Warts / Verrucaa Pedis 

​Understanding Warts/Verruca Pedis

Warts, or verruca pedis when found on the feet, are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). These small growths often appear on the soles of the feet, causing discomfort and, in some cases, pain. Warts are highly contagious and can be contracted through direct contact with the virus.

 

Common Signs and Symptoms

• Small, fleshy growths on the soles of the feet.

• Pain or tenderness when walking or standing.

• Black dots in the center of the wart, caused by small blood vessels.

• Clusters of warts, known as mosaic warts.

 

Swift Therapy: A Breakthrough in Wart Treatment

Our chiropodist recommends Swift Therapy as an advanced and effective method to eliminate warts. Swift Therapy employs microwave technology to deliver precise and controlled energy to the affected area, stimulating the body's immune response and accelerating the natural healing process. This innovative approach is non-invasive, quick, and has shown high success rates in resolving stubborn warts.

 

Key Benefits

• Speedy Results: Swift Therapy often requires fewer sessions compared to traditional wart treatments, providing faster and more efficient results.

• High Success Rates: Many patients experience complete resolution of their warts after undergoing Swift Therapy.

• No Downtime: Swift Therapy allows for immediate return to regular activities, making it a convenient option for individuals with busy lifestyles.

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Laser Wart Treatment

Laser Wart treatment includes the non-selective destruction of the epidermis, cauterizing tiny blood cells resulting in the absence of blood flow to the affected tissue. Eventually, the affected tissue without blood will fall off. This can usually be achieved in a single to very few treatments making it one of the quickest and most efficient treatments against plantar warts.

It is especially effective against those difficult warts that seem to never go away. Laser wart treatment can be done with or without the use of local anesthetic for patient comfort. Please contact us if you require any further information including costs.

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Surgical Excision

Surgical excision involves the complete removal of any present Verruca tissue. We freeze the affected area using a local anesthetic to ensure patient comfort. Any present wart tissue is removed leaving an open surgical site. A Chemical called Phenol is applied to the base of the excised wart, destroying any non-excised verruca tissue. The excised area is then treated until the foot fully heals and no evidence of a plantar wart remains.

For an excision to be successful all affected tissue must be removed, as such only certain patients will be a candidate for excision.

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Surgical Needling

Needling is a surgical procedure involving the repeated penetration of the base of the wart using a hollow needle. Following the freezing of the area using a local anesthetic, the wart is penetrated 100- 200 times with a small hollow needle. Needling causes the extensive destruction of keratinocytes and releases viral proteins into the subcutaneous tissue. This triggers a systematic immune response resulting in the resolution of not only the treated area but also satellite and distant warts. 

 

Salycidic Acid Treatment

Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid that is commonly used in skincare products and over-the-counter wart treatments. It works by softening the outer layer of the skin, making it easier to remove dead skin cells and gradually eliminate the wart.

Salicylic acid is available in various forms, including gels, liquids, and adhesive pads. Our chiropodists prescribe a topical solution for at-home patient application. This in combination with regular check-ins and debridement of the overlaying callus is a great option for those looking for a more patient-directed treatment plan.
 

Cantharidin Treatment​

Cantharone Treatments involve the application of a solution containing cantharidin; a blistering agent. Following the regular debridement of the overlaying callus, a small amount of the solution is applied directly to the wart bed. This causes the affected tissue to ‘lift’ away from the underlying tissue through blistering, the virus is contained within the blister, which is debrided at the following appointment. 

Following treatment, the area is bandaged and must be left dry for 24 hours following application. 

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