Corns & Calluses

What are Corns & Calluses?

Understanding the condition

Corns & calluses are areas of thick skin on the feet that develop in response to repeated foot friction and pressure. Corns are typically small, round, and often appear as a corn on the toe, while calluses are broader and flatter, commonly forming as a heel callus or ball of foot callus.

Although not dangerous, these areas of hard skin on the feet can become a painful corn, causing foot pain, tenderness, and difficulty walking when pressure continues. Early corn and callus treatment, including foot corn treatment and foot callus treatment, is important to relieve discomfort, reduce pressure on the affected areas, and help prevent recurrence.

When to suspect Corns & Calluses?

Signs & Symptoms

Rough, thickened skin on toes or soles

Hard, raised bumps that may be painful when pressed

Burning or tenderness in affected areas

How We Diagnose Corns & Calluses

Diagnosis of corns & calluses is made through a comprehensive clinical examination of the affected area. Dr. Malek Abu Al Nadi, a corn removal specialist and foot & ankle specialist, evaluates the location, thickness, and cause of the hard skin on the feet, identifying underlying structural problems such as hammertoes, bunions, abnormal foot pressure points, or poor foot mechanics.
In recurrent cases involving a painful corn or persistent foot pain, X-rays may be recommended to assess bone alignment and pressure distribution. This comprehensive evaluation helps determine the most appropriate corn treatment, callus treatment, and long-term foot care plan to relieve symptoms and prevent recurrence.

How are Corns & Calluses treated?

How We Heal Corns & Calluses

Trimming or shaving thickened skin (performed safely in clinic) to relieve pressure
Custom orthotics to redistribute weight and reduce friction points
Properly fitted footwear to prevent rubbing and irritation
Protective pads or cushions to shield sensitive areas
Moisturizing creams to soften hardened skin and improve flexibility

How is surgery performed?

Surgery is rarely required for corns and calluses. However, if the thickened skin develops due to an underlying structural deformity—such as hammertoes, bunions, or abnormal bone alignment—surgical correction may be necessary to address the root cause. By treating the underlying problem, Dr. Malek Abu-Al-Nadi helps prevent recurrence and restores natural foot function and comfort.

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