How to Deal with Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are areas where the skin has hardened, generally due to friction and pressure. This friction usually stems from footwear and socks; to help prevent them from forming, wear shoes that have enough room for your feet and aren’t cramped. Over-the-counter chemical peels can remove either corns or calluses at the risk of potentially damaging skin. Pumice stones can be used to remove corns and calluses but can also damage skin. If you are a diabetic, do not attempt to remove either one and instead see a podiatrist. Overall, podiatrists can treat corns and calluses in ways that do not risk harm to your feet.

If you have any concerns regarding your feet and ankles, contact one of our podiatrists of Westside Podiatry Center, LLP. Our doctors will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Corns: What Are They? and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
Corns can be described as areas of the skin that have thickened to the point of becoming painful or irritating. They are often layers and layers of the skin that have become dry and rough, and are normally smaller than calluses.

Ways to Prevent Corns
There are many ways to get rid of painful corns such as wearing:

• Well-fitting socks
• Comfortable shoes that are not tight around your foot
• Shoes that offer support

Treating Corns
Treatment of corns involves removing the dead skin that has built up in the specific area of the foot. Consult with Our doctors to determine the best treatment option for your case of corns.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Liverpool, Camillus, Skaneateles, Oswego, and Cicero, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.