How to treat a torn toenail?

So, you’ve done it again. You let your inner clumsy self take over and now your toenail is torn. Before you start panicking or googling solutions that make no sense, fret not! We have got you covered with some simple steps on how to treat a torn toenail. Whether it was caused by stubbing your toe on the coffee table or an intense game of footsie gone wrong, we have got all the tips and tricks.

Assessing The Injured Toe

Before jumping onto any treatment options, assessing the injured toe is crucial.

  • Sit down in a comfortable position and move away from anything that might distract you.
  • Take deep breaths as being calm helps in assessing things better (or at least pretend like one.)
  • Move your damaged toe carefully so that its positioning could be analyzed.

Note: If moving causes unbearable pain or makes matters worse than stop right there because these are clear signs of something more serious.

Signs That Suggest A More Serious Issue

There’s nothing funny about toenails getting ripped apart; yet adding humor would definitely help us get through this ordeal without breaking into tears- after pun intended!

Some possible symptoms of internal damage might occur if:

1) The injured region is swollen

2) Pus starts draining out

3) It bleeds excessively

4) You encounter trouble walking properly

Immediate Measures Post-Injury: How to Stop Bleeding?

All injuries require immediate attention, even something as small as cutting off or tearing part of the nail off can cause bleeding that doesn’t stop immediately- which only adds distress to our already painful situation.

If faced with such situations then follow these quick steps:

  1. First thing’s first – Wash hands thoroughly before attempting “first aid” & prevent germs transfer
  2. Wrap up gauze around your toe & even apply necessary pressure to the affected area until bleeding has ceased.
  3. A Band-Aid since doesn’t keep a nonstop bleeding in check – so, avoid it. An adhesive tape would do better.

Note: which inevitably shows ends up turning into a blood-stained disaster scene on carpets or sheets so make sure you move around slowly- unless you want “CSI” over later!

Soothe The Pain

The agony caused due to torn toenails can leave us feeling miserable and despondent, but there several ways that we can alleviate some of the discomforts experienced:

1) Numbing Sprays for Instant Relief:

These short term relief sprays lessen the harsh agony tied with injury by numbing all sensations spread across that region.

2) Elevation Technique :

Place your damaged foot/leg on top of soft pillows or any raised platform. Doing this elevates the wounded part away from immediate contact to prevent more pain.

3) Treat It With Saltwater Mixtures!

Adding lukewarm water (useful when done regularly twice/thrice every day )& Epsom salt is one such natural remedy that helps relax muscles and prevents inflammation at bay!

4)Painkillers Saved My Sanity

A wise man once said ‘Ibuprofen’ its anti-inflammatory effects provide temporary relief.

What Not To Do After Tearing Your Toenail?

It’s easy to get carried away while trying out multiple solutions- do take note of what not-to-do because trust me; these things may only cause more damage than help in healing wounds sorted differently depending upon wound-extent.

  • Pulling off remnants hanging after partial-tear
  • Pouring hydrogen peroxide directly onto open flesh regions
  • Suggestive Infection Growth contributing Objects i.e sharp objects poking infected region like pins

Healing Foods And Vitamins

Healthy and nutritious diets in such times can do wonders- by helping our body acquire much-needed energy whilst supplying vaccines from within to treat the injury internally. Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins are all extremely vital nutrients for a speedy recovery?

Note: taking notes(on what we eat) seems tedious but trust me; it does pay off!

Let’s Wrap It Up!

By following these steps and proper methods after ripping or breaking your toenail; you’ll be able to aid the healing process. The entire procedure needs patience too- which is easier said than done! Yet ultimately they guarantee enormous improvements because as soon as you recover – there is an optional chance of getting “creative” with colors when painting that extremity or even flaunting newly painted nails through sandals.

So keep calm & say goodbye to pain!

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