What can tight shoes or improper toe-nail trimming lead to?

Tight shoes or improper toe-nail trimming can lead to onychocryptosis, commonly known as an ingrown toenail. This condition occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, resulting in pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. The improper trimming of nails, such as cutting them too short or rounding the edges, can exacerbate this issue, making it more likely for the toenail to penetrate the skin.

Onychomycosis, or nail fungus, is primarily associated with fungal infections rather than issues from footwear or trimming techniques. Onychatrophia refers to the wasting away or atrophy of the nail, often caused by other underlying conditions or trauma rather than improper shoe fit or nail care. Paronychia is an infection of the skin around the nail, which can occur from injury or bacteria but is not directly related to the wearing of tight shoes or the specific act of trimming nails incorrectly. Therefore, the connection between tight footwear and nail trimming techniques directly correlates with the development of onychocryptosis.