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  • 1Institute of Orthopaedics, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, Middlesex.

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Corns and calluses result from pressure and friction due to improper footwear or foot mechanics. Conservative treatments like proper shoes and orthotics are usually effective, with surgery rarely needed.

Area of Science:

  • Podiatric Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Corns and calluses are common skin lesions.
  • They develop due to external pressure and friction.
  • Abnormal foot mechanics and high activity levels contribute to their formation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the causes and conservative management of corns and calluses.
  • To emphasize the role of footwear and biomechanics.
  • To define the indications for surgical intervention.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on the etiology and treatment of corns and calluses.
  • Analysis of conservative management strategies including footwear modification and orthoses.
  • Evaluation of surgical indications for recalcitrant cases.

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Main Results:

  • Inappropriate footwear, abnormal foot mechanics, and high activity levels are primary causes.
  • Conservative management, including proper footwear, orthoses, and debridement, is typically effective.
  • Lesions resolve when causative mechanical forces are eliminated.

Conclusions:

  • Most corns and calluses can be successfully managed non-surgically.
  • Addressing underlying biomechanical issues and footwear is crucial for resolution.
  • Surgery is reserved for specific cases aimed at correcting mechanical stress.