Steph Hatt
September 29, 2021
February 16, 2023
Technically known as “hyperkeratosis”, corns are a thickening of the most superficial layer of the skin on the foot due to an increase in dead and scaly cells. Calluses are common lesions of the skin on the foot. Both corns and calluses act as a protection mechanism for the skin of the foot against pressure or continued friction.
There are various ways that we can help you treat and prevent corns and callus such as:
Podiatry appointment: Our Podiatrists/Chiropodists or foot health practitioners can treat your corns and calluses painlessly within a treatment session. They will also provide valuable advice and guidance such as how to choose the right type of footwear for your feet.
Gait Analysis: we can assess your footprint through a Gait Analysis to identify areas of pressure when you walk or run. We can then prescribe bespoke orthotics to rebalance your foot posture and relieve pressure in those areas.
It can sometimes be difficult to tell the difference between a callus and a verruca. Applying the wrong treatment may worsen the condition by spreading the infection further.