Hard
Skin
(Callus)
INTRODUCTION
Callus occurs
due to hyperkeratosis. Hyperkeratosis is the thickening of the skin
due to pressure. Callus can occur over bony prominence, on the ball
of the foot or on the heel. Callus often occur due to prolonged standing
and may result in chronic pain. A callus appears as yellow
or dark brown discolored skin. Click
here to view callus picture.
SYMPTOMS
- Pain on weight
bearing, relieved by rest.
- A hard growth
of skin, usually on the ball of the foot.
- Increase discomfort
in thin soled shoes or high heeled shoes.
CAUSES
- Prolonged
standing
- Obesity
- High heeled
shoes
- Surgery to
the lower extremities.
- Bunions
- Mal-aligment
of the metatarsal bones (the bone structure of the sole of the foot)
- Flat feet
and high arched feet
- Abnormalities
of gait (walking)
TREATMENT
- Click on the
below image to cure this condition.
- Apply a moisturizing
cream twice daily.
- Use pumice
stone to reduce the thickness of the hard skin.
- Avoid high
heeled shoes or thin soled shoes
- Buy shoes with
a good shock absorbing sole
- Never try
to pare down the hard skin your self with a razor blade or a pair
of scissors.
Dr
Foot Recommends
Review: Gone
are the days of callus and rough skin.
The metatarsal pad
provides cushioning and support for hard skin. Flexitol heel balm
softens hard skin on the foot and can be used anywhere on the foot.
Patients have reported
relief of symptoms within 14 days of using these two products.


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