Ingrowing toenails

[Sarah69]

Not sure if this is the right place to post this question but here it is!

I am a type1 diabetic, I have ingrowing toenails on both my big toes. Up until now I have been able to cut them myself. I have been off sick from work since March 2010 with a back/hip problem. I was able to afford to have a chirpodest visit my house and cut my nails (as I am unable to bend forward to cut them myself). Now im trying to survive on £123 a week on benefit so I cant afford to see anyone private. I have been to my GP and referred to a NHS chiropody clinic but told unless I have major problems with my feet (gangreen, little sensation) they cant help. Is anyone in a similar situation and what do you do?

Thanx

 

[cugila]

NHS free Podiatry care is normally available via a self referral scheme. This is the address for your area.

If you have any other foot problems corn, callus, nail care issues etc you can self refer to:
Foot Health Services
Norwich Community Hospital
Bowthorpe Rd
Norwich
NR2 3TU

If you have any difficulty then below is the main Clinic which should be able to advise you further. They deal with all major foot problems but are part of the NHS Podiatry Care Team in Norwich.

You may contact us either via the email address/contact telephone number below or by mail to:

Catherine Gooday
Principal Podiatrist
Diabetic Foot Clinic
Elsie Bertram Diabetes Centre
Level 3 East Wing
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY



Opening TimesMonday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Contact Details
Main Telephone Number: 01603 288522
Fax Number: 01603 288438
Email Address: [email protected]
Based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Norwich

Hope that helps.

 

[Sarah69]

Thanx very much it does indeed help!