How to relieve the pain caused by ingrown toenail? Although it seems impossible, there are ways and we’ll show them to you!
Ingrown toenail it’s such a painful thing to experience. It hurts so bad, and it makes walking impossible. Usually, it happens because of uncomfortable shoes or improper trimming. Either the pressure from the shoes or the improper trimming makes the sides of the nail dig in the skin. This is so painful and disturbing that really makes moving with your legs unbelievably difficult. Thankfully, ingrown toenails can be treated. We’ll give you some advice on how to relieve the pain caused by ingrown toenail easily.
Proper trimming
Your nails should be cut straight across. You should form them any differently. In this way, you prevent the nail to curl and get into the skin. Also, do not cut them short. If you do so, you won’t have the control over the nail and it might grow into the skin again.
Put cotton pieces under the edges
Take little pieces of cotton and put under the edges of the nail. In this way, you prevent the nail getting into the skin and growing improperly. Once you see that the nail is full grown, you remove the cotton and it will continue growing just fine.
Do not wear tight, uncomfortable or smaller-size shoes
As we said, this is usually the reason why ingrown toenails begin in the first place. That’s why you should wear comfortable shoes or open-toe shoes (when it’s hot outside, of course).
Salt and warm water – homemade remedy
Himalayan salt or Epsom salt mixed with warm water. A miracle for your feet in general. Especially for ingrown toenails. Massage the ingrown toenail area with caution, with light touch. The pain will go away, and even the pus discharge might go out. You’ll feel relief in an instant.
Or… look for professional help
If you’re afraid to try these methods or the pain is unbearable, seek help from your doctor or feet care clinic. They might suggest toenail removal or a different, clinical treatment. For what it’s worth, they are doctors, right?