Corns and callouses are made up of a thick layer of dry tissue that builds up over pressure points. Bunions, hammer toes, or arthtritic bones can have a different shape, and the callouses build up to protect the skin from this abnormal bone formation. Also, flat feet and locations of previous injuries or surgeries can cause corns and callouses to develop.
Typically, a podiatrist will remove these and provide padding, cushions, or orthotic devices to relieve the pressure. However, this is only a temporary solutions because the abnormal pressure will usually cause the callouses or corns to form again. Occasionally, the abnormal bone formation that may be causing the callous or corn can be removed surigically to alleviate the problem.
If you have this problem, it is important to avoid over the counter corn removal pads, which contain an acid in most cases and can burn the skin.
For questions or to schedule an appointment, please call my office at 708-763-0580.
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