Corns are areas of hardened skin that typically appear on the foot. They are made out of keratin, which is a protein that is found in the outermost layer of the skin that develops as a result of pressure or friction. Although corns are unsightly, they aren’t a serious medical condition unless they become infected. People who have diabetes should be especially careful about developing corns because they are more prone to developing infections. Common causes of corns are poorly fitting footwear, prominent bones, or improperly healed fractures. However, the single most common cause of this ailment is wearing shoes that are too tight for your feet. Corns can be easily prevented if you change your footwear and minimize rubbing. It is important to avoid wearing high heeled shoes because they can squish the toes together into an unnatural position.

Corns can make walking very painful and should be treated immediately. If you have questions regarding your feet and ankles, contact one of our podiatrists of Pennsylvania Foot & Ankle. Our doctors will treat your foot and ankle needs.

Corns: What Are They? And How Do You Get Rid of Them?
Corns are thickened areas on the skin that can become painful. They are caused by excessive pressure and friction on the skin. Corns press into the deeper layers of the skin and are usually round in shape.

Ways to Prevent Corns
There are many ways to get rid of painful corns such as:

• Wearing properly fitting shoes that have been measured by a professional
• Wearing shoes that are not sharply pointed or have high heels
• Wearing only shoes that offer support

Treating Corns

Although most corns slowly disappear when the friction or pressure stops, this isn’t always the case. Consult with your podiatrist to determine the best treatment option for your case of corns.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, Port Richmond, Philadelphia, and Hamilton, New Jersey . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.