In the office, a podiatrist can easily remove larger corns with a surgical blade, if necessary. "They can use the blade to carefully shave away the thickened, dead skin without needing to numb or inject the area," explains Meghan Arnold, DPM, a St. Louis, MO podiatrist.
How do chiropodist get rid of corns?
A foot specialist, such as a podiatrist, may be able to offer treatments such as:
- cutting away the corn or callus.
- patches to help soften the hard skin so it can be removed.
- specially made soft pads or insoles to take pressure off the painful area of your foot.
Does it hurt to have a corn removed?
After your corn removal surgery, you may feel throbbing, aching, burning, or even numbness in your foot. Your surgeon may recommend that you elevate your foot above the level of your heart for at least 48 hours after your surgery. This will aid with pain relief and minimize the swelling after surgery.
