- About this resource
- What is podiatry?
- How can a podiatrist help?
- When you should consult a podiatrist
- Foot terminology
- Foot problems
- Categories of foot problem
- The most common foot problems
- Achilles problems
- Ankle problems
- Ball and arch problems
- Common injuries
- Deformities
- Foot diseases
- Heel problems
- Skin and nails
- Toe problems
- Vascular/Nerve problems
- Caring for your feet
- Rare or unusual problems
- Treatments and therapies
- Diagnostic technologies
- Orthotics
- Surgery
- Therapies
- Fitness and feet
- Footwear
- Fun foot facts
- Quick reference
- Useful links
Corns and calluses
Corns and calluses are one of the most common conditions seen in a foot clinic. Basically, they’re really just the formation of hard and thickened areas of skin at places of excess pressure and friction - one of the body’s protection mechanisms. But while this protection mechanism often does just what it says on the tin – protect the body – it can also become problematic.
To read about the difference between corns and calluses, and their treatment and prevention, click here.