Callus Treatment

It is a regional skin thickening that develops due to repetitive trauma such as friction and impact, usually in pressure areas corresponding to bone protrusions. Although the edge of the fifth toe is the typical location, it is also frequently seen on the sole of the foot. Pain increases especially with contact.

In treatment, it is necessary to eliminate the underlying mechanical cause. Skin thinning solutions, cryotherapy, cauterization and, in necessary cases, surgical excision can be performed.

Calls are thickening of the skin due to various reasons and friction. As a result of the hardening of the skin in the upper layer, it irritates the underlying tissues and moves downwards. Hard calluses usually occur on the tops of the fingers and on the edge of the little finger. Soft calluses cause discharge. They develop between the rubbing surfaces between the fingers.

Diagnosis and Treatment Process

The formation of the callus is first analyzed. If a callus due to bone deformation is to be treated, the bone deformation must first be eliminated and the callus treatment must be performed.

If there is callus formation on the little toe due to wide feet, treatment should be started by preventing friction with bunion protectors. If the patient has calluses due to pressing problems, balance should be provided by giving specially prepared insoles to the person supporting the sole of the foot and callus treatment should be started together. The number of sessions is determined by the specialist depending on the size of the callus. Sessions are held weekly or in 15-day periods. Dead layers are removed in each session using podiatry devices. The patient is recommended medications for home use. Although it is not a surgical method, the patient returns to his daily life after the session. The procedures are painless and painless.