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Some Common Causes
- Friction or pressure over a particular area of your foot
- Wearing incorrect footwear that which is not fitted correctly being too tight or narrow for your foot.
- The way that you walk could be causing this condition by putting pressure and friction on areas that are not designed to stand constant wear and tear. Having flat feet are a good example.
- Being overweight.
- Your foot could have a bunion, which could be a source of callus.
- Wearing high-heeled shoes could cause this condition.
- Friction between your toes.
- Prolonged standing or overuse of your feet.
- After you have had an operation on your feet.
The Main Symptoms
- Patches of thickened, glassy skin on your feet that may feel hard, rough or even tender when touched.
- Patches of callus can feel warm when you are walking on them. They can also ache if you have been walking for some time.
Cathy Bowen
MSc DPodM ILTM, Podiatrist
Callus
A callus is an area of thick, hardened skin usually
found over a bony area of your foot, on your heel
or around the ball of your foot. Callus can be mild
and annoying, or can be severe and painful.
Suggested Treatments for Callus
Try and reduce the development of callus by wearing cushioned, shock absorbing insoles in your shoes.
Use a callus remover such as a pumice stone, chiropody sponge or foot file.
NEVER try and remove callus with a pair of scissors or a razorblade.
Limit the amount of time you wear high-heeled or thin-soled shoes.
Use moisturising foot care creams, powers and sprays to help keep the area of callus supple. Alternative creams are available that promote the breakdown of callus.
If you have diabetes or a problem with your circulation or nerves be especially careful and consult your nearest HPC registered Podiatrist.
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Treating your condition
The Traffic Light symbol at the top of each condition page indicates the way you should approach it:
Red: Seek professional help immediately, either from a suitably qualified Podiatrist or Physiotherapist.
Amber: You can treat this condition yourself BUT you should seek professional help if you want reassurance that what you are doing is the best approach for you.
Green: You can treat this condition yourself if you feel comfortable doing so. However, for further reassurance it might be as well to talk the condition through with a suitably qualified Podiatrist.
Remember this advice is for guidance only and if you are in any doubt at all, please consult your nearest HPC Registered Podiatrist.