The evaluation of a toenail injury begins with a history and physical exam.

Physical findings in someone with a toenail injury may include:

• Bleeding from the toe
• Toe bruise
• Toe swelling
• Nail deformity
• Subungual hematoma:
• Collection of blood under the toenail

Tests that may be used to evaluate a toenail injury include:

• Toe x-ray:
• Normal