Corns are often a source of pain and discomfort. At Stirling Central Podiatry, we can help treat and resolve this problem.
What are corns?
Corns occur due to the thickening of your skin in a small, concentrated area. They only occur as a result of frictional or shearing forces. This can be due to two toes rubbing against eachother (causing corns in-between the toes or “interdigital corns”) or the skin rubbing against another surface. Corns commonly occur over bony prominances or on the bottom of your foot.
What causes corns on feet?
There are several reasons corns can occur. Some of these include the following:
- Abnormal walking pattern (orthotics may reduce this)
- Toe deformities
- Narrow fitting shoes
- Walking barefooted
- Standing up for long hours, especially on hard floors
- Diabetes
How to treat corns?
For corns, treatment from one of our podiatrists at Stirling Central Podiatry is the quickest and most efficient treatment available. Using special instruments, we use a simple pain-free method of debriding the corn, providing immediate relief! We can also provide custom-made splints to help offload the area. Remember, all consultations are eligible for private health fund rebate.