Verruca Care & Management
What is a Verruca?
Verrucas (plantar warts) are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). They are often found on the soles of the feet and can become painful, especially if they develop in high-pressure areas like the heel or the ball of the foot. Because they are viral, they can be stubborn and often require a series of treatments to stimulate the body's immune response.
Our Approach to Treatment
At Bespoke Feet, I provide a professional clinical environment to manage verrucas safely. I focus on reducing the discomfort they cause and using topical treatments to encourage the skin to clear.
1. Clinical Debridement (Preparation)
The most important step is removing the overlying hard skin (callus) that often covers a verruca. Using sterile, professional tools, I carefully debride the area. This immediately reduces the pressure and pain when walking and allows any topical treatments to reach the virus more effectively.
2. Targeted Topical Treatment
I use professional-grade topical applications (such as Verrutop) which are designed to dehydrate the viral tissue.
- The Process: Treatment typically requires a course of up to 6 applications, spaced apart to monitor progress.
- Home Care: Success is a partnership! To get the best results, patients are required to follow a simple home-care routine, such as applying surgical spirit twice daily between appointments to keep the area dry.
3. Assessment & Referral
Every verruca is different. During your initial consultation, we will discuss whether treatment is the right path for you—sometimes, if a verruca is not painful, the best approach is to let the body resolve it naturally.
Prevention & Hygiene
To prevent the spread of the virus:
- Avoid sharing towels or footwear.
- Wear flip-flops in communal showers or changing rooms.
- Avoid picking or scratching the verruca.
Take the first step toward comfort
Whether you need the pain reduced through professional debridement or want to start a course of treatment, I’m here to help.
- Mobile Visits: Across Harrogate & Knaresborough.
- In-Salon: Saturdays at Mandies Hair and Beauty, King’s Rd.
Book your Verruca Assessment: 07404814399.