 
                                                                                                    23/10/2025
                                            What Actually Causes an Ingrown Toenail? (It’s Not What You May Think!)
Most people think it’s always from cutting your nails too short… but that’s only part of the story! Here’s what’s really going on:
-Nail Shape & Genetics – Some nails naturally curve in more, making them
prone to digging into the skin.
-Tight or Poorly Fitting Shoes – Pressure pushes the nail edge into your toe.
-Trauma or Injury – Even stubbing your toe can change how the nail grows.
-Improper Nail Cutting – Cutting nails too short or rounding the edges
increases the risk.
Podiatrist Tip: Trim nails straight across, wear roomy shoes, and don’t ignore early
signs (redness, swelling, tenderness). 
If you keep getting ingrown toenails, it’s worth seeing a podiatrist — there are simple, effective treatments to fix them for good! 
                                                      
 
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                                                                                     
                                         
   
   
   
   
     
   
   
  