Dry corns, which have the appearance of vast areas of thickened skin on the feet, are popularly called corns. What are the reasons for their appearance? What do corns look like on legs? How to treat the feet with the development of the pathological process? You can find answers to such questions by reading our publication.
Causes
The corns on the sole of the feet can form under the influence of the following factors:
- Wearing tight, squeezing shoes, which creates uneven loads on individual sections of tissues and interferes with normal blood circulation.
- Increased sweating of the legs.
- The consequences of the transferred foot fungus.
- Failures of metabolic processes in the body.
- The development of diabetes mellitus, the presence of significant excess weight.
- Consequences of professional activity (ballerinas, athletes).
- The formation of flat feet.
Clinical picture
At the initial stage, under the influence of structural changes in the tissues of the skin of the foot, small swelling and inflammation occur. Over time, on the affected area, the epidermis becomes denser, acquiring a pronounced yellow tint. The surface of the skin at the site of the formation of corns becomes rough. Sometimes cracks form on the skin outgrowth, a peeling effect is observed. The sensitivity of the tissues here is markedly reduced. During walking, pronounced discomfort makes itself felt. Without proper therapy, corns grows larger and becomes covered by deeper cracks.
Cryotherapy
How are corns on the sole of the feet treated? An excellent solution is the treatment of problem areas with liquid nitrogen. It is advisable to apply the technique in cases where there are significant layers of rough skin. During therapy, the doctor applies a special composition to the affected epidermis, which destroys pathological tissues under the influence of extremely low temperature. After some time, the coarsened structures of the epidermis soften, and liquid accumulates inside. The corns are thinning. The skin gradually returns to normal and compares with the adjacent healthy areas of the epidermis.
Cryotherapy is a painless technique. However, during the rehabilitation period, there is a chance of tissue infection. When recovering from the procedure, it is important to regularly treat problem areas with disinfectants, as well as be careful about the hygienic care of the feet.
Laser therapy
Another painless highly effective solution for combating corns is laser excision of such outgrowths on the skin of the feet. The advantage of the solution is the absence of bleeding. In addition, laser exposure to tissues protects against the development of infections.
How to treat corns on the sole with a laser? The essence of the procedure consists in exposure to coarsened skin areas with high-frequency light radiation. The result is "evaporation" of the local tissue fluid. The structure of dead cells is destroyed, the epidermis becomes more pliable. The skin on corns becomes elastic and is gradually smoothed with adjacent areas.
It is worth noting that laser removal of outgrowths on the skin of the feet is not the cheapest procedure. However, in most cases, the complete elimination of the problem occurs within one session and does not require repeated exposure to corns formation sites.
Hardware pedicure
How to treat corns? One of the most affordable, gentle methods is hardware pedicure. First, the beautician disinfects the skin on the problem area with antiseptic agents. Next, coarsened skin is removed in layers using a special apparatus, which is a kind of dental drill. Depending on the degree of tissue damage, coarse-grained or fine-grained nozzles are used.
The main advantage of the technique is the absence of pain. During the procedure, the probability of infection of tissues is excluded. The effectiveness of the application of the method in a particular case depends on the severity of the problem. In some situations, the trouble cannot be eliminated in one session, which requires repeated processing of corns.
"Super Antimozolin"
How to treat corns with medications? One of the best options is the use of Super Antimozolin balm. Lactic acid and urea in the composition of the drug produce a pronounced moisturizing effect on the rough skin. The epidermis acquires an elastic structure, after which it is cleaned off with pumice or cosmetic tools without any problems. The product has a refreshing plant aroma, which allows you to get rid of bad smell.
If corns formed, how to treat the feet with Super Antimozolin balm? The product is applied to pre-cleaned, disinfected skin. At the end of the procedure, hands are washed thoroughly to prevent the composition from getting into healthy skin and mucous membranes. Completely remove corns makes it possible to perform therapy for several weeks.
Bensalitin
Treatment of corns on the soles at home can be done using Bensalitin ointment. The main active ingredients in the composition of the drug are benzoic and salicylic acids. These components perfectly soften the skin, have a disinfecting effect on the tissue.
How to treat corns with Bensalitin? The ointment is applied in a thin layer to cleansed skin. A gauze compress is applied on top or a problem patch is covered with a medical plaster. The procedure is repeated after several hours. Therapy is continued until the coarse epidermis is softened so that it can be removed using cosmetic tools.
Onion
A proven method is the use of folk remedies for corns on the basis of onions. What is the therapy? A large onion is peeled, cut into several parts and poured with vinegar. The product is sent for 2-3 days in a dark place. After passing the specified period, take a slice of onion and lay on the place of formation of corns. The site is rewound with a gauze bandage and put on over the sock. The procedure is performed at night. After waking, the compress is removed. Softened skin is treated with pumice. Therapy is continued daily until the coarsened area of the skin is completely smoothed out with the surrounding healthy epidermis.
Celandine
Celandine is another effective folk remedy for corns. The burning juice of the plant makes it possible to soften and disinfect the skin qualitatively. For treatment, take a bunch of fresh celandine. The grass is passed through a meat grinder. The resulting mass is applied to the corns before going to bed, pre-treating the surrounding areas with petroleum jelly to prevent burns of a healthy epidermis. The foot is wrapped in plastic wrap and put on top of the sock. The procedure is performed every day until the dead skin becomes so elastic that it can be processed in any way possible.
Aloe
Using aloe on the foot will allow the use of aloe. It is advisable to use an old houseplant for these purposes. To perform the therapy, a large bottom sheet is torn off, cut lengthwise and pulp is applied to the problem area. Rewind the foot with a bandage. The compress is left overnight. In the morning, the skin is washed under warm running water. After a qualitative softening of the skin, keratinized structures are removed with a cosmetic file or pumice.
Soda and soap
A good way to eliminate corns on the feet is to perform healing baths based on baking soda and soap. How is the treatment performed? In two liters of boiled water, 2-3 tablespoons of soda and a similar amount of soap crushed on a grater are dissolved. The composition is poured into the basin. The feet are immersed here and held for 30-40 minutes. Then the softened corns are gently rubbed with pumice. The problem area is lubricated with a nourishing cream.
Finally
As you can see, there are many effective methods for dealing with corns on the feet. To prevent this from happening, it’s important to wear comfortable shoes that are made from pliable materials and are sized for your feet. It is also worth giving preference to socks made of natural fabrics, which will avoid sweating feet. Careful skin care is also important, in particular, performing hot baths after prolonged standing, removing the keratinized layer of the epidermis with pumice, cosmetic tools, treating foot creams with a soothing effect.