Toenail fungus, medically termed onychomycosis, is a common and frustrating condition. Characterized by discoloration, thickening, and crumbling of the nail, it can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Unfortunately, despite this issue’s prevalence, finding a lasting solution can be challenging.

That’s where the team at Your Next Step comes in! In the following blog, we’ll be explaining one of the most potent and effective options for long-term fungal nail relief: New Nail Laser treatments. If you’ve struggled with this unpleasant podiatric problem, it just might be the solution you’ve been seeking.

The Challenges of Treating Toenail Fungus

Traditional treatments for toenail fungus often fall short of expectations.

• Over-the-counter antifungal creams and ointments typically provide minimal relief. They fail to eradicate the infection completely and only work 8-12% of the time.
• Oral antifungal medications can be more effective in some cases, with success rates at 60-70%. However, they often come with unpleasant side effects and may not prevent the fungus from returning.

A Breakthrough Solution: New Nail Laser Therapy

A promising advancement in toenail fungus treatment is laser therapy. This innovative approach offers a fast, safe, and drug-free solution to a persistent problem.

• Targeting and eliminating the fungus within the nail bed, laser therapy provides a high success rate and long-lasting results.
• Unlike traditional methods, laser treatment is non-invasive and typically requires just one session of roughly 20 minutes in length.
• Minimal discomfort and downtime mean patients can quickly resume their normal activities, walking out of the office in socks and shoes the same day.
• By destroying the fungus at its source, laser therapy effectively prevents recurrence.

Our team has successfully treated more than 10,000 fungal toenails with this method, and we were also the first podiatry practice in the entire state of PA to make use of it! We’re also proud to offer a “price match guarantee” that makes this treatment more accessible for patients. Follow this link to learn more about it.

Questions about your foot and ankle health? Dr. Eric Ricefield, Dr. Mark Yagodich, Dr. Aliza V. Eisen, and Dr. Cassandra Stache are ready to help you step forward pain-free. Schedule your appointment and contact us today!