Onychogryphosis

Onychogryphosis is a hypertrophic condition of the nail plate. Onychogryphosis causes the nail plate to grow exceedingly long and thick and is often referred to as “Ram’s horn nails”. Generally this condition is seen in the elderly population and is due to failure to properly trim the nail plate over time. However, onychogryphosis can also be a result of peripheral vascular disorders and/or trauma to the nail matrix or plate. Onychogryphosis can cause a great deal of discomfort and difficulties fitting into shoes and for daily activities. This is a condition that should be addressed by a Podiatrist for proper treatment of the nail, and recommendations on how to avoid onychohryphosis in the future. 

Dr. Michael Garvin of Port Saint Lucie Florida has been treating Onychogryphosis and many other conditions of the foot and ankle and is accepting new patients. Don’t hesitate to contact one of Dr. Garvin’s offices in the Port Saint Lucie area here. 

• PORT ST. LUCIE EAST OFFICE: 1791 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie, Florida 34952 Phone: 772-335-7171
• ST. LUCIE WEST OFFICE: 150 SW Chamber Court, Suite 101, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34986 Phone: 772-871-6020

**The picture above is an example of Onychogryphosis