Glass in Foot Removal
Stepped on glass and can still feel something? Embedded glass needs proper removal - we do this in our Chelsea clinic today. We use bedside ultrasound to locate hidden fragments, then remove them under local anaesthetic in a sterile setting.
NHS Surgeon Led
Every procedure performed by experienced NHS surgeons.
Same-Day Appointments
Most patients seen within 24 hours.
Transparent Pricing
Fixed, published prices. No hidden consultation fees.
Chelsea, London
25 Ives Street - minutes from South Kensington.
CQC Registered
In cooperation with Ash Pro Skin Ltd, a CQC-registered care provider.
What we treat
- Glass fragments under the skin
- Slivers you can feel but not see
- Wounds that have been x-rayed and shown glass
- Persistent pain at the step site
- Ultrasound localisation where helpful
- Sterile removal under local anaesthetic
Who it's for: Anyone with suspected retained glass in the foot causing pain, walking difficulty or infection risk.
What to expect
- 1
Same-day appointment confirmed by phone.
- 2
Assessment - sometimes with bedside ultrasound to find the fragment.
- 3
Local anaesthetic and sterile removal.
- 4
Wound cleaned, closed if needed, and dressed.
- 5
Tetanus advice and aftercare.
Why retained glass needs removal
Glass left in the foot causes chronic pain, infection and a stubborn discharging sinus. Same-day removal in a sterile setting is the simplest, cleanest answer.
Surgeon-led removal in Chelsea
Dr SOS removes embedded foreign bodies under local anaesthetic with proper instruments and lighting - far quicker than waiting for an outpatient slot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hurt today? Be seen today.
Same-day appointments with experienced NHS surgeons in Chelsea. Fast access to urgent minor surgical care when you need it most.