What we need to know about Corns?
Corns appears as a thick, dense, tough or hard skin which is caused due to recurrent friction, constant strain, repeated rubbing and skin pressure. It is mostly on feet, toes, hands and fingers.

What are the types of Corns?
It is of 3 types:

Hard Corns –
Small and tender
Occurs on top of toes

Soft corns –
Whitish or grayish
Soft Occurs between toes

Seed corns –
Small in size
Occurs on feet bottom

What are the causes of Corns?
Ill fitted shoes
Repetitive Pressure
Prolong running , walking and standing
Constant friction
Improper walking technique
Smoking
Wearing footwears without socks

What are the symptoms of Corn?
Skin thickness
Roughness over skin
Hard bumps on skin
Dryness
Painful
tender skin
A thick, rough area of skin
Redness
Blisters
Skin burning

What are effective measures to treat Corns?
Keep foot into warm water
Clear feet with pumice stone
Apply moisturiser
Wear foot shaped shoes
Wear socks with shoes
Use pads for soles
Trim toe nails
Corn if painful apply ice
Do not cut corn