Calluses - Podiatry Corner

A Callus is caused by the accumulation of dead skin that thickens or hardens in an area of excessive pressure. Typically, these are found on the underside (soles) of the feet. Calluses are the body’s defence mechanism against pressure and friction. They may appear as hardened patches or ridges of thickened skin.

Common causes of callus include: ill-fitting shoes (too tight/small), obesity, bony prominences, reduced fat pad under the balls of feet, abnormal gait mechanics and structural abnormalities of the foot. 

Podiatrists can quickly and effectively remove callus and assist in the prevention of future callus development. Your podiatrist will also be able to recommend appropriate at-home care. Consideration should be given to the patient’s age, mobility, health and skin integrity; for example, a diabetic should avoid using any sharp or excessively rough objects to treat a callus. Your podiatrist may assist by recommending orthotics or innersoles to redistribute plantar pressures and offload callus-prone areas.

Comfort Co Breakdown

A callus is a hardened accumulation of dead skin that can be caused ill-fitting shoes (too tight/small), obesity, bony prominences, reduced fat pad under the balls of feet, abnormal gait mechanics and structural abnormalities of the foot. 

A podiatrist can remove a callus quickly. But there's things you can do to prevent or treat Calluses yourself.

Treatment

1) Get proper fitting shoes! If your shoes are rubbing you the wrong way, get some shoes that don't! Take out the guesswork by using the "SizeRight" feature available on any product page of The Comfort Co (available on mobile only).

If you're still hesitant, The Comfort Co Return Policy means you have nothing to worry about! Or if you want to really to take it seriously, head to a Comfort Co store and get on an Aetrex Scanner.

2) Medicated foot cream - If you've already got callused feet a foot cream like Callusan can help soothe your symptoms.

3) Make an appointment with a Podatrist.