Warrenton and Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle is staffed by Dr. Ken Goldstein and Dr. Steven Goldstein, two specialists who understand how to manage many types of foot-related health problems. For example, we can diagnose and treat your ingrown toenails in Warrenton and Fair Oaks, VA, to reduce pain. Here are a few therapies you need to know for this issue.

Self-Care Methods to Try First

Before visiting us, trying a little home care to mitigate your ingrown nail is not a bad idea. Several techniques might help here or, at the very least, make it easier for us to support you! These differing methods are simple enough that anybody can understand them but powerful enough to truly help many ingrown nail problems. Just a few options to try include:

Soaking your feet in warm and soapy water for at least 10-20 minutes 3-4 times a day

• Putting cotton or dental floss under the nail to help lift it over the edge
• Put petroleum jelly or Vaseline on the tender area before bandaging it
• Using over-the-counter pain relievers to minimize your painful reactions
• Changing your footwear to reduce pressure on the impacted toe or foot

Ways We Can Help

Our Warrenton and Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle team, including Dr. Goldstein and Dr. Goldstein, can manage your ingrown toenails in Warrenton and Fair Oaks VA to mitigate your pain. Our customers must manage this problem to reduce their suffering, improve their foot strength, and stay healthy. Just a few ways we can help include:

• Lifting the nail carefully to separate it from the skin and help you soak it safely 
• Taping the nail a few times to help pull it away from the skin even further 
• Putting a gutter splint underneath the nail to help prevent further embedding 
• Removing the nail partially or completely, as well as the surrounding tissue

Before visiting us, it’s important to bring your healthcare history and know what questions you’ll likely face when you visit us. For example, we need to know when your symptoms started, how often they occur, and what kind of nail care routine you use to keep your toes safe after you complete your treatment.

Nobody Should Live With an Ingrown Nail

With the help of Warrenton, Fair Oaks Foot, Ankle, Dr. Goldstein, and Dr. Goldstein, you can manage your ingrown toenails in Warrenton and Fair Oaks, VA, with style and grace. Call us at Warrenton Foot and Ankle at (540) 347-9393 or our Fair Oaks Foot and Ankle location at (703) 264-0500 to get started. We’ll do whatever we can to improve your therapy.