About Our Fast Track Nail Surgery Service in Sheffield
About Our Fast Track Nail Surgery Service in Sheffield
If you have a painful ingrown toenail that keeps coming back, our Fast Track Nail Surgery service is designed to get you seen, assessed and treated without a long wait. Our HCPC-registered podiatrists carry out ingrown toenail surgery under local anaesthetic at our clinic on Birley Spa Lane, Sheffield S12, and your first step can be a free telephone consultation or an in-person assessment.
This guide explains how the service works, what happens during nail surgery, how much it costs and what to expect while your toe heals, so you can decide whether it is the right option for you.
Fast Track Nail Surgery at a glance
- Free 15-minute telephone consultation with one of our podiatrists
- In-person assessment: £50
- Nail surgery: from £400, including follow-up appointments and a dressing pack
- Surgery within one week: we aim to have your surgical appointment ready within one week of your assessment
- HCPC-registered podiatrists, with no GP referral needed
- Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm, with free parking outside the clinic
What is Fast Track Nail Surgery?
Fast Track Nail Surgery is our specialist podiatry service for people with painful, persistent or recurring ingrown toenails. An ingrown toenail (also called an ingrowing toenail) happens when the edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling and sometimes infection.
Mild cases can often be managed with routine podiatry care. When the problem keeps returning, or other treatments have not helped, nail surgery may be recommended. It is a minor procedure carried out under local anaesthetic, in which part or all of the affected nail is removed.
The “fast track” part is about getting you seen quickly. You can speak to a podiatrist without a GP referral, have your toe assessed and, if surgery is suitable, we aim to have your surgical appointment ready within one week.
Is nail surgery right for you?
Nail surgery may be worth considering if:
- your toenail keeps growing into the skin, even after careful trimming
- your toe becomes painful, red or swollen after you cut your nails
- you have had repeated infections around the nail, including infections that needed antibiotics
- the nail is very curved or misshapen and routine care has not solved the problem
- pain is making it difficult to walk, wear shoes or exercise
Not every ingrown toenail needs surgery. If you are unsure, the free telephone consultation is a good place to start, and your podiatrist will explain all of your options.
How our Fast Track Nail Surgery service works
Step 1: Book a free phone consultation or an in-person assessment
You can choose how you would like to start, depending on how sure you are that you need surgery.
Step 2: Your nail surgery assessment
At your assessment, your podiatrist will examine your toe, ask about your general health and any medication you take, and explain which type of nail surgery would suit you. The cost of your treatment will be explained before anything goes ahead. If surgery is not the right option, your podiatrist will talk you through the alternatives.
Step 3: We aim to book your surgery within one week
If surgery is suitable, we aim to have your surgical appointment ready within one week of your assessment, so you are not left living with a painful toe for longer than necessary. Appointments are subject to availability, and if you would prefer a later date, just let us know.
Step 4: Follow-up appointments and aftercare
Follow-up appointments are included in the price of your surgery, so your podiatrist can check how your toe is healing and change the dressing where needed. You will also receive a dressing pack and clear aftercare instructions to take home.
What happens during ingrown toenail surgery?
Ingrown toenail surgery is a minor procedure carried out in one of our treatment rooms. On the day:
- A local anaesthetic is injected to numb your toe. The injection can be uncomfortable for a moment, but you should not feel pain during the procedure itself.
- A temporary band is placed at the base of the toe to reduce bleeding.
- Your podiatrist removes either the troublesome edge of the nail (a partial nail avulsion) or the whole nail (a total nail avulsion), depending on your needs.
- Where appropriate, a chemical is applied to the nail bed to stop that section of nail growing back.
- Your toe is cleaned and dressed before you go home.
Your podiatrist will tell you how to prepare. We suggest bringing a loose or open-toed shoe to wear home over the dressing, and arranging a lift home, as you should not drive while your toe is still numb.
Want more detail? Read more about our ingrown toenail surgery in Sheffield and meet our podiatry team.
Recovery after nail surgery
Most people can walk carefully straight after their procedure, although we recommend resting and keeping your foot raised at first. Many people return to everyday activities within a few days, depending on their circumstances. Complete healing usually takes several weeks and may take longer depending on the type of surgery performed.
