We Are Nail Experts
At Same Day Podiatry, we believe that everyone deserves healthy, well-cared-for nails. That's why we offer comprehensive nail care services, including expert nail cutting for patients of all ages. While we are renowned for our advanced treatments, we also have a dedicated team specializing in routine nail cutting services. Whether you need help with basic nail care or are seeking a thorough assessment of your foot health, our experienced professionals are here to ensure your nails look their best and remain healthy. Trust us for both advanced care and routine maintenance, tailored to meet the unique needs of you and your family.
Thickened Toe Nail
At Same Day Podiatry, no nail is too thick or too long! Thickened toenails can be caused by a variety of reasons including fungal infection, trauma, poor-fitting shoes or genetics. We can reduce the thickness of your toenails using our specialist nail drill, increasing comfort and giving you back the confidence you deserve.
Got a fungal toenail infection?
We are one of the very few podiatry firms that are qualified to prescribe you oral medication for fungal toenail infections.
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As advanced independent prescribers, we can treat fungal infections with prescription-only medicine, which 96% of podiatrists are unable to do.
Nail Fungus Microbiology Testing
At Same Day Podiatry Ltd, we offer specialised microbiology testing to look for some of the most common types of fungus that cause toenail infections.
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When considering how to best treat fungal nail infections, it is important to know the type or class of fungi that may be causing your infection. This allows us to tailor your medication regimen to target the right "bug".
Nail Sample Testing FAQ
How do you do this?
It is simple, either your Podiatrist will take a nail sample specimen during your appointment, or you can send in your own nail sample to Same Day Podiatry.
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How does it work?
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Your sample is placed onto an agar plate and cultured for 2 weeks. Our team will then analyse the sample to establish if there is a presence of a certain class of fungus called Dermatophytes. These are the most common infecting organisms. This allows us to tailor your medication regimen to target the right "bug".
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What if it is positive?
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If there is evidence that a dermatophyte fungus is causing your infection, depending on your type of nail infection, we will either recommend an appropriate nail lacquer or prescribe you prescription only medicines, such as Lamisil (Terbinafine) tablets to treat your infection.
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Does it test for all types of fungi?
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No, our examination kits look specifically for the most common class of fungi called Dermatophytes which account for 90% of all fungal toenail infections. If the test is negative, but there is still a strong clinical suspicion that you do have a fungal infection (i.e. if the symptoms are there), then we may need to refer you on for different testing.
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Is treating my infection safe?
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Taking the sample is safe. Using nail lacquers is generally safe. There is a small risk (approximately 1 in 50,000) of liver complications with some oral antifungals. Therefore, it may be necessary to arrange a liver function test as a precaution