Why Now Is the Best Time to Treat Toenail Fungus for Healthy Summer Nails
As the colder months set in, we tend to focus less on how our feet look. However, winter is the ideal time to tackle a common yet often overlooked issue: toenail fungus. Treating toenail fungus now can help ensure that your toenails are healthy, clear, and sandal-ready by the time summer rolls around.
Understanding Toenail Fungus
Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common condition that causes nails to become thick, discolored, brittle, and sometimes painful. Left untreated, it can spread and lead to more severe infections. Unfortunately, toenail fungus doesn’t resolve on its own and requires targeted treatment to eradicate it.
Why Winter Is the Perfect Time to Start Treatment
Toenail fungus treatment takes time. Depending on the severity of the infection and the type of treatment, it can take several months for a new, healthy nail to grow out and replace the damaged one. Starting treatment now gives your nails the head start they need to be fully healed by summer.
Additionally, winter offers practical advantages:
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Less Exposure: During winter, your feet are typically covered by socks and shoes, allowing treatments to work without interference from sun exposure or external contaminants.
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Steady Routine: The slower pace of winter allows you to establish and stick to a consistent treatment regimen, whether it’s applying topical medications, taking oral antifungals, or attending laser therapy sessions.
Effective Treatment Options
At Cornerstone Foot & Ankle, we offer advanced and effective treatments to address toenail fungus:
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Topical Medications: Ideal for mild cases, these treatments are applied directly to the affected nail.
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Oral Antifungals: These medications treat the infection from the inside out and are often used for moderate to severe cases.
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Laser Therapy: A cutting-edge, non-invasive option that targets and destroys fungal infections without damaging the surrounding tissue.
Preventing Recurrence
Once your toenail fungus is treated, prevention is key to maintaining healthy nails:
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Keep your feet clean and dry.
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Wear breathable footwear and moisture-wicking socks.
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Avoid sharing nail tools and always disinfect them after use.
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Use antifungal sprays or powders in your shoes.
Take the First Step Today
Don’t wait until summer is around the corner to address toenail fungus. By starting treatment now, you’ll be giving your nails the time they need to recover and regrow fully. At Cornerstone Foot & Ankle, we’re here to help you achieve healthy, beautiful nails just in time for sandal season.
Cornerstone Foot & Ankle is a full service foot and ankle specialty office with locations in Sewell, Cherry Hill, Marlton, Mt. Holly, Glassboro and Pennsville, serving the South Jersey region. We offer a full suite of services including surgery, fracture care, fungal nail care, diabetic foot care, pediatric podiatry, custom braces and orthotics, wound care, limb salvage, and treatments for arch pain, heel pain, and sports injuries; just to name a few. If it hurts below your knee, we can help you! CALL NOW or request your appointment online TODAY!