Calluses
Callus is a thickening of the skin. It can be hard, discoloured and can provide discomfort or pain. It can occur as a result of mechanical stresses placed on the foot from the ground.
Corns
There are different types of corns and can present on different areas of the foot. Some corns can be found in between the toes, in areas of high load/pressure and over bony areas. It can cause pain and may hurt on direct pressure. People often describe the feeling of a pebble in their shoe or a sharp pain that may make it hard to walk.
Corns and calluses can be a predisposition to ulceration and need to be managed. They require removal for maintaining normal skin integrity and reducing any pain. Some offloading measures may be taken to reduce the tissue load. Orthotics are a great way to redistribute the mechanical stresses and in managing pain.