Bone & Joint Staff • December 20, 2022
Baton Rouge Podiatry: Ingrown Toenail Removal
Ingrown toenails are common conditions in which the corner of the toenail grows into the skin surrounding the nail rather than straight as it should. The result can be pain, redness, inflammation, and in some cases, infection. Proper care for an ingrown toenail is necessary to prevent uncomfortable symptoms and possible complications.
Treatment Options for Ingrown Toenails
There are a number of treatment options available for ingrown toenails. Determining which is best will depend on factors such as level of pain and the presence of infection. The most commonly used methods for addressing ingrown nails include:
- Lifting or Taping the Nail - For nails that are only slightly ingrown, a podiatrist may be able to easily lift the nail away from the skin and place a deterrent that keeps it from growing back into the skin. This deterrent may be cotton, a splint, or even dental floss. In some cases, the provider may use tape to keep the skin separated from the nail.
- Partial Removal of an Ingrown Toenail - For more severe ingrown nails, a partial removal may be best. In this procedure, the podiatrist will numb the area and trim back the toenail, removing the ingrown portion and allowing the nail to regrow normally. The procedure is quick, often effective and has little discomfort for the patient.
- Permanent Removal of an Ingrown Toenail - In the most severe cases of ingrown toenails or when the same ingrown nail continues to recur, a complete removal may be best. Rather than removing the entire nail, this is a permanent removal of the problematic portion of the nail. Using a local anesthetic, the physician numbs the area and removes a portion of the nail using special clippers. They will preserve as much of the healthy nail as possible. After the nail has been removed, a diluted chemical is then applied to the nail bed, cauterizing it and preventing future nail growth in that area. The result for 90 to 95 percent of patients is permanent freedom from ingrown nails and the complications they can cause.
Treatment of Ingrown Toenails in Baton Rouge
Dr. Zachary Rohr is a board-certified podiatrist who treats all manner of foot and ankle conditions, including ingrown toenails. Patients can see him at multiple Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge locations. Click below to schedule an appointment.
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Christopher Belleau is transitioning to The Neuromedical Center in Baton Rouge. Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
Dr. Gerard Murtagh will retire from Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge on March 12, 2025, after a long and distinguished career dedicated to advancing orthopedic surgery.
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