Corn Treatment in Stourbridge
Comfortable Procedures for Corn Removal
Specialised Corn Treatment at Cambrian Chiropody. We can offer fast effective pain relief and can even offer you advice about getting rid of them permanently.
Corns and hard skin (Callus) can be extremely painful for patients. At times patient describe it as walking on stones and being very sore. We can help! We can offer fast effective pain relief and can even offer you advice about getting rid of them permanently.
What Causes Corns and How to Prevent Them
Corns form when repeated friction or pressure irritates the skin, causing it to thicken as a protective response. Common causes include:
- Ill-fitting shoes or high heels that pinch or rub the toes
- Long periods of walking or standing on hard surfaces
- Poorly fitting socks that bunch or rub
- Foot deformities such as bunions or hammer toes
- Certain high-impact or repetitive activities
Corns typically develop over bony areas, like the tops or sides of toes, where skin is under constant pressure.
Prevention tips:
- Wear supportive, well-fitting shoes with adequate toe room
- Choose cushioned, well-fitting socks to reduce friction
- Keep skin moisturised to prevent dryness and cracking
- Address underlying posture or alignment issues
- Visit a podiatrist for orthotics or protective padding tailored to your needs
Professional podiatry care not only removes corns safely but also helps prevent recurrence—keeping your feet healthy and pain-free.
Our Corn Removal Techniques – What to Expect
At Cambrian Chiropody, we provide gentle, precise, and effective corn removal for instant relief. Our process includes:
- Skilled scalpel technique – We carefully enucleate the corn (remove it from the root) by trimming its edges and lifting it from the surrounding skin.
- Pain-free procedure – Because corns only affect the upper skin layers where there are no nerve endings, treatment is usually completely painless.
- Preventive measures – We may apply protective padding or recommend custom orthotics to reduce pressure points.
- Specialised options – For certain patients, we offer dermal filler injections to reduce high-pressure areas and prevent recurrence.
Most patients leave the clinic with immediate comfort and noticeably smoother skin. Regular follow-ups help ensure your feet stay free from corns.
Tips for Managing Corns at Home Between Appointments
While professional removal is the safest option, you can help manage corns between visits by:
- Moisturising daily to prevent dry, hard skin buildup
- Wearing comfortable, spacious footwear to reduce rubbing
- Avoiding self-treatment with sharp tools, which can cause injury or infection
- Using protective pads or cushions to ease pressure when walking
- Seeking prompt podiatry care if you notice pain, swelling, redness, or signs of infection
Regular podiatry check-ups ensure safe, effective treatment and help you maintain healthy, comfortable feet year-round.
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Corn FAQs
A corn is a small, localized area of hard, thickened skin that develops due to consistent pressure or friction on a specific spot, often over a bony prominence such as a toe joint.
A callus, on the other hand, is a larger, broader area of thickened skin caused by repeated pressure spread over a wider surface—commonly on the soles of the feet.
Both are the skin’s natural protective response to pressure, but they can cause discomfort or pain if left untreated. Professional podiatry treatment ensures safe removal and prevention advice.
A typical corn removal appointment at Cambrian Chiropody takes up to 30 minutes. This includes assessment, gentle removal using specialist techniques, and personalised advice on preventing recurrence.
In most cases, corn removal is not painful. Some patients may experience a mild pressure sensation during treatment rather than sharp pain. Our podiatrists use precise, gentle techniques to ensure maximum comfort.
Yes, corns can return if the underlying cause—usually pressure from footwear or certain activities—remains. Regular podiatry visits, orthotic support, and appropriate footwear can significantly reduce the risk of recurrence.
Yes, absolutely. At Cambrian Chiropody in Stourbridge, we treat corns caused by bunions and other foot deformities. These issues often result from a combination of gait mechanics (the way you walk) and footwear pressure.
We can:
- Adjust your gait using custom orthotics to redistribute pressure
- Manually remove the corn for immediate relief
- Provide footwear advice to prevent future problems