A case of ingrown nail using buckle VHO‐Osthold® Perfect as a method of conservative treatment

Abstract

Background: Ingrowing Nail is an ailment in the toe area. This problem is observed in 20% of the population, in all age groups, but most often occurs in teenagers and young adults. The process of ingrowing nail stimulates natural defense mechanisms of the body in the form of inflammation and severe pain. Aims: The aim of this paper was to make the VHO-Osthold® Perfect buckle effective as an alternative to nail plate surgery and to determine the patient's comfort during this method of treatment. Patients/Methods: A descriptive case study conducted in a 15-year-old patient who had ingrowing nails in the big toes of both feet. Results: It has been shown that the VHO-Osthold® Perfect buckle therapy constitutes an effective method for ingrowing nails and one in a few conservative methods in orthonyxia, as an alternative to surgery. Conclusions: The study and clinical experience confirm that the therapy of ingrowing nails with the VHO-Osthold® Perfect buckle is painless and noninvasive. This treatment can be safely and effectively carried out by a qualified podiatrist or cosmetologist in podological practice. K E Y W O R D S inflammation of the nail, ingrown toenail, podiatry, VHO-Osthold® Perfect buckle How to cite this article: KurosF, Wcisło-Dziadecka D. A case of ingrown nail using buckle VHO-Osthold® Perfect as a method of conservative treatment.

Evaluation of the Efficacy of the VHO-Osthold® Perfect Orthonyxic Buckle While Treating Ingrown Nails and Its Effect on the Clinical Picture of the Nail Apparatus

“…However, there is no consensus on the ideal first-choice treatment; the choice of therapy depends on the etiology, clinical picture, and ingrowth stage. To avoid convalescence-requiring surgical treatment, it is worth considering alternative methods if the nail condition is not a contraindication [3,4].…”

“…It involves significant pain. Stage 5b-status post-surgery; severe soreness due to a "snag" as a result of incomplete removal of the matrix [3][4][5][6].…”