Abnormal foot angles has an association with ingrown toenail.

Background: Onychocryptosis, frequently termed ''ingrown toenail'' is a common foot problem in routine dermatology and orthopaedic clinical practice which leads to pain and disability. Although the aetiology of ingrown toenail is not well understood various associated risk factors have been identified with the pathogenesis.

Material And Methods: This study was a retrospective investigation of 170 patients with hallux valgus and lateral border ingrown toenail of all stages.