Problematic nails
Not a matter of care,
but a matter of treatment.

"Just enduring it is not the answer."

"Enduring it patiently
is not the answer."

Repeated pain and inflammation,
Are you dismissing it as a simple condition and leaving it untreated?
While trying to solve it with home remedies or simple care
you may miss the golden time for treatment.
Treatment for problematic nails begins with accurately recognizing the condition.

Recurring pain and inflammation,
Are you dismissing it as a simple condition issue and
leaving it untreated?
While trying to solve it with home remedies or simple care
you may miss the golden time for treatment.
Treatment of problematic nails
begins with accurately understanding the condition.

Problematic nails
Not a matter of care,
but a matter of treatment.

"Just enduring it is not the answer."

Recurring pain and inflammation,
Are you dismissing it as a simple condition and leaving it untreated?
While trying to resolve it with folk remedies or simple care
You may miss the golden time for treatment
Treatment for problematic nails begins with an accurate understanding of the condition.

What Is a Problematic Toenail?

Toenails cannot maintain their normal shape or function
and are accompanied by pain, inflammation, deformity, damage, etc.
causing inconvenience in daily life and reducing quality of life,
and can lead to health problems.

At Obliv Clinic, based on the medical staff's judgment
we treat ‘toenail fungus’ and ‘ingrown toenails’.

Problem toenail [ Ingrown toenail ]

An ingrown toenail is a nail condition in which the nail digs into the skin and causes pain.
If it stings, swells, and oozes fluid every time you walk,
it may already be at an advanced stage.

If inflammation is present, the pain becomes even worse, and if left untreated, it can progress to the spread of inflammation and
bacterial infection, making treatment more complicated.

An ingrown toenail is a nail condition in which the nail digs into the skin and causes pain.
If it stings, swells, and oozes pus every time you walk,
it may already be at a stage where treatment is delayed.

If inflammation is present, the pain becomes even worse,
and if left untreated, it can develop into spread of inflammation and
bacterial infection, making treatment
more complicated.

If you have these symptoms,
you need to see a doctor.

※ Even simple tenderness can progress to an ingrown toenail,
so if discomfort persists, early medical consultation is recommended.

※ Even simple tenderness can progress to an ingrown toenail,
so if the discomfort continues, we recommend early medical attention.

The toenail is pressing into the skin, causing pain in the surrounding skin.

Inflammatory reactions such as swelling, redness, and oozing occur.

I feel pain when walking or putting on shoes.

The pain is recurring and the symptoms are gradually worsening.

Ingrown toenail correction treatment using a correction wire

“ My toenail shape looks strange.
Could it be an ingrown toenail? ”

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is ‘pain’.
However, if the toenail is gradually curling inward
it may be a stage that requires treatment.

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is
“pain”.
However, if the nail is gradually curling inward
it may be a stage that requires treatment.

Ingrown Toenail
Curvature Stages and Treatment Approaches

What is the Nail Curvature Angle?

It is an indicator of how much the toenail curls inward.
It refers to the degree of curling of the curve connecting both ends when viewing the toenail from the front.
The smaller the curvature, the more severely the toenail is curled inward, and as a result, the likelihood of pain or inflammation also increases.

How much the toenail is curled inward is
an indicator.
It refers to the “degree of curling” of the curve connecting both ends
when viewed from the front.
The smaller the curvature, the more severely the toenail is curled inward,
which means the likelihood of pain or inflammation
also increases.

* If the curvature is 100 degrees or less, a consultation with medical staff may be necessary even if there is no pain.

*If the curvature is 100 degrees or less, even without pain

consultation with a healthcare professional may be necessary.

