Warts (including plantar warts)

Warts are:

• benign growths that can appear on various parts of the body (hands, fingers, knuckles, elbows, knees, feet, and face)
• often painless however can become sensitive with friction or pressure
• can disappear on their own however some last many years and can be painful depending on location
• appearance: small, round bumps or clusters, that have a firm, rough texture. Can be raised or flat and vary in colour

Plantar Warts (Verrucae Plantaris):

• specifically occur on the soles of the feet
• usually flat, with a hard layer of thickened skin covering them and vary in size
• typically found on weight-bearing areas such as the heels or balls of the feet
• can cause pain/discomfort when walking or standing
• are highly contiguous

Treatment:

Treatment options for warts include:

• over-the-counter topical medications containing salicylic acid
• Cryotherapy: freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen
• SWIFT Microwave Wart Therapy – excellent for stubborn warts
• Surgical removal

Plantar Warts can be very stubborn to treat and may require multiple sessions or combinations of treatments to fully resolve. Even if treated successfully, the virus remains in the body meaning new lesions can develop.

SWIFT Microwave Wart Therapy at Merewether Podiatry Foot & Ankle Clinic

Merewether Podiatry is a SWIFT Microwave Therapy certified practice, with non-invasive treatments conducted from the comfort of our clinic.

SWIFT Microwave Wart Therapy is a fast, precise, and effective treatment for stubborn warts, including plantar warts.

SWIFT delivers microwave energy directly to the affected tissue without breaking the skin. This quick application triggers the body’s own immune system to destroy the virus. This allows healthy cells to regenerate and the skin to return to normal. Read more about SWIFT Microwave Therapy.