Toenail Problems & Nail Care Advice in Warrington
Support for Discoloured, Misshapen, Brittle or Unusual Toenails
Not all nail problems are fungal and not every wonky or crumbly nail means you need
medication. If you’ve been wondering what’s going on with your toenails, I’m here to help
you figure it out.
I’m Dianne, the PottyPurplePod, a private podiatrist in Warrington with over 30 years’
experience treating toenails in all their weird and wonderful forms. From thick and curly to
lifted or flaky, I’ve seen it all (and helped people feel better about them).
Common Toenail Issues I Can Help With:
– Brittle or crumbly nails
– Lifting or separating nails
– Discolouration (brown, yellow, white or grey)
– Thickened or curved nails
– Damaged nails from injury or running
– Odd shapes or ridges
– Nail shedding or delayed regrowth
– Psoriasis-related nail changes
Sometimes it’s fungal, sometimes it’s pressure or trauma and sometimes it’s just how your
body responds to age, medical treatments like chemotherapy, or long-term health
conditions. My job is to work it out with you.
What Your Appointment Might Include:
– Assessment of nail shape, colour and structure
– Gentle reduction and reshaping of thick or uncomfortable nails
– Advice on whether testing is needed (e.g. fungal testing)
– Identifying pressure points from footwear or walking style
– Honest advice on whether things will grow back or stay stable
– Help managing cosmetic appearance if needed, including nail reconstruction to restore the
look of disfigured or damaged nails
Realistic Advice (no false promises) Some nails can improve. Others won’t. Either way, you’ll leave knowing what’s going on and
what options are available without being sold miracle lotions or endless supplements.
If your nails won’t grow back fully, I can help make the most of what’s there and keep it
healthy and manageable.
Who This Service Is For:
– Runners or gym-goers with nail trauma
– Older adults noticing changes in nail quality
– People with long-term fungal damage
– Anyone with brittle or crumbly nails that break easily
– Clients with autoimmune or skin conditions affecting their nails
– People feeling embarrassed or confused about what’s going on
Toenails Are Just Nails… Until They’re Not
You don’t have to live with pain, guesswork or hiding your feet. Whether it’s something
simple or something that needs long-term care, we can talk it through and get a plan in
place.