Dry corns are coarsening of the skin, which most often occurs due to wearing uncomfortable shoes, as well as improper care of the feet. Most often they appear on the legs between the toes. Sensations, of course, are not the most pleasant. As a result, it makes walking difficult and causes severe pain in the affected areas. At each step, an additional, albeit minor, but painful injury is applied. If dry calluses are improperly treated or not treated at all, infection can occur, which causes more serious consequences. The little fingers of the feet suffer more, since the skin here is very delicate, and when walking, they are constantly in contact with the shoes. Consider how to treat dry callus on the toe and how to prevent its appearance.
How to treat
By itself, treating corns is not such a complicated process. Important in a timely manner
tackle this issue. Do not put off until later. After all, fresh damage is much easier to get rid of than dried up. For the
treatment of dry callus, various methods are used, among which:
- Drug therapy.
- Help from a qualified professional.
- Recipes of traditional medicine and more.
What medications can I use
If dry callus has formed on the finger, then the skin around it should be treated with salicylic acid. This drug dissolves part of the corn itself. However, you should not use salicylic acid for those who suffer from diabetes and poor blood circulation. Also, this method is not suitable for those with delicate and sensitive skin. We list the means, which include salicylic acid:
- Applicators
- Pads.
- Drops.
- Patch.
Should I use a patch
To remove skin seals and corns, you can use a special patch from dried corns. It softens and gently removes warts.
callus, etc. Among the components of such a product are those that have wound healing, sterilizing, analgesic, antiseptic and antifungal effects, eliminate damage and corns, as well as itching.
The composition of the patch includes:
- Lamb fat, wax, petroleum jelly.
- 40 mg of phenol.
- 780 mg of salicylic acid.
How does the patch work
The components of the patch penetrate the upper layer of the skin. Medicinal substances dissolve and color it red. Over the course of three 3 days, dead tissues gradually peel off, and new ones form in their place.
It is worth noting that the patch from dry corns helps exfoliate dead skin on the heels, feet and fingers.
Indications for use of the patch and contraindications
Such a remedy can be used to heal such formations as:
- Warts.
- Heel spur.
- Dry corn with a kernel.
- Corns.
This drug is not recommended for use by nursing mothers and pregnant women.
to women. Do not apply on open cracks and wounds. You should not use such a medicine for people who are allergic to certain components of the patch. If the drug has changed its physicochemical properties, then treating them with corns and dry corns is strictly prohibited.
If pain occurs during the use of this agent, then therapy should be discontinued and resumed only after a week.
How is the patch applied
Before sticking the patch, thoroughly rinse the area of rough or damaged skin, wipe it dry. After this, it is necessary to remove the protective film and apply the product on dry corn. One patch can be used for 24 hours. After this time, it should be replaced by repeating the procedure. Corn and dry corns can be steamed a little to enhance the effect. The result appears on the 3rd day.
Folk remedies
There are several recipes for traditional medicine that allow you to quickly and
effectively eliminate dry callus. Consider how to treat dry callus on the toe with folk remedies.
Compresses at hand
To get rid of dry corns, you can do compresses. On the problem area, where it hurts a lot, you can put a compress of crushed garlic and lard. It is advisable to carry out the procedure before going to bed. It should be applied until the corn is completely gone. Instead of lard and garlic, you can use lemon peel or aloe leaves.
To a sore spot, you can attach prunes boiled in milk. Also a good remedy against dry calluses is a compress from herbs. With such treatment, it is better to use, for example, coltsfoot, bitter wormwood, plantain. Of course, it is better to apply fresh herbs. If this is not possible, then dry raw materials can be steamed a little. Then make a compress out of it.
If the dry corn on the finger is fresh, it will help get rid of the crumb lotion. To prepare it, you need to take the soft part of the roll, moisten it in vinegar and apply to the affected area of the skin.
Poultice from ivy, dandelion juice and calendula infusion have excellent healing properties.
Replace the crumb of bread with ordinary potatoes. It must be cleaned and pulverized. Before applying the compress, it is best to steam your feet in a warm bath. And then apply the remedy of traditional medicine. After applying, the compress must be fixed with a bandage or adhesive.
Onion Dry Callus Treatment
An excellent remedy is onion. It allows you to bring almost any dry
corns. You can treat damage or roughness of the skin by applying onion flakes to the problem area. Previously, it should be soaked for 24 hours in vinegar. The application must be carried out in the evening and in the morning, since it is necessary to treat dry callus on the toe quickly, without starting the problem. For greater effect, you can use the husk of onions. However, it needs to be soaked for at least 14 days. This tool allows you to get rid of dry corns on the toes and between them, including on the little finger.
Oil callus treatment
Cure on the little finger can be done with ordinary vegetable oil. However, it is worth considering that this tool helps only in the early stages. You should not start the problem, since treating dry callus on the toe is not very simple. If the callus has already formed, then to remove it, you can take a normal sock, steam it in vegetable oil and put it on your leg. In such a bandage, it is necessary to hold the affected area throughout the night. If necessary, the procedure should be repeated several more times.
If you have chosen one of the treatment methods, then you should stick to it until the dry callus disappears. If you do not follow this rule, you may experience
additional problems.
Dry Callus Prevention
So that dry calluses are often not disturbed, preventive measures must be taken. Gel can be applied to problem areas, which is sold in the form of a pencil. Only comfortable shoes should be worn, and in problem areas it is better to put soft insoles and pads that will protect delicate skin from excessive pressure.
Remember that self-medication does not always benefit. Therefore, when dry calluses occur, it is better to immediately seek help from specialists. After all, improper treatment can only aggravate the situation and cause infection.