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The right pair of shoes can be an absolute game changer. A proper fit with adequate support and comfortable construction can significantly reduce your risk of developing common foot and ankle ailments. This can range from relatively minor conditions like blisters (read more about how to prevent blisters when running<\/a>) and corns to more serious conditions, like having to find correction shoes for bunions<\/a> or plantar fasciitis.<\/span><\/p>\n When you have a painful ingrown toenail, the right shoes are even more important.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Ingrown toenails affect at least 12 million people in the United States alone1<\/sup><\/span> and can stem from ill-fitting shoes, so we consider this a much-needed act of public service. Here\u2019s how to choose the best shoes for ingrown toenails.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n At the end of the day, the most important rule for selecting ingrown toenail shoes is that they fit properly. This may seem simple, but \u201cproper fit\u201d means more than selecting a shoe in your size.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Shoe size is important and can be an instrumental guide in helping you pick the best shoes for ingrown toenails, but there are other aspects you should consider as well:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019re looking for comfortable shoes for a painful ingrown toenail, you need to think of yourself as Goldilocks in the home of the three bears. That doesn\u2019t mean you need to start trespassing, but it does mean you have to be picky<\/span> so you can find the <\/span>right shoe<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The best ingrown toenail shoes are neither too loose nor too tight. They\u2019re not too wide, but they aren\u2019t narrow, either. In other words, <\/span>the <\/span>right shoe<\/span> fits <\/span>just right.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you have an ingrown toenail, you\u2019re likely to notice it right away. At first, it may present as hardness or swelling of the toenail and surrounding area, which may be painful or tender to the touch. In progressed stages, the toe may also feel hot or become infected.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re noticing these symptoms but aren\u2019t familiar with the sensation, you may be experiencing your first ingrown toenail. They\u2019re exactly what they sound like: a toenail that has grown into the skin surrounding it, instead of outward, as it should.<\/span>1<\/span> Specifically, this happens at the corner of the nail <\/span>or<\/span> nail fold<\/span> near the top of the toe. All of your toes are at risk of growing into the nailbed, but the big toe is the most frequent victim\u2014or perpetrator, depending on how you look at it. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Frequent <\/span>ingrown toenails<\/span> are exceedingly common. In fact, of the more than 60 million people who visit a podiatrist each year,<\/span>2<\/span> more than 20% of them show up in shoes that are concealing an ingrown toenail.<\/span>1<\/span><\/p>\n Furthermore, anyone can develop this condition. Certain groups are at slightly higher risk\u2014for example, athletes, young people, and people with poor blood circulation or medical conditions such as diabetes. Your family history can also play a part.3<\/sup><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But generally speaking, ingrown toenails can also plague anyone who:<\/span><\/p>\n Sometimes, ingrown toenails are an unfortunate result of genetics. The shape of your feet, toes, and toenails can all affect the likelihood of your toenails growing inward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Although they can be uncomfortable and a bit unsightly, ingrown toenails are rarely serious. In most cases, you can treat and care for the affected toe at home. With proper care, you can remedy the toenail within a few days to a week.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Aside from selecting the right footwear\u2014seriously, we can\u2019t emphasize the value of a well-fitting shoe enough\u2014here are some of the best at-home remedies for treating ingrown toenails:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ingrown toenails are among the most common kinds of foot problems, most likely because most people don\u2019t know how to prevent them. However, ingrown toenails can be prevented. In most cases, it all comes down to avoiding the common dangers that can trigger ingrowth in the first place.<\/span><\/p>\n To reduce your risk of future ingrown toenails, be sure to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n When you purchase footwear from <\/span>Vionic<\/span><\/a>, you aren\u2019t just buying shoes. You\u2019re treating your feet to a one-of-a-kind experience that can improve your stride and enhance the wellness of your feet. And they deserve it, no matter which direction your toenails decide to grow. Featuring our Vio Motion Support technology<\/a>, each pair is designed with scientifically backed features like arch support, stable construction, and cushioning soles to ensure all-day comfort, support, and stability. If you\u2019re struggling with ingrown toenails\u2014or just want to treat yourself to more comfortable footwear\u2014Vionic makes all the difference. Shop now to feel it for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\nIt All Comes Down to the Fit<\/b><\/h2>\n
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How Do I Know If I Have An Ingrown Nail?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nWhy Am I Experiencing Ingrown Toenails in the First Place?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Is There Treatment For Ingrown Toenails?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nCan You Prevent Ingrown Toenails?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Protect Your Feet From Ingrown Toenails With Vionic<\/b><\/h2>\n
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