Corns and calluses are hard, painful areas of skin that often develop on the feet in response to pressure or friction.
They are more common among people who wear ill-fitting shoes, have sweaty feet, and those who stand for long periods each day.
Warts are small growths that usually appear on the heels or other weight-bearing areas of your feet. This pressure may also cause plantar warts to grow inward beneath a hard, thick layer of skin (callus).
The fungi grow best in warm, moist places such as shoes, socks, swimming pools, locker rooms, and public showers. It happens more often in people who wear tight shoes, who don’t change their sweaty socks, and who use public baths and pools.
Nail fungus is a common condition that begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the fungal infection goes deeper, nail fungus may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and crumble at the edge.
Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. Ingrown toenails usually affect your big toe.
We specialize in advanced foot care, diabetic foot management and wound care. We are delighted to welcome both returning and new clients to Advance FootCare Clinic, proudly serving the communities of Acton and Kitchener, Ontario.