Weapon	Curvature angle	Features	Symptoms	Treatment Approach
Phase 1 (Initial)	150°~170°	Flat semicircular curvature	None	Unnecessary
Stage 2 (mild)	130°~150°	Both ends are slightly curled.	tenderness Discomfort	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Ingrown toenail taping
Stage 3 (moderate)	100°~130°	Pronounced curl	Redness Swelling Pain Granulation tissue formation	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Medication treatment
4th term (mid-course)	Below 100°	Curled into a horseshoe shape Wound caused by a toenail digging into the skin	Severe inflammation farm Recurrent infection	Ingrown toenail correction medical device If correction is difficult, surgical removal may be unavoidable. Severe infection management needed

Weapon	Curvature angle	Features	Symptoms	Treatment Approach
Phase 1 (Initial)	150°~170°	Flat semicircular curvature	None	Unnecessary
Stage 2 (mild)	130°~150°	Both ends are slightly curled.	tenderness Discomfort	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Ingrown toenail taping
Stage 3 (moderate)	100°~130°	Pronounced curl	Redness Swelling Pain Granulation tissue formation	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Medication treatment
4th term (mid-course)	Below 100°	Curled into a horseshoe shape Wound caused by a toenail digging into the skin	Severe inflammation farm Recurrent infection	Ingrown toenail correction medical device If correction is difficult, surgical removal may be unavoidable. Severe infection management needed

Weapon	Curvature angle	Features	Symptoms	Treatment Approach
Phase 1 (Initial)	150°~170°	Flat semicircular curvature	None	Unnecessary
Stage 2 (mild)	130°~150°	Both ends are slightly curled.	tenderness Discomfort	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Ingrown toenail taping
Stage 3 (moderate)	100°~130°	Pronounced curl	Redness Swelling Pain Granulation tissue formation	Ingrown toenail correction medical device Medication treatment
4th term (mid-course)	Below 100°	Curled into a horseshoe shape Wound caused by a toenail digging into the skin	Severe inflammation farm Recurrent infection	Ingrown toenail correction medical device If correction is difficult, surgical removal may be unavoidable. Severe infection management needed

Obliv’s
Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Obliv’s Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Obliv follows the principle of non-surgical conservative treatment that does not remove the nail.

By attaching the ingrown-toenail-specific medical device Podologe to the surface,
we correct the shape of the deformed nail,
with pain relief and recurrence prevention as the treatment goals.

With a systematic treatment program that includes nail preconditioning pretreatment and lifestyle correction guidance,
we help restore healthy nails.

Obliv follows a policy of not removing the toenail
non-surgical conservative treatment.

By attaching the medical device specifically designed for ingrown toenails,
Podologue, to the surface,
it corrects the shape of the deformed toenail,
with pain relief and recurrence prevention as treatment goals.

With a systematic treatment program that includes toenail preconditioning pretreatment and
lifestyle correction guidance,
we help restore healthy toenails.

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

As a preliminary treatment performed before attaching the medical device, it trims the tip of the toenail that has grown into the skin and helps reduce pressure on the inflamed area.

Podologe medical device attachment

Treatment that gradually straightens the curvature of an ingrown toenail relieves pain and stabilizes the structure. It can be attached to match the nail length, and the spring wire pulls on the center of the nail.

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

To help prevent recurrence, we’ll review walking habits, shoe choices, and nail-trimming methods together, and provide guidance for daily care after treatment.

Personalized medication therapy

Depending on the patient’s overall health and the severity of the nail condition, we prescribe the necessary medications and, along with podologic care, combine topical treatments or oral antifungal therapy.

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

As a preliminary treatment performed before attaching the medical device, it trims the tip of the toenail that has grown into the skin and helps reduce pressure on the inflamed area.

Podologe medical device attachment

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

To help prevent recurrence, we’ll review walking habits, shoe choices, and nail-trimming methods together, and provide guidance for daily care after treatment.

Personalized medication therapy

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

As a preliminary treatment performed before attaching the medical device, it trims the tip of the toenail that has grown into the skin and helps reduce pressure on the inflamed area.

Podologe medical device attachment

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

To help prevent recurrence, we’ll review walking habits, shoe choices, and nail-trimming methods together, and provide guidance for daily care after treatment.

