Here was a presentation I gave on toenail trauma with the slides involved. It was requested by a Worcester Emergency Resident. I hope you find it helpful. To watch video it is below the pictures.

1. Toenail Injuries & Treatment

2. Parts of the toenail

3. Will the nail grow back after an
injury?

4. What causes thickening of the
toenail after an injury?

5. What causes nail lifting?
Phenolization

6. What to do with a blood blister under
the nail?

7. What to do if the if the nail bed is
damaged? Do you need an X-ray?
● Is the nail is
attached?
● Is bone broken?

8. What if the nail matrix is damaged?
Sterile and Germinal Matrix

9. When should a nail be removed?

10. If you found this helpful...
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