Callus and Corns

Symptoms Can Include:

  • A hardened, raised bump
  • Inflammation in the affected area
  • Often accompanied by pain on touching area
  • Dry, flakey or waxy skin in the area

Relationship to Body Structure and Behavior:

Pressure path on feet during stance phase will be on heel to toes

The path has to be continuous and smooth

Disruption of the smooth path will lead to accumulation of force at the point of weight support

Callus/Corn will develop where force accumulates without proper spread

Usually over a bony prominence upon force accumulation

Suggestions for Prevention:

Keratolytics and corn excision are not the best answers
Avoid tight shoes
Lift knee up while walking
Arm swing helps too
Watch your step

Callus and Corns