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We encourage you to contact us whenever you have an interest or concern about podiatry, such as diabetic foot care, extracorporeal pulse activation treatment, or heel pain in Hackettstown.

Please call us at (908) 852-0229

Treatment for Corns and Calluses

The feet play such an important role in our daily lives by providing balance and helping us move around. When your feet are not at their best, you might experience pain or discomfort that could make it difficult to remain on your feet for extended periods. For example, corns and calluses could potentially cause discomfort when your shoes rub against them and produce friction. The experienced podiatrists at Foot Care Associates in Hackettstown, NJ can recommend specific options for successfully treating corns or calluses.

Difference Between Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are thickened rough areas of skin that can develop on the toes or feet. They are often hardened and look like a raised bump on the skin. Corns and calluses can also be dry and flaky or waxy. They are sometimes associated with pain or tenderness under the skin, especially corns. Although they share some similarities, corns and calluses are two different conditions.

Corns are typically smaller than calluses and can be painful when pressure is applied to them, whereas calluses are not necessarily painful. Corns are characterized by a hard center that is surrounded by inflamed skin. Calluses are associated with thickened areas of skin, often without inflammation. Corns tend to develop around the toes, while calluses often form on the soles, heels, or balls of the feet.

Causes of Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses can develop on the toes or feet when the skin is repeatedly exposed to friction or pressure. For example, corns can develop on the tops or sides of the toes if your shoes are constantly rubbing against them. Some common causes of corns and calluses on the feet include:

  • Wearing shoes without socks
  • Wearing tight-fitting shoes 
  • Wearing high-heeled shoes 
  • Wearing shoes that are too small

Running and playing certain types of sports, such as basketball, can also contribute to the development of corns and calluses. The feet are more likely to endure friction and pressure from footwear when participating in these types of activities. Having certain foot conditions, such as bunions or hammertoe, can also increase the risk of developing corns or calluses on the feet.

Treatment Options 

Several options are available for treating foot corns and calluses. One of the skilled podiatrists at our office in Hackettstown can develop an individualized treatment plan for you. Treatment for corns and calluses may include soaking the feet in warm water to soften the skin, then gently filing affected areas with a pumice stone to slough off hardened skin. Applying moisturizer to the feet regularly is also beneficial. Wearing protective pads or bandages over areas of the feet that tend to rub against the shoes or where corns or calluses have already developed can also be helpful.

For large or especially problematic corns and calluses, the podiatrist can gently shave away some of the thickened skin with a surgical blade to reduce the size of the corn or callus. It is also possible to prevent corns or calluses from developing by taking certain precautions. For instance, wearing shoes with sufficient room for the toes to move so they are not squished together can reduce the risk of developing corns or calluses.

For the treatment of corns or calluses on the feet, schedule an appointment with one of our podiatrists by calling Foot Care Associates in Hackettstown, NJ at (908) 852-0229.

CONTACT US

We encourage you to contact us whenever you have an interest or concern about podiatry, such as diabetic foot care, extracorporeal pulse activation treatment, or heel pain in Hackettstown.

Please call us at (908) 852-0229

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