Plantar Warts/papillomas/verru

Plantar warts are caused by an infection of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) . This virus is usually not dangerous but can cause pain and discomfort in the feet. They can grow in all areas of your feet not necessarily pressure areas. Being a virus, plantar warts are contagious and can be picked up when walking bare feet in showers, gym change rooms, or communal swimming pools.

Treatment commonly  involves the use of Salicylic Acid or Liquid Nitrogen (Cyrotherapy) depending  on the size of the wart and the number of warts present. There are also another forms of treatment that can be discussed with our podiatrist who will be able to assess what treatment is best suited for you.