Understanding the 5 Common Lower Limb Tendon Conditions
Blog A sore knee after climbing a few flights of steps, aching around the ankle after a longer walk in the park, or a heel that becomes more sensitive after exercise may all be described as tendonitis. Even so, the tendon involved, the way it’s being loaded, and the tissue response beneath the surface can […]
Ingrown Toenail or Infection? How to Tell the Difference (And When to Act Fast)
Blog That sharp twinge at the corner of your toenail probably started small. Maybe it was only sore when you pressed on it, or when the edge of your shoe caught it just right. But now the skin around the nail looks different: a little redder, a little puffier. You are not sure whether to […]
How to Cut Your Nails Correctly To Prevent Ingrown Toenails
Blog It sounds like one of the most basic self-care tasks imaginable — yet incorrect toenail trimming is one of the top causes of ingrown toenails that we see in our clinic. Most people have never been formally shown how to cut toenails properly. They do it the way they’ve always done it, often the […]
Bathroom Surgery on Your Feet is Risky. Please Don’t Do It!
Blog Sure, you might fancy yourself as Michiko Daimon from Doctor X, standing in the bathroom with nail clippers, a blade, a corn plaster, or some over the counter salicylic acid while thinking, “私、失敗しないので” (Watashi, shippai shinai node), which means, “I never fail.” That, in essence, is what bathroom surgery at home tends to look […]
Why Do I Keep Getting Ingrown Toenails? (Causes, Triggers & Long-Term Solutions)
Blog If your ingrown toenail keeps coming back every few weeks or months, you’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. At Straits Podiatry, one of the most common things we hear from patients is some version of: “I had it sorted, but now it’s back again.” That cycle of temporary relief followed by […]
Ingrown Toenail Home Remedies: What Actually Works (And What to Avoid)
Blog When you first notice the sharp twinge at the corner of your toenail, the internet offers no shortage of home remedies. Dental floss under the nail. Cotton wool tucked at the edge. Vinegar soaks. Taping the sides of the nail. The advice varies wildly in quality, and some of it is genuinely harmful. To […]
Nail Bracing: Does it Work for Ingrown Toenails?
Blog Ingrown toenails can be a painful and recurring issue for many individuals. It often requires early effective treatment to alleviate discomfort and prevent further complications. One innovative ingrown toenail treatment approach gaining attention recently is nail bracing or nail braces. But does it really work? Let’s find out what nail braces are and their […]
Ingrown Toenails in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Management in Singapore
Blog As parents, we are always concerned about our children’s health. One of the common foot conditions that affect children is ingrown toenails. It can cause discomfort, pain, and sometimes lead to infection if left untreated. In this article, we will discuss the causes, symptoms, and the best solutions available for ingrown toenails in children in Singapore to […]
