This method is recommended in the event of the pressure of the nail plate on the nail wall. The edge of the nail is placed in a cut-along tube and secured with glue. The tube prevents irritation of the skin and allows safe growth of the nail without damaging the nail wall.

Occurrence:
Most often affects big toe, but can also occur in other toes.

Causes:

• Inadequate nail care involving too deep cutting of the lateral edge of the plate
• Orthopedic changes such as deformities of the toes, hallux valgus
• Overweight