Corns
and calluses are thickening skin that develop in the areas of
pressure. A corn is a hard thickening of the skin usually located on
the outer surface of the little toe or on the upper surface of the
other toes. It appears as a cone shaped mass pointing down into the
skin. A callus is more common on the toes, but can also occur under
the ball of the foot.
Pressure continually being applied to an area will develop this
thickening of the skin. Corns and calluses are the body's natural
way of protecting the area, but too much of this protective covering
can become painful.It is very common for corns and calluses to
appear where the footwear that is being worn is too tight; or due to
an abnormal gait, this can apply pressures to other areas of the
foot. Hammer toes are a very common condition where the tops
of the bent toes rub onto the tops of the shoes and where the bottom
of the toe is striking the ground. This condition is very
prone to corns and calluses and is one of the most painful foot
problems.
When the pressure is removed from an area, then the body will cease
it's skin thickening process.
Because
ProOrthotics™
Dynamic Orthotic Arch Supports™ align the bones of the feet,
they can correct some biomechanical abnormalities that can be prone
to create corns and calluses. Also, with the metatarsal lift on these
insoles, this alleviates the majority of the pressure that would
normally be applied to the ball of the foot, that can cause painful
calluses. Proper footwear is also essential in the success of pain
free feet.
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At Hants White, LLC / ProOrthotics, LLC we do not
diagnose, prescribe or fill prescriptions.
For serious foot related problems, please consult
your physician.
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the clients’ sole discretion.
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