Calluses and corns are areas of thick, hardened skin that form on the feet as a result of pressure or friction. They can be painful and unsightly, and can make it difficult to walk or wear shoes.
Calluses are generally larger and more diffuse than corns, and tend to form on the soles of the feet or the palms of the hands. They are the body’s natural response to protect the skin from excessive pressure or friction.
Corns, on the other hand, are smaller and more concentrated than calluses, and tend to form on the toes or the sides of the feet. They are caused by pressure on the skin, often from ill-fitting shoes.
Calluses and corns can be removed by a podiatrist or other foot care specialist using a variety of techniques, such as:
Trimming: The thickened skin can be trimmed using a scalpel or other sharp instrument.
Filing: The thickened skin can be filed down using a pumice stone or other abrasive tool.
Using medicated pads: Medicated pads containing salicylic acid can be applied to the callus or corn to soften the skin and help it shed.
