Fungal nail treatment in Rochdale
A fungal nail infection makes toenails thick, discoloured and crumbly. Ray's Podiatry offers a deep fungal treatment for £65: a deep soak, routine treatment to thin and tidy the affected nails, then antifungal cream, powder and nail lacquer. Toenails grow slowly, so a clear nail can take many months to grow through.
Updated October 2026 by Ray's Podiatry
Book if you notice
- Nails turning yellow, white, brown or black
- Thick nails that are hard to cut
- Brittle or crumbly edges
- Nails lifting away from the nail bed
- Athlete's foot between the toes
What’s included
- Deep soak
- Routine treatment, including thinning thickened nails
- Antifungal cream
- Antifungal powder
- Nail lacquer
What happens
- Step 1
Soak
A deep soak softens the nails and skin.
- Step 2
Reduce
Thickened nails are cut and filed down, so they're comfortable in shoes and treatment can reach the infection.
- Step 3
Treat
Antifungal cream, powder and lacquer are applied, and you're shown how to keep going at home.
Help it clear
- Keep your feet clean and dry, especially between the toes.
- Change your socks every day.
- Don't share towels or nail clippers.
- Treat athlete's foot early so it doesn't spread to the nails.
Questions about fungal nail treatment
How long does fungal nail treatment take to work?
- It takes patience. Toenails grow slowly, so it can take a year or more for a clear nail to replace the infected one. Keeping up treatment at home matters as much as the clinic visit.
Are fungal nails contagious?
- The infection can spread to other nails and to other people, often starting as athlete's foot. Don't share towels or nail clippers, and treat athlete's foot early.
When should I see a GP about a fungal nail?
- If the infection is severe or spreading, or you have diabetes or a weakened immune system, see your GP as well. Antifungal tablets are sometimes needed.