Personalized medication therapy

For relieving ingrown toenail symptoms
Class 1 medical device for hospitals and clinics
Podologe

For relieving ingrown toenail symptoms
Class 1 medical device for clinics and hospitals
Podologe

PODOLOGE is designed to relieve ingrown toenail symptoms
It is a medical device exclusively for clinics and hospitals, and is characterized by considering both the structural recovery of ingrown toenails and hygienic safety.

Its purpose is to quickly straighten and relieve toenails curved on both sides
and to keep the toenail stable so it does not curl again.

PODOLOGE is for
relieving ingrown toenail symptoms
It is a medical device exclusively for clinics and hospitals,
and is characterized by considering both the structural recovery of ingrown toenails
and hygienic safety at the same time.

Its purpose is to quickly straighten and
relieve nails curved on both sides,
and to keep the nail stably maintained
so it does not curl again.

Curved nails
quickly straightening
for improvement and relief

Podologue
Purpose of treatment

To keep the toenail flattened
so it doesn't curl back again
for stable maintenance

Curved nails
quickly straightening
for improvement and relief

To keep the toenail flattened
so it doesn't curl back again
for stable maintenance

Podologue
Purpose of treatment

Key Features of Podologe

Main Features of Podologe

Obliv Clinic development
Medical staff participation

A verified medical device
used by many orthopedic clinics in Korea

Excellent adhesion and
comfortable wear

Custom fit according to individual nail size and
shape

*If there is inflammation during the process of fitting the correction device, or temporary pain may occur due to the initial tension after attachment.
*If the underlying cause is not addressed or orthodontic treatment is discontinued, there is a possibility of recurrence of the ingrown toenail.

*If there is inflammation during the process of fitting the correction device,
or temporary pain may occur due to the initial tension after attachment.
*If the underlying cause is not addressed or corrective treatment is discontinued, ingrown toenails may recur.

Podologe vs OnicoXlip vs 3XO

Podoroge vs
OnicoXlip vs 3XO

Item

Podiatrist (Podologist)

Onico X Lip

3XO

Material

Stainless Steel & Nickel Titanium

Stainless steel
& nickel titanium

Stainless steel (SUS304)

Special Alloy Wire + Clip

Structure

Curved spring wire + bracket

Curved spring wire
+ bracket

Hook-shaped S-wire clip
+ O-shaped rubber ring

Straight spring wire + retaining clip

Thickness

0.3, 0.35, 0.4mm (3 types)
Adjustable by angle

0.2mm

1.2 ~ 1.5mm

How it works

With the elasticity and tension of the central wire
symptoms are improved by pulling the nail to both sides

With the elasticity and tension of the central wire
Improves symptoms by pulling the nail
to both sides

Hook the O-ring onto the S-wire
Using the elasticity of the O-ring
gradually lift both ends of the claw

Attach the wire to both sides of the nail
Lift from both sides

Procedure difficulty

High (requires fine-tuning)

Low (simple attachment method)

Medium to High (Requires expertise)

Procedure Time

30 minutes or more

10 to 15 minutes

20 to 30 minutes

Indication

Moderate to severe ingrown toenail

Early to mild ingrown toenail

Moderate to severe ingrown toenail

Reattachment / Replacement Cycle

About 1 to 2 weeks

About 2–3 weeks

About 4 to 6 weeks

Pain Level

No pain
(Inflamed area may be painful when touched)

Severe pain

You may feel a slight foreign body sensation at first.

Advantages

Strong corrective power, almost no foreign body sensation, low risk of infection

Strong corrective force, minimal foreign-body sensation
Almost none, low risk of infection

Quick and easy procedure, with sterilization to reduce the risk of infection

Strong corrective power, reusable

Cons

The procedure is difficult, so the practitioner's skill is important.

