FUNGAL NAIL TREATMENT QUEENSTOWN

Fungal Nails (Onychomycosis) 

Fungal nail infections can cause thickened, discoloured, brittle or distorted nails and can be difficult to clear without addressing both the infected nail and the surrounding environment.
At Podiatry Medic, treatment is tailored to the individual nail and may combine professional nail reduction, 980nm diode laser therapy and a pharmaceutical-grade treatment protocol designed to support healthy nail regrowth.
Our Podiatrist has completed advanced postgraduate training in fungal nail management and is certified in the clinical use of laser technology. Where appropriate, we also discuss factors that may contribute to persistent or recurrent infection and strategies to reduce reinfection.

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Advanced Diagnosis & Treatment for Fungal Nail Infections

Podiatry Medic Fungal Nail Treatment Protocol

A personalised, podiatrist-led approach to treating onychomycosis

Initial Consultation

Every treatment plan begins with a comprehensive assessment. This may include:

  • Complete nail and skin examination

  • Medical history, medications and relevant health conditions

  • In-house fungal testing when the diagnosis is uncertain

  • Clinical photographs for baseline comparison

  • Assessment of potential contributing and reinfection factors

  • An individual treatment plan based on the extent and severity of infection

Treatment Options Based on Severity

1️⃣ Mild / Early Infection

For early or limited fungal nail involvement:

  • Professional nail reduction where indicated

  • Pharmaceutical-grade topical antifungal treatment

  • Home treatment and prevention protocol

  • Nutritional or supplement recommendations where appropriate

  • Regular clinical review

2️⃣ Moderate Infection – 980nm Diode Laser + Topical Therapy

For more established infection, treatment may combine:

  • Professional reduction and preparation of affected nails

  • Targeted 980nm diode laser treatment

  • Pharmaceutical-grade topical antifungal therapy

  • Individualised home and reinfection-prevention protocol

  • Clinical monitoring of nail regrowth

Treatment is typically delivered over 4–6 targeted sessions, depending on the individual clinical presentation and response.

3️⃣ Severe, Resistant or Recurrent Infection

More advanced cases may require a combination approach involving:

  • 980nm diode laser treatment

  • Professional nail reduction

  • Pharmaceutical-grade topical antifungal treatment

  • More than 4–6 sessions where clinically indicated

  • Discussion of oral antifungal treatment where appropriate

  • More intensive management of contributing and reinfection factors

Preventing Reinfection

Successful fungal nail management doesn't stop at treating the nail. We provide an individual prevention strategy which may include treatment of concurrent athlete's foot, footwear hygiene, laundering advice and antifungal products where appropriate.

Nail Regrowth Takes Time

Treatment targets the fungal infection, but the damaged portion of the nail must still grow out. Toenails grow slowly, so visible improvement occurs progressively and complete replacement of the affected nail can take approximately 9–12 months or longer.

Book Your Fungal Nail Assessment

Whether your infection is early, established or has failed previous treatment, we can assess the extent of involvement and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.

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