When you wear shoes that are too tight around your toes or don't fit correctly, your big toe and other parts of your foot rub against the inside of your shoe. The friction causes a callus to form to protect your skin. Calluses are rough hardened pieces of skin that can become thick.27 Mar 2018
Why do my toenails hurt in my shoes?
Even if you wear the best running shoes, your toenails the big one in particular slam into the front of your shoe with each forward stride. This repetitive, forceful contact between nail and shoe causes blood to pool under your toenail. The blood can lead to pressure, throbbing, and intense pain.
How do you stop your toenails from hurting in shoes?
Make sure your toes are not pinched at the top and consider how your socks fit with the shoe. Keep your toenails cut short. The less your toenail extends out, the less likely it will hit the top or side of your shoe when running. Be sure to cut your nails correctly to avoid ingrown toenails.6 Jul 2020
Why do my big toenails hurt when I walk?
Ingrown toenails are most likely to affect your big toe. They occur when the edges or corners of your toenail grow into the skin on the side of your nail. This causes pain, swelling, and tenderness, especially when you put pressure on the toe.14 Dec 2021