Why wait till it hurts
I need nail surgery for my ingrown toenail Ingrown toenails are common with 1 of 5 trips to the GP for the foot being the cause. As podiatrists we specialise in nail care and if appropriate we can treat you by offering nail surgery. Sore toes can occur for a varierty of reasons. see here. […]
A common question is which podiatry appointment should I choose, especially if you have never been to Zest Podiatry & Physio. Are you are new to the area? Have you been having regular foot care elsewhere? Do you have a new query or are you after some help? We offer a number of appointments in […]
Nail picking and biting disorders are known clinically as onychotillomania and onychophagia. Biting of the nail includes the nail plate, soft tissues of the nail bed and the cuticle. Picking can include manipulation and picking of the same nail areas as biting. Picking and biting at uneven nails isn’t normally a cause for concern, but […]
Article 3 – ingrown nail series At an ingrown toenail surgery appointment you will see a qualified podiatrist who will assess, stage, diagnose, treat, offer advice and a treatment plan based on your medical conditions, background and medication. Assessment for ingrown toenail surgery Your podiatrist will assess your toenail, including the severity of your ingrowing […]
Article 2 – ingrown nail series An ingrown toenail occurs where a piece of nail pierces the flesh of the toe. It can be painful on use, in shoes and when in bed with the covers on it. It affects around 10,000 people per year in the UK, of which 20% of GP foot appointments […]
