Fungal nail infections affect the toenails, and less commonly the fingernails. The infection is stubborn and difficult to fight, often lasting for many years. Starting with the edge, the nail often becomes discoloured, thicker and can even lift away from the skin. This can be painful, and the sight of the infection can cause the sufferer embarrassment.
There are many home and over-the-counter remedies, yet most are ineffective in fighting the infection. Lutronic Spectra XT offers a breakthrough in the treatment of fungal nail infections. Strong beams of light energy are used to target the affected area of the nail. This creates heat, which aims to kill all trace of the fungal organisms below the nail plate.
No – the area being treated may feel warm, but the procedure will not be painful.
The sessions are very short and require no downtime. Treatments can take place during a lunch break and you can return to work without any side effects.
Results can be permanent, however is it important to follow good foot-care practices after the procedure to ensure that the infection does not return. This includes keeping feet clean, avoiding synthetic material for footwear and keeping toenails short. Your practitioner will provide you with a more detailed aftercare programme.
Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is the infection of the nail caused by the fungi dermatophytes, the same fungi responsible for athlete’s foot. The infection generally starts at the edge of...
