A corn is a small, hard patch of dried skin that appears on the sides or bottom of the toes. Corns are caused by friction, such as wearing shoes that are too tight or don’t fit properly. But they can also be caused by prominent bony lumps and bumps in the foot.
People who suffer from bunions are more prone to corns. This is because the bunion throws off the natural symmetry of the foot, meaning extra pressure is put on the toes or sole of the foot, resulting in corns.
People with claw toes or hammertoes, which are foot deformities caused by an imbalance in the muscles, tendons or ligaments that normally hold the toe straight, can also find themselves prone to corns. This is because the tops of the bent toes rub against the top of shoes, causing these stubborn hard patches of skin to form. This will be a recurring problem that can only be solved by corn removal treatment.
Corns can be extremely painful and can make it difficult to wear closed shoes and sometimes it can affect the ability to walk comfortably.