A corn on the foot is a prominent and painful thickening of the skin that often develops in the spaces between the smaller toes. There are numerous treatments for corns. A doctor might recommend that you wear a padded corn sleeve, which slides over the toe and covers the corn to reduce pressure on it. Toe spacers and corn donuts are other devices that can create a similar effect. Sometimes, corns are associated with large calluses. In this case, it may be beneficial to have the calluses regularly shaved or trimmed. Occasionally, surgery may be warranted to remedy a corn that has not responded to more conservative treatment measures. If you have painful corns on your feet, it is suggested that you visit a podiatrist.

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 William Street Podiatry. 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 William Street in New York, NY, Forest Hills, NY, and Broadway in New York, NY . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.