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Home Remedies for Corns on Feet that Works

By on March 10, 2017

Your feet carry the weight of your whole body. Little issues related to your feet become a cause of discomfort. One of the common foot problems is corns on the feet.

Here is our article to provide you a complete knowledge about the foot corns, their cause, and home remedies to get rid of them fast.

Home Remedies for Corns on Feet that Works

Home Remedies for Corns on Feet that Works

What are Corns on the Feet

Corns may be defined as painful and irritating hard patches of the dead skin cells occurring on glabrous or thin skin surface. They are commonly seen on the dorsal surface toes. They may also be seen on the fingers, but are common on the feet. They are formed in the response to the friction, stress or pressure.

What are the Symptoms of Corns on the Feet

The identifying symptoms of foot corn are rough and thick skin. They appear as raised bumps and there is a pain on pressing them. While walking or standing corns cause discomfort.
Symptoms of Corns on the Feet

Symptoms of Corns on the Feet

What are the Causes of Corns on the Feet

As discussed above corns on feet are caused due to friction or pressure. They usually develop on the bony feet because of the lack of cushioning. Common causes are wearing poorly fitted shoes, due to other foot problems such as hammer toe or bunion, damaged sweat glands, warts, and scars. People suffering from diabetes may also suffer from corn due to the poor blood flow to their feet.

How can you Treat Corns on the Feet

Corn is not a disease, but a symptom of some underlying issue. Thus, you need to first treat the cause to manage it. The most important thing you need to do is to reduce the pressure. Try changing your shoe. And if you are diabetic or suffering from other circulation problem do consult your doctor for proper treatment.

Treat Corns on the Feet

Treat Corns on the Feet

There are over the counter treatments such as corn plaster or creams available in the pharma shops. But again, they won’t treat the cause. Also, most of these products contain salicylic acid that increases irritation and discomfort.

Below we have a list of home remedies to treat corns on the feet. Do have a look at them and try the one that is easily available to you.

Home Remedies for Corns on the Feet

1. Baking Soda

Baking soda is a powerful exfoliator. It removes dead skin cells and promotes healing. It is antibacterial and antifungal and also keeps infection at bay.

Baking Soda

Baking Soda

Take 3 tablespoons of baking soda. Add it to a small tub of warm water. Soak your feet in this solution. After 15 minutes with the help of a pumice, stone rub your feet and remove the dead skin cells.

Alternatively, mix baking soda with lemon juice to make a paste and apply it to the corn. Leave it overnight. Repeat this until the corn dries.

2. Garlic

Garlic being a natural antioxidant can be used to treat corns of feet. Take a clove of garlic. Cut it into two halves and rub it over the corn. Leave it overnight. In the morning wash your feet with lukewarm water. Repeat this until you get the results.

3. White Vinegar

It is a tested home remedy to remove foot corns and has been effective most of the time. Being antibacterial and antifungal it also reduces the chances of infection.

White Vinegar

White Vinegar

Mix one part of the vinegar to 3 parts of water and apply it to the corn. Cover the corn with a bandage and leave it overnight. In morning remove the thick dead skin cells with a pumice stone. Repeat this until corn disappears.

4. Pineapple

The enzymes present in the pineapple softens the corns and helps you to get rid of them. Apply pineapple juice to the affected part and cover with a bandage. Repeat this for a few nights and the corn will fall in a few days.

Pineapple

Pineapple

5. Lemon

Lemon contains citric acid. It softens the skin and makes the corn to fall. Squeeze a lemon and extract its juice. Apply this juice to the affected part and let it dry. Repeat this 3 times in a day. In a few days, you will get satisfactory results.

Preventive measures to keep Corns on the Feet at bay

1. Wash your feet and apply foot cream to moisturize it daily.
2. Use foot file and pumice stone regularly and remove the hard skin. But dry pumice stone after each use.
3. Wear footwear that is comfortable and properly fits.

Preventive measures to keep corns on the feet at bay

Preventive measures to keep corns on the feet at bay

4. Notice frequent rubbing sensation. Do not take them lightly and identify the cause of friction or pressure.
5. Apply foot pads to the sensitive areas.
6. Maintain foot hygiene. Wash them daily and dry them properly.
7. Make sure to trim your toenails at regular interval.
Home remedies for corns on feet are the best way to get rid of them. But if you experience severe soreness better meet your doctor as it may require surgical intervention.

Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta
Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta:  Professionally a homeopathic doctor and a dietician Dr. Ritu Kumari Gupta is passionate about writing health and parenting blogs. She believes in holistic approach towards health and well being.
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