Fungal Nail Treatment
Brittle, discoloured or thick toenails are probably a sign of fungal infection. Fungal nails are quite common – up to 30% of people get a fungal nail infection at some point in their life. We offer expert fungal nail treatment, healing the infection from the root.
When to visit the Chiropodist
We recommend booking an appointment with one of our chiropodists if you notice any of the following symptoms:
• The nail is starting to lift or separate
• Yellow, brown or any other discolouration in the toenail
• Thick or crumbly nails
• Stronger than normal foot odour
It’s best to book an appointment soon if you notice any of these symptoms or have any concerns as fungal nails can spread and lead to other conditions. We can diagnose fungal nails quickly – within a few minutes – at any of our clinics.
What to expect during your visit
When you visit one of our clinics, we will make a full assessment of the problem area and discuss the best treatment plan available for you. We will talk about all your options for fungal nail treatments. Here’s a summary of the fungal nail treatments we offer:
Nail Reduction with topical treatments
This non-invasive technique uses a gentle water drill to reduce the thickness of the infected toenail so that we can effectively apply a topical antifungal spray. With the reduced nail thickness the topical antifungal spray is able to penetrate into the infected nail bed to treat it. This needs to be reapplied twice a day and can take a few months before it is completely healed.
Temporary nail removal
If the infection is under the nail and difficult to reach, the best treatment might be to temporarily remove the nail during a simple surgery performed under local anaesthetic. This allows us to treat the infection directly with topical antifungal spray. The nail will normally grow back within a year, and you’ll be able to continue to treat the nail daily with topical fungal treatment spray over that time.
Clearanail Treatment
One of the most innovative fungal nail treatments available today uses Clearanail’s controlled micro penetration or CMP. Tiny holes are made painlessly in the infected toenail which allows the antifungal solution to fully reach the source of the infection and effectively treat it. It is quick, painless, safe, and can often cure your fungal nail even if other treatments have failed.
We know how frustrating fungal nail infections can be, especially as they often won’t respond to over-the-counter remedies. That’s why we offer the best, tailor made solutions from experts to get you back on your feet as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Book a consultation today for effective, straightforward treatments.
General Footcare
We pride ourselves in the treatment of general footcare, including; corns, callus and ingrown toenails.
Fungal Nails
Fungal nail infections affect up to 30% of the population. Our treatment options are highly effective.
Verrucae Treatment
Verrucae are mutations of skin cells caused by the human papillomavirus. We have several treatments.
Biomechanical Assessments
These cover a comprehensive examination of how your lower limbs work.
Ingrown Toenails
In most cases, we can treat your ingrown toenail conservatively, with a simple nail cutting.
Sports People
Our podiatrists can help in the prevention and treatment of sports injuries of the lower limb.
General Footcare
We pride ourselves in the treatment of general footcare, including; corns, callus and ingrown toenails.
Fungal Nails
Fungal nail infections affect up to 30% of the population. Our treatment options are highly effective.
Verrucae Treatment
Verrucae are mutations of skin cells caused by the human papillomavirus. We have several treatments.
Biomechanical Assessments
These cover a comprehensive examination of how your lower limbs work.
Ingrown Toenails
In most cases, we can treat your ingrown toenail conservatively, with a simple nail cutting.
Sports People
Our podiatrists can help in the prevention and treatment of sports injuries of the lower limb.