How To Care After Ingrown Toenail Removal. Discussion in Ask your questions here started by jamieresearch May 8 2010. This helps the bandage to not stick to the wound.
You may have some restrictions on force and activity during this time you shouldnt go to the gym or lift weights for 2 weeks for example but most standard work activities should be fine. Keep your dressing clean and dry at all times. After 24 hours you may remove your bandage and soak the affected toe in lukewarm water and Epsom salt for 20 minutes once or twice a day.
Wash your hands prior to performing any care for your affected toe to prevent the introduction of bacteria into the open wound.
After 24 hours you may remove your bandage and soak the affected toe in lukewarm water and Epsom salt for 20 minutes once or twice a day. 1022015 After the procedure typically the bandage is kept on for 24 hours. A person can help speed their recovery after ingrown toenail surgery by. 912020 Most patients are able to return to work after 2 days of rest.