How do you take care of toe after toenail removal?
Post-surgery care
- Wash around the wound with water twice daily, as directed.
- Keep the toe covered with a thin layer of petroleum jelly or antibiotic ointment, as recommended, and a nonstick bandage during the first week.
- Remove the bandage when you sleep, beginning in the second week post-surgery, to promote healing.
How long do you keep bandage on after toenail removal?
Please keep the wound bandaged for at least 1 week after the surgery. You may experience some pain after the procedure.
What to expect after having an ingrown toenail removed?
How long is the recovery from ingrown toenail surgery? Recovery normally takes between four to six weeks. Walking is possible immediately, and patients can return to work after 48 hours. Our advice is to wear open-toe shoes for seven days after the surgery to promote healing and comfort.
How much pain is normal after toenail removal?
Your toe will not be painful for about 2-3 hours after the surgery. After that the anesthesia will slowly wear out and there will be minimal discomfort to the toe. It is recommended that you take over the counter Aleve or Ibuprofen if any pain.
How do you wrap your big toe after removing a nail?
Dry the foot completely. Put a small amount of antibiotic ointment on a piece of square silk bandage. Put the silk over your child’s toe so the antibiotic goes on the place where the toenail was removed. Put a toe sock over the toe and tape it loosely to your child’s foot.
Why is my toe throbbing after ingrown toenail removal?
However, when the anaesthesia wears off after the surgery, patients often experience some level of soreness around the toe that underwent surgery. In some cases this may be followed by a small throb that lasts for a couple of days.
Should you use Neosporin after toenail removal?
Soak for 10-15 minutes two times a day until no further drainage is noted and the skin is normal in color, apply Neosporin or a topical triple antibiotic ointment. Cover the toe with a Band-Aid when wearing shoes. Otherwise, let air get to toes. Follow up in 7-10 days.
Can I get my toe wet after ingrown toenail removal?
2. You may shower the day after the surgery. Gently dry the area and apply antibiotic ointment after showering. Avoid swimming for the next two weeks.
Do you need crutches after toenail removal?
After the Surgery Your medical team will ensure that you are wearing shoes that don’t place pressure on your toe if you’ve had surgery on your toenail. You will be told to continue elevating your foot at home for the rest of the day. Your healthcare provider may advise you to use crutches for several days.
What is the recovery time for toenail removal surgery?
Everyone is different but on average it takes four to six weeks to heal if part of the nail is removed and 10 to 12 weeks if the whole nail is removed. During this time you will be able to walk and carry on your life as normal although you should avoid sporting activities or dancing.
How long do I soak my toe after nail removal?
How long will my toe be numb after toenail removal?
Your toe(s) may remain numb for 6-10 hours or longer after the procedure. Slight bleeding, discoloration and drainage is normal and expected with this procedure. Discomfort: You may elevate your foot to help reduce minor swelling and discomfort. You may also take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed.
What should you do the day after toenail removal?
Home care the day after toenail removal. The day after your child’s toenail removal, you need to take off the bandage and soak the toe. Follow these steps: Take off all the bandage material. You can use warm water to help soften any material that sticks to the toe.
Can you go back to work after ingrown toenail surgery?
Ingrown toenail surgery recovery can be fast, and it’s common to heal quickly, rather than a slow, painful recovery. Generally speaking, you should be able to go back to work even the day after the surgery if you allow your foot time to rest during the day of the surgery.
Do you need a walking boot after toenail surgery?
After surgery you will not need a walking boot. Occasionally you may require a open toed post op shoe though generally you are able to wear your regular shoes or sandals after the procedure.
What kind of surgery is needed to remove toenails?
If chemical cauterization is not effective, surgical matrixectomy (removal of the nail matrix) is indicated. This involves surgically creating a flap of the skin at the base of the nail, retracting it back and surgically removing the nail matrix.