What is a Fungal Nail?

Fungal Nail (known as Onychomycosis) is the same fungal infection as Athlete's Foot, which has become established under the toenail and is difficult to successfully treat through conventional methods (i.e. applying anti-fungal nail solutions directly to the surface of the nail).

Why is Fungal Nail difficult to treat?

Anti-fungal solutions applied to the nail need to penetrate the nail. Conventional nail paints often fail because they can't break through the tough barrier of the nail and kill the nail fungus growing underneath.

What is special about Clearanail Treatment?

At Gotham Footcare in New York City Clearanail treatment can safely drill barely visible micro holes through the nail, to allow anti-fungal medication to reach the infection.

Does it hurt?

No, during treatment with ClearANail New York City patients usually won't feel anything at all because the device uses cutting-edge technology to ensure that it does not touch the sensitive nail bed under the nail. It does this by detecting changes in nail density and stopping immediately when required.

ClearANail FAQs

How quickly will it work?

A visible improvement will usually be seen in the nail as early as 2-8 weeks and continue to get better from there. The nail fungus will need to grow out of your nail to be completely gone, (which is the same for any successful treatment e.g. laser therapy, oral tablets) so it depends on how much of your nail is infected.

Does the anti-fungal solution use strong chemicals that I may have a reaction to?

No, once the holes are drilled into the nail, the anti-fungal solution can now easily reach the nail fungus. Terbinafine, a common anti-fungal drugs is used which will kill the fungus living under the nail. This is an anti-fungal treatment found readily at all chemists and can be bought over the counter.

How is the anti-fungal solution applied?

The anti-fungal solution is simply sprayed onto the nail once the holes are drilled.

How long is the treatment period?

The spray may be applied for up to three months by yourself at home.

Your First Step to Getting Better

At Gotham Footcare in NYC, we strive at recognizing your individual needs and desired outcomes while formulating an effective and personalized treatment plan with the highest quality care available.

What sets Gotham Footcare apart from other podiatry offices is our dedication to providing you with the education you need to make well-informed decisions regarding your care. Regardless of what your foot and ankle trouble may be, at Gotham Footcare our team will work tirelessly to help you feel better. At Gotham Footcare, we help you put your best foot forward.

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