How to cushion an ingrown toenail

Big toe with ingrown toenail, with cotton wedged under corner of toenail to treat it.

Wedge a small piece of wet cotton under the corner of the nail to cushion the nail. This will also help lift the nail slightly off of the skin.

Current as of: December 4, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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Current as of: December 4, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Ignite Healthwise, LLC education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.