanently narrowed. This operation leaves no scar (in the absence of complications which are rare) and a perfectly normal looking nail. This may be a partial removal or a total removal. Local Anaesthetic is used to numb the toe as well as phenol which makes it a very successful procedure – 98% effective. A bandage is applied to protect the area which will be reviewed 2-3 days later. The total healing time is 4-6 weeks and you will be monitored until healed.

Ingrowing toenails can be painful. The skin around the edge of the nail is red and quite often swollen with pus. This can be caused by trauma, poor nail cutting or tight shoes. The nail is partially or totally removed. The best procedure will be discussed with you and you will be involved with the decision making.

If you have an issue related to your feet we at HeadtoToe would love to hear from you. Get in touch with us and see how we could help.

Head To Toe Treatments

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Christina Di Lella

15:51 03 Mar 20

Excellent deep tissue massage with Lisa. She really took the time to learn about any issues and provided great relief for my lower back pain.

Paul

17:28 24 Feb 20

I had back pain and and after a fantastic treatment I became pain free for a few weeks. Very professional place and knowledgable practitioners and you're made to feel very welcome .

Vimal Solanki

17:04 13 Feb 20

Great service, gives good level of attention and talks you through the process. It's working but will take time. Specialist is very friendly and I recommend him highly if you have foot issues.

KraigyB Music

18:20 01 Oct 19

Had a couples massage.. the over weight man who gave me the massage told me racist jokes absolutely unacceptable

Charlie Duddle

08:46 13 Sep 19

Amazing place, fast and safe, really nice people

Samira Admani

16:19 07 Aug 19

The service at Head To Toe is great. I have been twice now and also introduced my mother and daughter to the practice to have their feet done. Very polite, friendly customer service and an excellent "beside...(chair-side)" manner. Thank you very much.

Rachel Armstrong

14:53 25 Jul 19

Fantastic service at Head to Toe today (with Raj)....who is doing a superb job of fixing my runners feet! Many thanks

Liam Brookes

16:05 27 Jun 19

From the first consultation, through nail surgery and up to the final check up Raj was nothing short of perfect, extremely friendly and relaxing and a great professional. I couldn't recommend this place enough!

Florin Neaga

08:48 11 Jun 19

I highly recomend this place , friendly staff , and now my toes are happy no more ingrown nails.

George Holyoak

22:32 01 May 19

Got the nail that's been bothering me for a year removed. The whole thing was pretty much painless, and everyone at the clinic is lovely so overall it was a pretty pleasant experience.

Maria Orros

13:53 10 Apr 19

Had the most amazing experience.. He made me walk straight after 9 years and the pain i had went gone . Thank you

Harneet Sangha

16:56 20 Mar 19

I had hurt my back last week, so went to get an hour-long deep tissue massage today to ease the pain. It was exactly what I needed! I feel great now, and it was great to destress. The staff were so nice, friendly and professional. I also got an appointment on the same day that I rang, which was great! I will definitely be going back in a month or so for another massage. I would highly recommend.

Bradley Weston

15:36 13 Mar 19

Just been for my ingrown toe nail and I am very satisfied with the result. Conversion was easy and I felt comfortable.

Claire Deakin

19:59 08 Mar 19

First time visiting Head to Toe, for a Swedish massage. Very professional service, with friendly staff. Good value for money. I am impressed and recommend this business.

Ioana Radu

11:49 10 Nov 18

I am very happy with my experience with Head to Toe services. I've got an ingrown nail intervention, didn't feel any pain during procedure, Raj was very gentle and professional. He also gave me good advices for my foot care.Also very nice and friendly receptionist!I am grateful and I would definitely choose Head to Toe again. I followed these reviews and it was the best choice!

Jo Robertson

14:03 24 May 18

After two steroids and years of back and shoulder pain, I woke in tears this morning and knew I had to see a professional - I couldn't take the pain any more. I found Head to Toe after a simple google search and called - treatments were explained and an appointment booked today, as I was in so much pain. I have just had a deep tissue massage and I can honestly say, I feel as though I am floating. I can't remember what it feels like not to be in pain every day, and yet right now, I feel nearly pain free. I can move! I've booked another appointment for two weeks time, and I'm pretty confident that my progression to a pain free and painkiller/drug free life is ahead of me, my only regret is not contacting Head to Toe sooner! Highly recommended.

