We all had that area on our feet or hands with rough and thickened skin. That’s called Calluses and it develops from repeated pressure or friction.
Calluses are not harmful and they are painless. In cases when they press the nerve endings or when they are associated with blisters you can feel pain. Also if they are very thick and you have a lot of weight you can feel pain.
Corns on the other hand are callus-like growths with a yellow color and they grow on the top of the toes. Usually, when your feet rub with your shoes you get them. If rubbing is often done, corn will become inflamed, red, and very painful. They can be cured simply with self-care.
Reasons why you get corns and calluses can be:
- Heavy manual labor
- Gripping heavy tools
- Walking barefoot
- Ill-fitting or new shoes
How can you prevent corns and calluses?
Simply soak your feet or hands in warm water and add salt to the water. Stay like that for fifteen minutes and after that dry your hands or feet carefully. Apply moisturizer and use a pumice stone in a side-to-side motion to remove the corn or callus. Many people claim that you can try homeopathy.
Maybe it’s a little bit longer process but it cures. There is also a way to prevent corns and calluses with vinegar and cotton. Soak the cotton in vinegar and apply it to the affected area. Usually, it takes 5 days for your corns or calluses to be cured.
Prevention
Always use comfortable footwear that is wide for your toes. If you are a woman avoid pointed shoes and high heels.
Always wear gloves if you are working with heavy or large tools. Be sure to take breaks if your manual labor is too long.
Always use moisturizing cream to soften the skin.