The procedure is difficult
the practitioner’s skill is important

The correction force is weak and
the nail hardly straightens, so re-correction cases are frequent

Difficult procedure, expensive

Primary Use

Hospitals and clinics

Hair salon, nail salon, clinic

3XO

Special Alloy Wire + Clip

Straight spring
Wire + fixing clip

3 to 6 cm or more
(centered on tendons, ligaments,
periosteum)

Hook the wire on both sides of the nail

Lift from both sides

Medium ~ High
(Requires proficiency)

20 to 30 minutes

Moderate to severe
Ingrown toenail

About 4 to 6 weeks

There may be a slight
foreign-body sensation at first

Strong corrective power, reusable

The procedure is difficult,
expensive

Hair salon, nail shop,
clinics and hospitals

Onico X Lip

Stainless steel (SUS304)

Hook-shaped
S-shaped wire clip
+ O-shaped rubber ring

0.5 ~ 3cm
(fascia, muscle-centered)

Hang the O-ring on the S-wire
By the elasticity of the O-ring
Gradually raise both ends of the claw

Low
(simple attachment method)

10 to 15 minutes

Early to mild
ingrown toenail

About 2 to 3 weeks

Severe pain

Easy and quick procedure,
sterilized treatment
low risk of infection

The correction force is weak, and the nails barely straighten, so re-correction is often needed.

Hospitals and clinics

Item

Material

Structure

Thickness

How it works

Procedure
Difficulty

Procedure Time

Indication

Reattachment /
Replacement cycle

Pain Level

Advantages

Cons

Primary Use

Podiatrist (Podologist)

Stainless steel
& nickel titanium

Curved spring
wire + bracket

0.5 ~ 3cm
(fascia, muscle center)

Through the elasticity and
tension of the central wire
pulls the nail
to both sides
to improve symptoms

High
(Fine-tuning required)

30 minutes or more

Moderate to severe
Ingrown toenail

About 1 to 2 weeks

No pain
(The inflamed area may
cause pain when touched)

Strong corrective power, almost no foreign body sensation, low risk of infection

The procedure is
difficult, so the practitioner's
skill is important

Hospitals and clinics

Before and after Podologe treatment
Changes in ingrown toenails

Before the Procedure

Mar 10, 2026

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Mid-procedure

Mar 27, 2026

Treatment Review

Mar 30, 2026

Before the Procedure

Mar 10, 2026

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Mid-procedure

Mar 27, 2026

Treatment Review

Mar 30, 2026

Ingrown Toenail FAQ

Before the procedure,
we discuss the patient's worries and concerns.

How many treatment sessions do I need?

Depending on the condition of the toenail and the degree of deformity, treatment to restore the curvature to the normal range may take anywhere from at least 3 weeks to more than 1 year. Since treatment time can vary greatly from person to person, we recommend confirming the expected duration through a medical consultation.

Is the pain severe during treatment?

Most treatments are performed without anesthesia and involve little to no pain. Even when medical devices are attached, discomfort is usually minimal, and adjustments can be made depending on your pain sensitivity, so there is no need to worry. However, if the ingrown toenail area is accompanied by inflammation or granulation tissue, temporary pain may occur in the inflamed area.

Is this a treatment that involves removing the toenail?

No. Obliv follows a non-surgical, conservative treatment approach that does not involve removing the toenail. By combining corrective devices, medication, and lifestyle adjustments, we help you recover naturally and safely.

Can I file a claim for indemnity health insurance?

Yes, if a disease code is registered after the consultation, you can file a claim for reimbursement insurance for that treatment. (※ Eligibility may vary depending on the insurer and policy terms.)

How is treatment for problematic toenails different at a clinic?

Obliv Clinic treats problem nails with a systematic program by addressing the root cause through a medical approach. There are clear differences in hygiene management, treatment plan design, use of MFDS-certified medical devices, and customized medication prescriptions.

What should I do if Podologe falls off after treatment?

If it falls off within 3 days after application, it can be reattached, so please contact the clinic and visit us.

Problematic nailsNot a matter of care,but a matter of treatment.

"Just enduring it is not the answer."

