CORNS & CALLUSES
WHAT IS CORNS & CALLUSES?
Corns and callus are areas of thickened skin that build-up due to excessive pressure from walking or running. They are in response too to much pressure in the area and can cause acute pain, swelling, and redness. The skin underneath a corn or callus can ulcerate which can become infected if left too long requiring more urgent treatment.
SYMPTOMS OF CORNS & CALLUSES?
- Pain from pressure from footwear
- Pressure pain from other toes
- Aching or throbbing pain in area of corn or callus
CAUSES OF CORNS & CALLUSES?
- Foot and toe structure
- Flat feet or high arched feet
- Bunion deformity
- Clawing or Hammertoes
- Poor footwear choices
- Biomechanical or gait abnormalities
TREATMENT FOR CORNS & CALLUSES?
- Assessment of painful corn or callus
- Pain-free debridement and removal of corn/callus
- Preventative treatment to stop its return are advised. Toe spacers and wedges, pressure insoles, orthotics, footwear modification
- Home care advice for self treatment at home