Dealing with ingrown toenails can be very frustrating, painful, and can lead to more serious issues, especially if left untreated. Fortunately, there’s a gentle and non-invasive solution that’s helping people find relief without surgery: toenail bracing with the Onyfix® system.
This innovative approach uses a special resin applied to the nail surface, helping to guide it back into a healthier shape over time that reduces any painful curvature along borders. It’s safe and effective for nearly everyone, including children and people living with diabetes.
What Exactly Is an Ingrown Toenail?
An ingrown toenail happens when the edge or corner of your toenail starts to grow into the surrounding skin. This often causes pain, redness, and develops into swelling and sensitivity. If not treated early, the area can become infected – and in more severe cases, even affect the way you walk due to the discomfort.
Common Causes of Ingrown Toenails
A number of things can contribute to the development of ingrown toenails, including:
- Tight or poorly fitting shoes
- Genetics
- Naturally curved toenails
- Toe deformities (bunions, clawed toes)
- Improper trimming (cutting nails too short or rounding the corners)
- Trauma to the nail (stubbing your toe)
- Fungal nail infections
Signs to Watch For
You might have an ingrown toenail if you notice:
- Pain when wearing shoes (especially closed-toe styles)
- Discomfort while walking, running, or putting pressure on the toe
- Redness or swelling near the nail
- Pus, bleeding, or tenderness at the nail edge
- Thickened or callused skin around the nail
What is Toenail Bracing?
At BioPed Footcare Clinics, many of our Medical Footcare Clinicians—both Nurses and Chiropodists—are trained in the use of Onyfix®, a modern nail correction system designed to ease discomfort and encourage natural, healthy nail growth. Here’s how it works:
- A flexible resin is applied across the top of the nail.
- It’s cured with a safe LED light, securing it in place.
- As the resin sets, it creates a slight lift on the edges of the nail—reducing pressure and pain.
- The brace stays on as your nail grows, gently guiding it into a straighter shape over time.
- Most patients feel relief almost instantly. In many cases, a single application is all that’s needed, though some may benefit from follow-up treatments.
Is Onyfix® Right for You?
If you’ve been dealing with ongoing toe pain or recurring ingrown nails, Onyfix® offers a conservative, effective option that doesn’t involve cutting or surgery. There’s little downtime from your routine activities, and it can be done quickly during a routine visit to one of our clinics offering Medical Footcare.
Whether you’re looking for long-term relief or just want to stop the pain from coming back, toenail bracing with Onyfix® might be the solution you’ve been waiting for. Contact your local BioPed clinic today to see if Onyfix® toenail bracing is right for you!
