Skin & pressure / Calluses and corns
Calluses & Corns: Understanding Pressure and Friction
Calluses and corns are areas of thickened skin that develop in response to pressure or rubbing. They can occur where shoes press against the foot or where pressure builds during standing and walking.
How Do Calluses and Corns Differ?
Corns tend to be small, concentrated areas of hard skin. Calluses usually form broader patches of thickened skin. Either may become uncomfortable, but not every area of hard skin causes symptoms.
The position of the pressure and the fit of your shoes matter. A podiatrist can assess painful or recurring areas and advise on skin care and footwear.
General information: NHS — Corns and calluses.
Support starts with the individual
Insoles and Pressure Distribution
Appropriate cushioning, pads, or insoles may help reduce pressure on a painful area, depending on where it is and how the footwear fits. Insoles do not remove corns or calluses, and cannot guarantee they will not return.
Insole 3D uses individual foot measurements to inform a personalized digital design before 3D printing. Professional assessment can help determine whether an insole is suitable for a particular pressure area or skin problem.
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Take a closer look at our personalized insole design and consider it alongside advice about skin care and shoe fit.
Do not cut corns or calluses yourself. If you have diabetes or poor circulation, seek professional care rather than self-treatment. Bleeding, discharge, or severe pain also needs assessment.