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Ingrowing Toenails

  • Correct nails properly: cut across so that the cut slopes towards the centre of the nail and do not cut towards the edges (Fig. I1).

  • Fashion the toenails so that the corners project beyond the skin.

  • Wear good-fitting shoes (avoid tight shoes).

  • Keep toe area clean and dry.

Figure I1

Correct method of cutting toenails

A two-part illustration shows the right and wrong method of cutting toenails. The right method shows the cut slopes toward the centre of the nail and the corners project beyond the skin. The wrong method shows the cut slopes toward the edges.
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