Corns and calluses are most commonly found on the forefoot and occur when there is excess pressure on the foot, resulting in the thickening of the affected area's skin. A corn is a small area of thick skin that is round in shape. There are two types of corns: hard and soft. A hard corn usually appears where poorly fitting shoes rub areas of the foot, such as the top of smaller toes. Soft corns generally form in between toes.
A callus is larger and less defined than a corn. They tend to form on the parts of the foot that absorb the most weight when walking, such as the sole and the bony area underneath the toes.
Corns and calluses are formed as a result of rubbing, usually due to poor fitting shoes. Having a doctor remove corns or calluses is an option if they become a serious inconvenience. Orthotics can help correct biomechanical problems, and proper fitting shoes with the appropriate support can reduce the amount of rubbing. To reduce friction, apply petroleum jelly to problem areas.
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