Corn and Callus Treatment

Corns and calluses are characterised as hardened lumps of skin that form as a result of prolonged friction or pressure. They are thick and rough, and can appear flaky, dry or waxy. They may also be tender and raised from the surface of your skin. 

They can form over time and can be painful but are not directly harmful to your health unless they are cracked, bleeding, impacting a nerve, or causing ongoing discomfort. 

Yes we have lots of experience treating warts on hands, under and around finger nails as well as feet and toes. Our verrucae treatments start from as little as £60 per visit but we highly recommend attending for a FREE of charge verrucae consultation. Swift microwave therapy costs £150 per treatment but statistically clears 85% of verrucaes and warts  within 1 and 3 treatments.

Corns and hard skin are caused by pressure so once the corn is removed it will come back unless the cause of the pressure or friction is removed. That's where 3D orthoics and bespoke moulded silicone splints can come in to trey and relieve the pressure.

Corns and calluses appear anywhere that is exposed to frequent friction, but most commonly appear on: 

Hands 

Feet

Toes 

Fingers 

Calluses develop on pressure spots and are typically larger than corns. They may look like dry skin. Corns are smaller than calluses and more likely to become painful as they sit deeper into the skin. They appear as a lump of hardened skin surrounded by a swollen area and are more distinctive and easy to identify.

Corns and calluses are often, but not always, preventable when the following steps are taken: 

1. Wear the correct sized shoes: Calluses and corns can be caused by wearing shoes that are too small. When they rub against the outside or tops of your toes, corns form to protect your skin from the friction. 
2. Wear coverings: Wear corn pads over areas that are prone to corns to prevent them from forming. 
3. Wear padded or protective gloves: Corns on the hands can be prevented by wearing specialised gloves appropriate for the activity. When gardening, wear gardening gloves. When exercising, wear compression gloves.

Apply the above preventative measures to reduce the friction on affected areas. If unsuccessful, visit an experienced podiatrist to have the skin carefully removed and receive tailored advice on how to prevent them from recurring.

Cracked heels are caused by a number of factors, primarily worsened by prolonged periods of excess pressure applied to the heels. Factors that can influence cracked heels include dry skin, nutrient deficiency, weight gain, ageing skin, dehydration and inadequate foot care. 

There is not one single contributor to cracked heels, and an experienced podiatrist will be able to assess the condition of your feet and recommend the most appropriate treatment for your unique circumstances.

If you are suffering from cracked heels, the best course of action is to visit a podiatrist for treatment. Although at home treatments can be applied to temporarily soothe the discomfort, leaving cracked heels can lead to bacteria build up and a worsening in the pain.