Alan Murray

10:35 17 May 18

My wife recommended Head to Toe as she has been having treatment for verrucae. Making an appointment was simple and I was greeted warmly. Despite having extremely ticklish feet, I was kept chatting throughout the treatment of my toenail infection such that I barely noticed my feet were being touched. The treatment was explained clearly and I left having made a follow-up appointment.I was impressed by the friendliness and relaxed atmosphere of the place and staff.

Eva Chettleburgh

11:42 28 Apr 18

I had to make an emergency appointment for a family member who was in a lot of pain with his toe. We were able to get an appointment with Raj on the day we rang. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by a lovely lady at reception who was very helpful. Raj is a genuinely nice man who clearly takes pride in what he does for a living and he managed to resolve the problem. Amazing place, would recommend to anyone.

Rayan Amrani

10:00 24 Apr 18

Excellent podiatry and customer service throughout. I would highly recommend attending this center if you suffer from an ingrown toenail and are forced to wait long periods of time for NHS treatment. The value for money is amazing and, to my knowledge, the best in Leicestershire.

Maureen Chamberlain

16:26 16 Mar 18

I was given a voucher as a Christmas present for Head to Toe, what a wonderful gift! I opted for Reflexology with Lisa and cannot recommend her highly enough. I cannot understand how she can tell so much about my health through my feet! She didn't ask me any questions but picked up all my health concerns. After the treatment, I slept for eight hours for the first time in weeks. Amazing! A truly relaxing experience. Guess what's on my Christmas and birthday list??

Sag Res

15:05 06 Jan 18

I discovered this clinic by a simple google search. They provide an excellent service. I suffered from an advanced flat feet condition which have caused alot of back and ankle pain. The tailored insoles Raj prescribed for me are life savers! He was very helpful when I asked him about what is the best insole material which causes less heat and which shoes i should buy. He also recommended stretching exercises and explained how gradualy I need to get my feet used to the insoles. Now I can stand for many hours and I can even run yaaaaay!!!Me and my partner had also a 1 hour deep tissue massage with Alex and Agnes. Alex and Agnes are incredibly professional and provided us with best massage sessions. We restored our posture after this session and alot of pressure and pain in shoulders and ankles were released.

matt coney

12:42 22 Oct 17

Found this practice from a search in the NHS choices site and I'm so pleased I did.I'd been trying to manage an ingrown toenail for some time and had got to the point where it was becoming painful on a daily basis to the extent I had convinced myself I might need a procedure to remove or reduce the size of the nail.I got a convenient appointment time, after emailing the practice initially, with Raj who was professional and friendly (as were all of the staff there) with good advice for maintaining healthy feet.I've booked again and I'm even considering their massage service.Highly recommended 6 out of 5 stares**they will know it's a typo �

Seema Kachiwala

13:56 17 Oct 17

I wanted a deep tissue massage and that is exactly what I got. Stan was brilliant. He really got into the knotted muscles in my back. I would definitely recommend Head to Toe, with friendly reception staff as well.

Aruna Bhalla

18:44 01 Oct 17

Fantastic place. Great service and a great 1 hour deep tissue massage. Stan was very good and really understood what I needed. Will definitely be going back. Thanks again.

Zarna Dasani

02:09 23 Aug 17

The customer service from start to finish was absolutely unremarkable! I was treated as an emergency close to closing times on the same day as calling to make an appointment. This really was appreciated as I was in pain but this service wasn't necessary yet was given without the slightest bother. This then continued at my followup which again was efficient and outstanding in terms of service and clinical expertise. I am truly grateful for the team Jay and Raj for sorting the above out to allow me to be able to walk without pain and climb a charity climb up Mount Kilimanjaro again from two days after seeing them! Thanks,Zarna.

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At Head to Toe we welcome new clients everyday and we love to see you go home much more relaxed and comfortable.

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