Image via WikipediaIf you have ever had a hammertoe, chances are that you know what corns on your feet are. I’m sure most people have heard of the term “corns” when hearing about foot problems. While a corn is not a major problem, it can still be painful nonetheless. A corn is develops on a part of your foot that has constant pressure on that area. It is different than a callus on your foot because it has a harden material in the center of the corn, like a kernel of corn, hence the name. That hard center is what makes the corn painful, because it is constantly pushing on your foot, adding to the pressure that caused the corn in the first place. The pressure that causes the corn to form usually comes from the shoes that are being worn, and that’s why it’s common for people who had had hammertoes to have had corns also because the top of the curved part of the toe usually rubs continually against the top of the inside of the shoe. To treat a corn, it is best to see a podiatrist so that you can choose a treatment that is best for you. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Blaakman at Upstate Footcare. It’s best to get the corn looked at because while there are treatments you can get at the store, they might not work for you and Dr. Blaakman can help you find a treatment that will work. He can also help you find the cause of the corn so that it can be taken care of so that the corn will not return. If you have any questions, we’d love to talk to you! Give Upstate Footcare a call at 877-941-FEET (3338) or visit our website at www.upstatefootcare.com and contact us through there. Our goal at Upstate Footcare is to get you to enjoy walking...again!
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