Persistent ingrown toenails can cause pain and make everyday activities uncomfortable.
At Highett Podiatry, we use Onyfix nail bracing, an advanced ingrown toenail corrector that helps the nail grow naturally without needles, anaesthetic, or downtime. The brace reshapes the nail as it grows, reducing pressure on the skin. It’s a safe, pain-free option for people of all ages, including those with diabetes or needle sensitivity.
Benefits of Our Onyfix Nail Bracing Treatment
Onyfix helps your toenail regain its natural curve and comfort while preventing future ingrowth.
It’s a safe, conservative alternative for anyone who prefers to avoid nail surgery.
Some of the key benefits include:
- Relief from pain and pressure caused by curved or ingrown nails
- No injections, cutting, or downtime
- Suitable for patients with diabetes, pregnancy, or vascular concerns
- Restored nail shape and natural growth over time
- Freedom to walk, run, and wear regular footwear during treatment
By retraining your nail’s growth pattern, Onyfix helps you return to pain-free movement and everyday activities with confidence.
What You Need to Know About Onyfix Nail Bracing
Who Benefits Most?
Onyfix nail bracing is ideal for people with chronic ingrown toenails or involuted nails that curl inward, causing discomfort.
It’s also suitable for those with:
- Pincer nails pressing into the nail fold
- Tenderness from tight footwear
- Nail change after trauma or infection
- Conditions where surgery isn’t appropriate
Early treatment helps prevent infection, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy, natural nail growth.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
You may be a suitable candidate for Onyfix if you experience:
- Pain, redness, or swelling around the toenail
- The nail pressing or cutting into the skin
- Difficulty wearing enclosed shoes
- Nails that appear thickened, curved, or distorted
We will assess the nail’s condition and determine whether nail bracing for an ingrown toenail is appropriate. If infection or fungal toenail treatment is required, treatment may begin once the nail and surrounding skin are healthy.
Onyfix Nail Bracing Treatment
The Onyfix system works by guiding the nail to grow correctly, without pain or surgery. A small strip of composite material is applied to the nail surface and hardened under LED light.
This forms a lightweight brace that gently trains the nail to flatten as it grows forward.
Each application typically remains in place for two to three months. We may apply three to four braces over nine to twelve months for full correction. Once the nail’s shape stabilises, the brace is removed, leaving your nail naturally aligned and comfortable.
How It Works
Every Onyfix treatment at Highett Podiatry follows a structured and personalised approach:
- Consultation: We examine your nail, assess symptoms, and discuss your treatment options.
- Diagnosis: If suitable, your podiatrist recommends Onyfix nail bracing as part of your management plan.
- Application: The brace is applied and cured during a short in-clinic appointment, pain-free and needle-free.
- Follow-up: Your progress is reviewed every few months to monitor nail shape and comfort.
- Completion: Once correction is achieved, the brace is removed, and ongoing care advice is provided to maintain healthy nail growth.
This process ensures consistent improvement with minimal disruption to your lifestyle.
Why Choose Us?
Our podiatrists are experienced in both surgical and non-surgical nail correction methods, ensuring you receive the proper treatment for your condition.
You’ll benefit from:
- Podiatrists trained in the Onyfix nail bracing system
- An evidence-based approach suitable for high-risk patients
- Expert advice on footwear and nail care to prevent recurrence
- Integration with other services such as fungal toenail treatment, nail surgery, corns and calluses, and orthotics
If your toenail is causing ongoing discomfort, don’t wait; contact us and let us help you get back to pain-free movement.