2. Corn occurs when due to pressure the skin thickens
l o c a l l y. G e n e r a l l y, t h e y d e v e l o p o n t h e t o p p a r t o f t h e
toes due to pressure from shoes. They also occur around
the soles of the feet and between the toes. Some corns
get entwined with skin nerves and cause much pain. One
can experience much pain in case there is swelling and
inflammation around the corn. Shoes that do not properly
fit on the feet can cause corns.
Corns are in different colors ranging from
yellow, brown, white and ray depending upon what type
the skin is. They do cause much discomfort and can affect
the appearance of the foot. If pushed they can cause a
dull ache or pain. Why do corns occur?
3. Causes of Foot Corn
Tight fitting shoes can cause corns.
Stitch or seam inside the shoe may rub against the toe.
Abnormality in walking.
Bunions and hammertoes. These can cause rubbing of the foot,
while wearing shoes.
When surgery is carried out to the lower extremities.
Wearing sandals without socks can create problems. Socks
should fit properly.
Not using gloves while working can cause corns on hands.
4. Foot Corn Treatment
To treat the corn on foot fast one could apply tea tree oil and alcohol free goldenseal extract on the affected part. This will
control the infection from spreading and will speed up the healing process
One could also use the compress made out of hot epsom salts
Medicated pads helps to get rid of foot corns fast but there is a danger of allergic reaction too. Medicated pads are aggressive in
nature due to which it might attack the good tissues
Avoid tight fitting hosiery or shoes.
Make use of a pumice stone to make the corn less thick.
Make use of silicon pads to reduce the pain and prevent the corn from occurring.
Do not make us of corn plasters. They affect the health of the skin.
Diabetics need to avoid treating corns on their own as it can lead to infection.
Acid preparations are here to reduce corns. Diabetic need to avoid acid preparations.
One should wear comfortable shoes.
Apple cider vinegar can be also useful .One need to soak a cloth in vinegar and toe throughout the day. The corn will come off by
its root.
Touch the corn with castor oil.
Soak the foot in warm water. Tie up the inside of the lemon peel over the corn overnight. Within three days the corn will come
off.
In case, corns reappear despite taking the above mentioned precaution, one must consult a podiatrist.
Surgery need to be considered only if the condition is very serious.
Feet need to be kept free from dirt.
Avoid wearing shoes indoors.
Wear shoes with extra padding.
5. Home remedies for foot corns
Grind three to four liquorice sticks and add half teaspoonful sesame oil
or mustard oil to it. Smear the corn with this mixture before going to
bed and leave it overnight. Wash it off in the morning with tepid water
Tie up a freshly cut lemon slice on the sore area and leave it for the
night. It is a very good remedy for corn
Take half tsp of papaya juice and apply it over the dead skin of the foot.
Do these at least three times in a day and see the difference
Apply 1/2 a teaspoonful of the milky juice of green figs over the corns.
Leave it for about two hours. Apply this thrice a day for good results.
Soak the feet in baking soda and water. It will help you to dissolve the
corn
Grind the chalk into powder and make a thick paste. Apply it to the
affected area and see the magical results
Soak ivy leaves in the vinegar. Leave it overnight. Then mix a small piece
of bread in the vinegar and apply it to the affected area
Wear comfortable shoes and adjust your walking style to cure this
problem