Common Foot Problems and Their Symptoms

4. Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are patches of hardened skin on areas of the feet that experience a lot of friction between bone and shoe. The dead skin cells accumulate in the area, becoming thick and hard and often resulting in pain. Calluses form as a way of protecting the foot. The main causes of corns and calluses include shoes that are too small for your foot, high heels, abnormal walking motion, flat feet or high arches, and even obesity. Never attempt to cut off corns or calluses as it's dangerous and can worsen the condition. Effective treatment redistributes pressure away from the affected area with properly fitting shoes.