Patient Education
Corns & Calluses
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Thickened skin that develops in response to repeated pressure or friction.
When to See a Doctor
- Symptoms that do not improve with rest after one week
- Severe pain or swelling that limits daily activities
- Visible deformity or unusual changes to the foot
- Signs of infection: redness, warmth, or discharge
Common Symptoms
- Hard raised bump
- Tenderness under pressure
- Thick rough skin
- Flaky or waxy skin patch
Treatment Options
We almost always begin with conservative (nonsurgical) care. Surgery is considered only if those measures don’t bring relief. Your plan is personalized after a thorough exam.
Conservative (nonsurgical) care
- Professional debridement (paring) in office
- Padding and proper-fitting footwear
- Custom orthotics to offload pressure
- Regular moisturizing
- Salicylic-acid preparations (used with caution; avoided in diabetics)
Surgical options (if needed)
- Correcting an underlying bone prominence or deformity (e.g., hammertoe or bunion) when that is the true cause
Risk Factors
- Athletic or physically demanding lifestyle
- Being overweight or obese
- Poor-fitting footwear
- Existing medical conditions such as diabetes or arthritis
Prevention Tips
- Wear properly fitting supportive footwear
- Warm up and stretch before exercise
- Maintain a healthy weight to reduce foot pressure
- See a podiatrist at the first sign of persistent pain
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