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What are corns?
Corns are hard, painful calluses caused by pressure or friction on the toes or arch of the foot. They often occur with ill-fitting footwear or abnormal position of the toes.
Complaints
- Hard, sore spot on toes or sole of foot
- Pain when walking or standing
- Redness or irritation around the corn
- Sometimes deeper core that is extra sensitive
What can a podiatrist do?
- Safe removal of corns
- Advice on shoes and pressure distribution
- Orthotics or orthotics to reduce excessive pressure
- Treatment of underlying foot problems that cause corns
Recovery
Restoration focuses on pain relief and prevention of recurring corns. By relieving pressure points and applying proper foot and shoe recommendations, the skin can recover and future symptoms can be reduced.