Can a daily patch fix your toenails? new trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07029516
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a special hydrogel patch applied daily to toenails for three months. It is designed for people with nail fragility, fungal infections, or nail psoriasis. The trial includes 72 adults and compares the active patch to a placebo to see if it safely improves nail health and appearance.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- hydrogel nail patch containing urea
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this patch could offer a simple, daily treatment to improve nail appearance and reduce damage from fragility, fungus, or psoriasis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 people. The patch is a cosmetic device, not a strong medicine, so results may be modest. It may not work better than a placebo.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Clinica Dermatologica - Policlinico - Università degli Studi di Milano Via Francesco Sforza- Milano
RECRUITINGMilan, 20122, Italy
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