Things to know about Corn & Calluses
Corns and Calluses accumulate on hard and thick areas of the body, they can usually be spotted on one’s feet, hands, and fingers.
Athletes such as Soccer players can buildup a lot more Corn and Calluses compared to average people due to constant movement on the field. It is important to monitor the condition of calluses and have them removed by a Foot Care professional if increased in thickness.
Differentiate Between Corn & Callus
Corns
- Hard Corns: Small in size and very dense, they form in a larger area of skin that has been thickened.
- Soft Corns: Corns that are soft natured have a whitish/gray colour; they also entail a soft and rubbery texture and appear between the toes.
- Seed Corns: The Seed Corns are small in size and mainly form on the bottom of the feet.
CALLUSES
- They are patches of skin that have been hardened with an increased in thickness
- They are larger in size and have a wider range of shapes; also more spread out compared to Corns.
- Areas on the feet such as heel, big toe, the ball of the foot and along the side of it, are mainly affected by Calluses.
- To some degrees, Callus accumulation on the bottom of the foot is normal.
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