Charlottechicken Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 For as long as I can remember, I've had a corn on each little toe. They've not really bothered me that much but this year I've bought some new, higher shoes and find the corns are now rubbing. I think it's time for them to go, but I'm not sure how to get rid of them Any ideas? I'm sure someone referred to mine as soft corns many years ago, how that differs from a 'normal' corn I have no idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 They're a bit like verrucas in the removal department - over the counter remedies don't have much effect but getting them dug out by a chiropodist usually does. I'd be tempted to just keep them rubbed down with a pumice and wear more comfy shoes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I have the same thing. I occasionally use one of those corn/callous knife type thingies. You have to be pretty careful with them though . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryegg Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I only suffered once with my little toe. It was agony. On the advice of a friend I went to a foot woman, can't spell the proper name sorry and for quite a small sum she cut it off and told me to use a pumice stone once a week. This was about 10 years ago, I think it was £17 and i have not had a problem since. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Go to a chiropodist - or podiatrist as they sometimes seem to be called. They will remove them much more safely than you can, and virtually painlessly, and you'll be so much more comfortable. They are caused by tight shoes putting pressure on the skin, which builds up in a hard lump as a result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I agree, go to a proper chiropodist. You'll come out feeling as if you are walking on air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 I think that Scholl stores still have chiropodists in-store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoopsie Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 I agree with th chiropodist suggestion. I had a corn on my little toe a few years ago and never even felt it being removed! I don't think it was an expensive visit either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 I have stupid toes that curl up in shoes and can get corns on the top of my toes when wearing closed in shoes (I so don't won't to stop wearing my sandals yet!) I find these gel corn protector tubes really good at stopping my corns hurting and stopping them getting any worse. Superdrug do them as well a bit cheaper than Boots. http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Pharmaceuticals-Gel-Corn-Protector-1-Tube-_1132155/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted September 14, 2011 Author Share Posted September 14, 2011 Thanks for the useful replies! I think I might benefit from a visit to a chiropodist. Apart from Scholl stores, which is the best way of finding a chiropodist, and how much should I expect to pay (or is that a 'piece of string' question ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 I'd go on personal recommendation - ask around. Some only operate form their 'rooms', others in doctors' surgeries, some do home visits. I understand that there's one locally who uses the consultation room in a local pharmacy. Don't know about prices but I'd hazard around £30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted September 14, 2011 Share Posted September 14, 2011 Just make sure they are qualified - you can go to www.iocp.org to find one, or just Google 'chiropodist' and it should come up with some in your area, but I'd agree, personal recommendation is best. I pay £30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...