Why Do I Keep Getting Corns?

Corns Recur Because …

Typically a Corn develops as a result of constant friction or pressure.

Sometimes just walking may cause pain and discomfort. Corns and calluses on the feet can be produced by poor walking motion, which might become more uncomfortable if not treated.

Poor Fitting Shoes Cause Corns

The majority of corns are caused by ill-fitting shoes, and specifically shows that are too narrow.

Wearing shoes or sandals without socks, which causes friction on the feet, are further risk factors for developing a corn or callus.

Heels Cause Corns

The worst offenders are high-heeled shoes. They exert strain on the toes, making women four times more prone than males to have foot problems.

Who Is More Likely To Get Corns Or Calluses?

You are more likely to develop corns or calluses if you have medical conditions that change the normal alignment of the bones in your feet. 

Conditions that can relate to Corn recurrence include:

• Arthritis, bunions, 
• Bone spurs, or hammertoes. 
• Other foot abnormalities.

What is a Corn?

A corn is a thickened circular region of skin. They commonly appear as yellowish dead tissue encircling an area of discomfort on the soles of feet or the tops or sides of toes. 

How to Prevent Recurring Corns?

The following are some methods for preventing corns.

• Ensure your shoes will let you move your toes. Any place on your shoes that rubs or pinches should be stretched by a shoe store.
• Protect yourself by wearing protective clothing. Use felt pads, non medicated corn pads, or bandages over regions that rub against your footwear.

Podiatry Assistance

To prevent corns from recurring, the cause must be eliminated. 

Your podiatrist can work with you to determine the source of your corn troubles and recommend a treatment plan. 

Immediate Treatment of Corns

To soften corns and reduce pressure, certain soaks or sports socks and pads may be recommended. Alternately, a knife maybe used to remove thicker dead tissue from the corn and relieve pressure on your feet.

Your Footwear will be examined and you will be encouraged to wear proper footwear where required.

It is possible that treatment for underlying bone abnormalities will be recommended. 

Next Step

Call Eastpoint Podiatry at Edgecliff on (02) 9362 4111 or visit www.eastpointpodiatry.com.au to book a time