Corns and Callus

        









Corns and Callus: What are they? 
Corns and callus are thickened and compacted layers of hard dead skin. Corns and callus occur due to long-standing extra pressure and/or friction on a particular point of the foot. This pressure can be due to high or tight shoes, bony prominences eg bunions and abnormal gait patterns which increase the loading forces on a particular area.
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Will Corns and Callus Return?
Yes. Once the stimulus creating the extra pressure remains unchanged, hard skin and/or corns generally build up again in approximately 6 – 8 weeks.

What Can Be Done to Help?
To help reduce the amount of hard skin that builds up it is important to reduce the pressure on that area of the foot. One of the best ways to do this is by wearing footwear that contains as many of the following features as possible: 

Wide, Deep and seamless toe-box     
Arch support   
Cushioned in-sole   
Velcro or lace up fastenings    
Low broad heel    

Padding, gel cushions, toe props, insoles and orthotics may also help to reduce or redistribute the pressure.     

Do I Need to Do Anything Following Chiropody Treatment?   
Following removal of hard skin or corns the area can be soft & tender. This usually resolves in a few days. Occasionally  corns may "spot bleed" when they are removed. It is important to wash and dry the area well. Put a protective cover on the area for a few days  following treatment. It can help to elongate time periods between visits by applying cream daily or putting padding on the feet.  


Book an appointment at Kilkenny Foot Clinic by calling 056-7795716 

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