A few months ago I had to stop abruptly while running, I know I should take it easy when going around corners but....
Anyway, I am now faced with losing by big toe nail, and since I am still wearing sandals, has anyone got any good suggestions for disguising my lost toe nail.
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If you still have the nail, then cut as much off as you can, file it, and paint on a normal shaped nail.
I am of course assuming that you are a female Lyn!
You can buy an acrylic nail builder which you could try (they use them in Nail Bars and I've seen them for sale in Boots) or stick on nails - although you probably wouldn't want to buy a full packet.
Susie
The nail is still hanging on at the moment, but I think it wont be long before it is off.
Paul
Now due to new trainers, mine are all black again -thank goodness sandal days have gone!!
Have yoiu tried getting shoes 1/2 a size bigger than normal? As you run your foot swells resulting in your toes bumping the front of the shoe hence the bruising and falling off of the nail.
Re fungal infections - the paint on stuff doesn't clear it - don't spend money on it - lamasil tablets are the only cure - they do have side effects - headaches - is one of the main and once you start taking them all the infected area turns black (nice) but they do work - just be patient cos it takes months to clear totally.
What a subject!!
My 1st time on the forum and ive decided runners are indeed crazy people!
Cheers everyone
Tez
My shoes were fitted properly and are 1/2 size bigger than more normal ones - but i do now run with plasters and a gel toe cap (from Boots) to give them added protection. Anyone know how long the toe nail will take to grow back...as it's only little !! ??
Just did my first Marathon in Amsterdam on 19th Oct. All Ok except ended up with really sore big toe nail due to a blister under the nail. Didn't know you could get such a thing until it went all weepy and grotty. Feel ready to run again but not sure if it's a good idea. Any ideas how long it's likely to take to be on the mend - fed up of my sock sticking to my toe - very pleasant!!