For the toe, keep it clean and dry, trim the nail straight across, apply a simple moisturiser or petroleum jelly to the surrounding skin, and wear well-fitting footwear; an in-person look will tell whether a fungal nail treatment or minor nail procedure is needed. For the heel pain, do calf and plantar fascia stretches before getting out of bed, use cushioned footwear with arch support, apply ice for ten minutes after activity, and avoid walking barefoot on hard floors. A vitamin D and calcium check is also useful.

See a doctor sooner if the toe becomes red, swollen, painful or starts discharging pus, or if you have diabetes, as foot infections need prompt attention. You can share photos with me on a Practo online consult, or come for an examination at Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj.