The nail can get stuck for different reasons, however, the main cause is the wrong cutting of the nails which ends up facilitating the abnormal growth of the nail and its development under the skin, causing intense pain.
Other major causes of ingrown nails include:
- Kicking: Some accidents, such as hitting the big toe at the foot of the table, can cause deformation of the nail that begins to grow into the skin;
- Use small or tight shoes: this type of shoe tightens the fingers very easily facilitating the entry of the nail under the skin;
- Have small toes: In some people the nail can grow in excess to the size of the finger, causing the development of the nail under the skin.
In addition, ingrown toenails are also more common in people with nail or foot malformations. In these cases, it is recommended to take extra care, especially when cutting the nails, to avoid this problem.
How To Properly Cut Your Nails
Since nail cutting is the main cause of ingrown nails it is very important to know how to cut properly. To do this, the nails should be cut straight, avoiding cutting the corners, because the corners help guide the growth of the nail, preventing them from developing under the skin.
In addition, the nail should not be cut too short because this increases the risk of it folding and penetrating the skin on the front of the finger.
See other important tips that help prevent the development of ingrown nails.