Some soreness is common once the anaesthetic wears off. Your podiatrist will explain how to manage this, how to look after your dressing and which signs of infection to look out for, and will check your progress at your follow-up appointments.
Nail surgery prices in Sheffield
We publish our nail surgery prices so you know what to expect before you book.
| Appointment | Price | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone consultation (15 minutes) | Free | A call with a podiatrist to discuss your symptoms and options |
| In-person nail surgery assessment | £50 | An examination of your toe and a discussion of your treatment options |
| Ingrown toenail surgery | From £400 | Surgery under local anaesthetic, follow-up appointments and a dressing pack |
The exact cost depends on the treatment you need and will be explained at your assessment before any surgery goes ahead. Prices correct as of November 2026.
Why choose Birley for ingrown toenail surgery?
- All of our podiatrists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are members of the Royal College of Podiatry
- A free first conversation, with no obligation to go ahead
- We aim to have your surgical appointment ready within one week of your assessment
- Follow-up appointments and a dressing pack are included in the surgery price
- We are a private clinic, so you do not need a GP referral
- Weekday appointments until 7pm, with free parking outside the clinic
Frequently asked questions about nail surgery
Do I need a GP referral for nail surgery?
No. We are a private clinic, so you can book a free telephone consultation or an in-person assessment directly, online or by phone.
How quickly can I have ingrown toenail surgery?
Once your assessment confirms that surgery is suitable, we aim to have your surgical appointment ready within one week. Exact dates depend on availability, and if you would prefer a later date, just let us know.
Should I book the free phone consultation or the in-person assessment?
If you are unsure whether you need surgery, start with the free 15-minute telephone consultation. If your nail keeps growing into the skin, is painful after trimming or has caused repeated infections, you may prefer to book the £50 in-person assessment straight away.
How much does ingrown toenail surgery cost?
The telephone consultation is free and an in-person assessment costs £50. Nail surgery starts from £400, including follow-up appointments and a dressing pack. Your podiatrist will explain the exact cost before any treatment goes ahead.
Is nail surgery painful?
Your toe is numbed with a local anaesthetic first, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. The injection can be uncomfortable for a moment, and some soreness is common once the anaesthetic wears off. Your podiatrist will explain how to manage this.
How long does it take to recover from nail surgery?
Most people can walk carefully straight after the procedure, and many return to everyday activities within a few days. Complete healing usually takes several weeks and may take longer depending on the type of surgery. Your follow-up appointments let your podiatrist check how your toe is healing.
Will my ingrown toenail grow back after surgery?
Where appropriate, a chemical is applied to the nail bed to stop the troublesome section of nail growing back. This significantly reduces the likelihood of the problem returning, although no procedure can guarantee that it will never come back.
Can I have nail surgery if I have diabetes or circulation problems?
Please tell us about any medical conditions, such as diabetes or circulation problems, and any medication you take, including blood thinners. Your podiatrist will check at your assessment whether nail surgery is suitable for you.
Can I claim nail surgery on my health insurance?
Some health cash plans and private medical insurance policies cover podiatry treatment, but cover varies, so check with your provider before booking. Our practitioners meet Westfield Health’s approved practitioner standards.
Book your Fast Track Nail Surgery appointment
Start with a free 15-minute telephone consultation, or book your in-person assessment for £50. If surgery is right for you, we aim to have your appointment ready within one week.
Contact our Sheffield nail surgery clinic
Have a question about ingrown toenail surgery, or want to check whether our Fast Track service is right for you? Call, email or book online and our team will be happy to help. We welcome patients from Hackenthorpe, Birley, Frecheville, Mosborough, Halfway, Beighton, Woodhouse, Handsworth, Gleadless and across Sheffield, and we are a few minutes’ drive from Crystal Peaks.
Find us
Birley Chiropractic Clinic130 Birley Spa Lane
Sheffield S12 4EJ
Free parking outside the clinic. Close to the Sheffield Parkway, on major bus routes and a short walk from Hackenthorpe tram stop.
Get in touch
Phone: 0114 247 8674
Email: info@birleychiropractic.co.uk
Book online: Fast Track Nail Surgery
Opening times
| Monday to Friday | 9am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
