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Calluses

Definition:
Areas of thickened skin caused by repetitive friction (such
as that of running in ill-fitting shoes) or by abnormalities of the bony structure of the foot. Usually painless, calluses are a natural protective reaction of the skin over pressure sites.

Remedies:
When a callus first develops, file it with an emery board, sandpaper or a pumice stone after bathing, and apply petroleum jelly, lanolin or other moisturizers to the skin. If a thicker callus has formed, use a peeling and softening agent such as Ultramide 25 lotion. Don't let calluses get too big; they can crack and become infected.

Very thick, painful calluses should be treated by a sports-oriented physician. To reduce friction when you run, wear thicker socks, such as Thor-Los or Ultimax Sox, which have extra padding in high-friction areas. Watch for blisters that may occur next to thick calluses and treat them as described earlier.


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