Choosing the Appropriate Brace Tension for Your Toenail
Most individuals will achieve best results with the .140 standard tension brace. 90% of our customers select this brace. Increased pain and injury can be the result of using a brace with too much tension. Less tension generally yields easier application and longer life.
How your nail responds to treatment is determined by two factors.
1
Toenail Curvature
More curved toenails require less brace tension
Less curved toenails require more brace tension
2
Toenail Size
Larger toenails require more brace tension
Smaller toenails require less brace tension
Ultra-Low
Tension
.007
Best for:
- Toenails two thru five
- Fingernails
- Maintenance (all toes)
Also for:
- Ages 8-14 (first toe)
Very-Low
Tension
.100
For the first toe with a toenail that is:
- Very thin
- Very small
Also for:
- Ages 15-17
Low
Tension
.120
For the first toe with a toenail that is:
- Smaller than average
- More thin than average
- Very high in curvature
- Sharply curved at the sides
Most Common
Standard
Tension
.140
Best for the first (largest) toe:
- Most adults aged 18+
High
Tension
.160
For the first toe with a toenail that is:
- Less curved than average
- Wider than average
Caution
May cause increased pain or injury if applied to an average toenail
Very High
Tension
.180
For the first toe with a toenail that is:
- Very low in curvature
- Very wide
Caution
May cause increased pain or injury if applied to an average toenail