Corns & Calluses Treatment | Oregon Institute of Foot Care

What Is The Difference Between A Corn And A Callus?

Corns and calluses are abnormal growths on the skin, usually caused by a pressure point. Typically, the growth is firm and is an extension of the top layer of skin. A corn is smaller than a callus and is seen on or between the toes, while a callus forms on the bottom of the foot.

What Causes Corns Or Calluses?

Corns often occur when there is a hammertoe or other toe deformity, where the toe rubs against the shoe or the next toe. The skin tries to protect itself by creating a thick layer of skin. However, when it is too thick, it is actually harming the healthy tissue underneath it. Calluses are common at the ball of the foot. They have many causes, such as a tight Achilles tendon, wearing high heels, walking barefoot, dancing, unfit shoes, anatomical variations (e.g., a long second toe), bunion, and many other reasons, including some medical conditions.

How Can I Treat Corns And Calluses At Home?

Unless the cause of the corn and callus is addressed, they will often grow back. Home care includes gentle exfoliation during a shower using a pumice stone regularly. Do not use a razor or pull on the excess skin, especially if you have diabetes, peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), or have circulation issues. This is how infections occur. Do not use any over-the-counter medicated products without consulting Dr. Manson. Using these products without supervision can make the issue worse.

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What Happens If You Ignore The Corn Or Callus?

If you ignore a corn or callus, you can experience a gradual increase in pain over time. Walking and wearing shoes will cause the corn or callus to worsen. A corn or callus can damage healthy skin underneath and lead to an infection, especially if you have diabetes, have peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), or have circulation issues. You should not ignore a corn or callus.

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Why Are Corns And Calluses Painful?

When the corns and calluses get thick, the pressure is damaging the skin underneath, causing pain.

What Are Other Treatments Available For Corn and Calluses?

The idea in treating the corn or callus is to reduce the pressure that is causing it. Choosing wider shoes, prescribed skin softeners (ex. urea, Amlactin), routine foot care, off-loading pads, and custom orthotics are usually the first line of treatment. Recent advancement in medicine has made many foot fillers, including fat allograft (Leneva® for corns and calluses), as a nonsurgical option for pain relief. Lastly, surgery may be considered in severe cases.

Healing and Recovery: What to Expect

Leneva injection recovery time is minimal, with most patients resuming light daily activities the same day. We advise avoiding high-impact activities or prolonged pressure on the treated area for two to three days to support optimal fat matrix integration.

Walking after foot fat grafting is encouraged soon after treatment, provided you wear stable, supportive footwear to protect the grafted area. For patients undergoing structural correction, Corn surgery recovery in Portland can be expected to take approximately 10–14 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do Leneva results last?

This varies, but because the graft provides a scaffold for your own cells, the new cushioning can last for several months to over a year. Periodic maintenance treatments may be recommended to preserve the protective padding under your metatarsals.

Corn removal vs. corn surgery: what is the difference?

Corn removal involves the painless paring of thickened skin, while surgery corrects the underlying bone protrusion. Dr. Manson determines the best approach based on whether the issue is a simple skin buildup or a structural deformity.

What is the cost of Leneva, and can I use insurance?

The cost of Leneva injections at our practice in Portland is $1,000 for 1.5 cc and $1,500 for 3 cc. While insurance for corn removal in Oregon often covers medically necessary surgical interventions, regenerative treatments like Leneva are typically direct-pay.

Can I use my HSA for podiatry services?

Patients frequently use an HSA to cover the cost of custom orthotics to manage out-of-pocket expenses for preventive biomechanical support. This allows for affordable podiatry in West Linn and the surrounding areas.

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