In reply to Wsdconst:
Cheers but don't think I'm ready for such drastic measures lol.
Bruising is worse now after 3 bouldering sessions last week. I can't find any info anywhere about pressure on top of nail. I'm also wondering whether the shoes are a tad too large and it's the flex point thats pushing diwn.
Tried some tenaya tarifa in a 7 and although they felt very snug there was no associated pressure on top of the toe.