The continual rubbing and friction on the foot causes callouses and corns. Under the ball of the foot, under and around the heel area, and under the big toe are the most common sites where callouses form. A corn is a type of callous that forms on the top and between the toes and has a hard central core.
Callouses and corns
What causes corns and calluses?
Wearing shoes that are too tight, thin, ill-fitting, or high-heeled can lead to callouses and corns. Excess callous and corns can be caused by foot disorders such as bunions and hammer toes, as well as arthrits. However, callous and corns are most usually caused by excessive pressure and friction caused by excessive pronation.
Treatment for corns and calluses
A podiatrist or pedicurist should remove callouses and corns professionally. IDEASTEP orthotics, designed by podiatrists, can help decrease or avoid the growth of callous and corns by re-aligning the foot biomechanically and minimizing excessive pressure and friction.
For callouses and corns, the following orthotics are recommended: For ordinary footwear, use IDEASTEP Casual orthotics or Comfort insoles. Catwalk for women’ trendy shoes by IDEASTEP.