Effective verruca treatment and removal
Verrucae are warts that occur on the soles of the feet or around the toe area. They are caused by a viral infection which affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis).
Verrucas are very common and affect approximately 10% of the population. Most people have tried some form of verruca treatment, but it hasn’t worked and they end up living with their verruca problem.
Sometimes verrucas can become painful and unsightly, and spread to other areas of the foot. Some can persistent for years, growing deeper and impacting more and more on daily activities and making walking or standing uncomfortable.
At Hove Foot Clinic, we are used to dealing with persistent verrucas and offer a range of advanced and effective verruca treatments to provide lasting relief. You can have a look at some before and after Verruca images on our news page.
Why can Verrucas be difficult to treat?
Verrucas can be challenging to treat for several reasons:
● The verruca virus can be resistant to some over-the-counter treatments.
● Verrucas can grow deep into the skin, making it difficult to reach the infected tissue.
● The virus can spread easily, leading to new verrucas.
● Some people have a weaker immune response to the virus, making treatment less effective.
The Verruca treatment options at Hove Foot Clinic
We offer a range of clinically proven and effective verruca treatments to address even the most stubborn cases. Our podiatrists will start by assessing your individual needs and will then recommend the most suitable treatment plan for you.
Swift microwave therapy
Swift microwave therapy is a cutting-edge and highly successful treatment for verruca problems. This innovative technology uses microwaves to precisely target and destroy the verruca tissue, without damaging the surrounding healthy skin.
Benefits of Swift microwave therapy:
● High success rate for verruca removal
● Minimal discomfort
● No need for local anaesthetic
● No dressings required
● Quick treatment sessions
While most patients experience verruca resolution with Swift, some individuals with larger, long-term verrucae or pre-existing medical conditions may require multiple treatment sessions. You can find more detailed information about Swift microwave therapy here.
Does Swift Hurt?
Patients may experience some mild discomfort during the brief treatment pulses, but this typically subsides quickly. The treatment only lasts a few seconds (usually 5 bursts of two seconds).
Who is Swift suitable for?
Most people with verrucas are suitable for Swift treatment. However, it is generally not recommended in pregnancy or for patients with:
● Diabetes
● Implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemakers)
● Metal implants near the treatment site
Your podiatrist at Hove Foot Clinic will conduct a thorough assessment to determine your
suitability for Swift microwave therapy.
Verrutop
Verrutop is another treatment option we offer for problem verrucas. This topical treatment is quick and relatively painless. Verrutop works by denaturing the viral protein within the verruca and desiccating the wart tissue. The verruca then dries and falls off, leaving healthy, intact skin underneath.
More information about Verrutop can be found here.