Coping with Corns?

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Coping with Corns?If you have corns - a thickening and hardening of the skin's surface layer with a deep-seated core or nucleation - you may be experiencing pain or discomfort when standing, walking or running. Usually caused by pressure or friction from shoes that do not fit properly, corns generally appear on the tops of the toes where they push up against shoes. However, they can appear at any site of continuous pressure on the foot. If you have corns, you should first make sure your shoes fit properly and avoid wearing socks or stockings that bind your feet too tightly. To deal with the pain that corns can cause, try the following:

Use an over-the-counter corn-removal solution. Use these with caution, as they often contain acids. Never use these solutions if you're diabetic or have any problem with diminished circulation in the feet. Use a pumice stone to reduce the thickness of a corn. Soak your feet prior to using it so that the corn is soft when you rub it. Use moleskin or other non-medicated pads to reduce the pressure and pain. If the above doesn't help, see a podiatrist or other health-care professional who treats foot problems. Discuss today's Tip in DrWeil.com's Community Boards –

 

 

 

 

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