Corns and Calluses

Effective Solutions for Foot Corns and Painful Calluses at The Footlift London

Corn and painful callus on foot are unpleasant. This can cause some discomfort or even a lot of pain. This pain is caused by pressure on the soft underlying tissue which is under the corn or callus. The pressure or rubbing that has brought about the corn or callus pushes on the hardened tissue – and this is transferred via the soft tissue and pain or soreness is left.

At The Footlift London, we provide a simple and effective treatment for corns and calluses.

Treatment Principles

The pain or discomfort comes from the hard skin pushing into the soft parts of the foot. The best way to treat a corn or callus is to:

Removing the source of pressure – Identifying what is causing the problem.
Taking away the hard skin – Gently remove the thickened area.
Protecting healthy skin – Making sure to cause as little damage as possible to the surrounding healthy tissue.

What are corns and calluses?

Corns and calluses are an enlargement of hard, thick areas of skin. Although these hardened parts of skin can take place anywhere on your body, you’ll generally see them on your feet, hands or fingers.

Difference Between a Corn and a Callus

Corns and calluses are basically similar tissues. Corns are in the habit of small and round. You’re most possibly to observe corn on the top or sides of your toes.

Calluses are hard, thick areas of skin. Compared with corns, calluses are bigger and have a more misshapen shape. You’re most probably to observe calluses along the sides of your feet. A small amount of callus formation on the bottom of your foot is common.

You’ll also observe calluses often on your hands. For example, a callus takes place where there is frequent friction or rubbing like on the tips of the fingers of a guitar player or the hands of gymnasts, weightlifters or craftsmen.

Different Types of Corns

Hard corns

These are small, hard spots on the skin that usually form on the tops of your toes where there is pressure from bones.

Soft corns

These are whitish or grey and feel soft and rubbery. They appear between your toes.

Seed corns

These are tiny corns that usually form on the bottoms of your feet.

What causes corns and calluses?

Corns and calluses have many similar causes. These involve:

Shoes that don’t fit appropriately. This is the most general cause of corn on the top of your feet. Shoes that don’t fit well or have parts that frequently rub against your skin cause shearing, friction and pressure. People who repeatedly wear high-heeled shoes develop calluses on the balls of their feet from the downward pressure on this part while walking.
Standing, Walking or running for long hours.
Physical and sports activities or work/labour that generate pressure on your feet and/or give rise to repeated friction on the part of the skin on your hands or fingers.
Going shoeless.
Not wearing socks with footwear.
Wearing socks or shoe linings that slide around and bunch up under your feet while you’re in your shoes.
Walking with bad posture—putting too much weight on the inner or outer edge of your foot.
Foot shape problems or changes, like hammertoes, tailor’s bunions, bunions, or issues from birth.

How do corns and calluses form?

Corns and calluses grow from frequent friction, rubbing, pressure or irritation and pressure on your skin. Corns and calluses generally form on the bony, walked-on parts of your feet. On your hands, they (more possibly calluses) take place on the areas where there’s ongoing rubbing against your skin. The hard layers of skin of corns and calluses are generally your body’s way of protecting the skin from irritation and pressure.

Relieve Your Foot Pain: Expert Treatments for Corns and Calluses at The Footlift London

Do you need foot corn removal? Do you have a painful callus on your foot? At The Footlift London, we can help you! Our skilled team offers treatments that can ease your pain and make walking easier. You don’t have to live with discomfort. We’re here to support you and get you back on your feet. Don’t wait any longer—book your appointment today and start feeling better! Your comfort is our priority!