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I had to get my big toenail on my right foot surgically removed and will never grow back, will i be able to return to playing football/soccer after it has healed?

Q: i had to get my big toenail on my right foot surgically removed and will never grow back, will i be able to return to playing football/soccer after it has healed?

: Depending on the procedure the nail bed should heal with a sight hardness/thickness to it. If difficulty with sports a simple toe pad / sleeve should help any concerns . Good luck and enjoy

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

Depending on the procedure the nail bed should heal with a sight hardness/thickness to it. If difficulty with sports a simple toe pad / sleeve should help any concerns . Good luck and enjoy

Answered 6/13/2023

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A member asked:

I had to get my big toenail on my right foot surgically removed and will never grow back, will i be able to return to playing football/soccer after it has healed?

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

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