If you frequently wear tight-fitting shoes or stand for the majority of your day, you may develop a hardened, painful lump known as a corn. Caused by frequent friction and pressure, corns typically have a yellow hue and form on the sides or tops of the toes, as well as on the bottom of the feet. Though they are generally harmless, corns can cause a significant amount of discomfort with every step.
Prevention and Routine Care To help prevent corns from developing, it’s important to wear shoes with a wide toe box that give your toes enough room to move comfortably. You may also find it useful to soak your feet in warm water, pat them dry, and apply a moisturizer to help soften the hardened skin. For stubborn or painful corns, our doctors can safely and professionally file them down in the office.
Advanced Solutions for Chronic Corns Often, a corn that repeatedly comes back is actually a symptom of an underlying bone deformity—such as a bunion or hammertoe—rubbing against the inside of your shoe. Sometimes a surgical solution is available to current underlying deformity. If you are struggling with chronic friction, our practice offers advanced surgical and non-surgical care for foot and ankle conditions.
By utilizing advanced techniques like minimally invasive surgery (MIS), we can permanently correct the complex structural issues causing the abnormal pressure in the first place. Whether your patients are dealing with chronic pain or complex structural issues, we provide expert, patient-centered care designed to restore mobility and improve quality of life.
Schedule an Appointment For professional removal of your corn or to discuss treating the root cause of your foot pain, please call Grand Haven Foot and Ankle today at 616-846-3400 for a personalized treatment plan.
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