Exactly what are CALLUSES OR CORNS? Corns or Calluses is thicken skin that forms at points of pressure over bony prominencces or on the bottom of your foot.
WHAT CAUSES IT? It is caused by repeated friction and pressure from skin rubbing against bony areas.
HOW TO PREVENT IT: Wear supportive shoes with a wide toe box and low heel. Use over-the-counter creams but avoid medicated callus/corn remover pads. If you do not have diabetes soak your feet in warm wter, and use a pumice stone or file to treat. Avoid tight-fitting shoes, socks and hosiery. If you are a diabetic you need a podiatrist to take care of your corns or calluses. Call our office at 419-423-1888 for an appoitment today if you do not have a professional doctor to take care of your diabetic feet.
You can visit our online store at www.vailfoot.com for pads that can "off-load" the painful areas caused by calluses.