"Enduring it patiently is not the answer."

Problematic nailsNot a matter of care,but a matter of treatment.

"Just enduring it is not the answer."

Recurring pain and inflammation,Are you dismissing it as a simple condition and leaving it untreated?While trying to resolve it with folk remedies or simple careYou may miss the golden time for treatmentTreatment for problematic nails begins with an accurate understanding of the condition.

What Is a Problematic Toenail?

Problem toenail [ Ingrown toenail ]

If you have these symptoms,you need to see a doctor.

The toenail is pressing into the skin, causing pain in the surrounding skin.

Inflammatory reactions such as swelling, redness, and oozing occur.

I feel pain when walking or putting on shoes.

The pain is recurring and the symptoms are gradually worsening.

“ My toenail shape looks strange.Could it be an ingrown toenail? ”

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is ‘pain’.However, if the toenail is gradually curling inwardit may be a stage that requires treatment.

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is “pain”.However, if the nail is gradually curling inwardit may be a stage that requires treatment.

Ingrown ToenailCurvature Stages and Treatment Approaches

What is the Nail Curvature Angle?

How much the toenail is curled inward is an indicator.It refers to the “degree of curling” of the curve connecting both ends when viewed from the front.The smaller the curvature, the more severely the toenail is curled inward,which means the likelihood of pain or inflammation also increases.

Obliv’s Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Obliv’s Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

Podologe medical device attachment

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

Personalized medication therapy

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

Podologe medical device attachment

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

Personalized medication therapy

Preconditioning (preparation before attaching the medical device)

Podologe medical device attachment

Lifestyle Habits Correction and Home Care Guide

Personalized medication therapy

For relieving ingrown toenail symptomsClass 1 medical device for hospitals and clinicsPodologe

For relieving ingrown toenail symptomsClass 1 medical device for clinics and hospitalsPodologe

Key Features of Podologe

Main Features of Podologe

Podologe vs OnicoXlip vs 3XO

Podoroge vs OnicoXlip vs 3XO

Podiatrist (Podologist)

Before and after Podologe treatmentChanges in ingrown toenails

Before and after Podologe treatmentChanges in ingrown toenails

Ingrown Toenail FAQ

Before the procedure,we discuss the patient's worries and concerns.

Before the procedure,we discuss the patient's worries and concerns.

Problematic nails
Not a matter of care,
but a matter of treatment.

"Enduring it patiently
is not the answer."

Problematic nails
Not a matter of care,
but a matter of treatment.

Recurring pain and inflammation,
Are you dismissing it as a simple condition and leaving it untreated?
While trying to resolve it with folk remedies or simple care
You may miss the golden time for treatment
Treatment for problematic nails begins with an accurate understanding of the condition.

If you have these symptoms,
you need to see a doctor.

“ My toenail shape looks strange.
Could it be an ingrown toenail? ”

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is ‘pain’.
However, if the toenail is gradually curling inward
it may be a stage that requires treatment.

A. Ingrown toenails are basically diagnosed when there is
“pain”.
However, if the nail is gradually curling inward
it may be a stage that requires treatment.

Ingrown Toenail
Curvature Stages and Treatment Approaches

How much the toenail is curled inward is
an indicator.
It refers to the “degree of curling” of the curve connecting both ends
when viewed from the front.
The smaller the curvature, the more severely the toenail is curled inward,
which means the likelihood of pain or inflammation
also increases.

Obliv’s
Ingrown Toenail Treatment

For relieving ingrown toenail symptoms
Class 1 medical device for hospitals and clinics
Podologe

For relieving ingrown toenail symptoms
Class 1 medical device for clinics and hospitals
Podologe

Podoroge vs
OnicoXlip vs 3XO

Before and after Podologe treatment
Changes in ingrown toenails

Before and after Podologe treatment
Changes in ingrown toenails

Before the procedure,
we discuss the patient's worries and concerns.

Before the procedure,
we discuss the patient's worries and concerns.