Can Verrucas Be Painful? Here’s What You Need to Know

Verruca those small, stubborn warts on the soles of your feet might seem harmless, but they can become surprisingly painful. At Foot Corner in Ashford, we see people of all ages struggling with discomfort caused by these pesky skin lesions, especially in the winter when feet spend more time in tight, warm footwear.

Why Verrucas Hurt

A verruca is caused by the HPV virus, which infects the outer layer of the skin. On weight-bearing areas like the heel or ball of the foot, this pressure pushes the verruca inwards, creating a hard, painful core.
Pain usually feels like:

• A sharp “stepping on a stone” sensation

• Local tenderness when squeezed

• Increased discomfort when walking long distances or wearing hard-soled shoes

Other Symptoms to Look Out For

You may also notice:

• A rough, grainy surface

• Small black dots (tiny blood vessels)

• A cluster of verrucas forming a mosaic pattern

• Pain that gets worse over time

If it’s starting to hurt, it’s definitely time to get it checked.

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Painful Verruca

Left untreated, verrucas can:

• Grow larger or multiply

• Become more painful as you walk

• Spread to other family members

• Interfere with sports, work or daily life

Many patients try home treatments for months without success.

How Foot Corner Can Help

At Foot Corner, we offer professional treatments tailored to how long you’ve had the verruca, its size and your comfort level. Options include:

 Microwave Therapy (Swift)

A fast, clinically proven treatment that uses microwaves to stimulate a natural immune response, no needles, no dressings, and no downtime.

 Cryotherapy

Freezing the verruca with targeted cold therapy.

 Debridement

Gently removing the hard skin over the verruca to reduce pressure and pain.

 Advice on Preventing Spread

Including tips for gym users, swimmers and families.

When to Book an Appointment

If your verruca is:

• Painful

• Getting bigger

• Spreading

• Not responding to shop-bought treatments

…our podiatrists can help.

Pain isn’t something you should put up with especially when effective treatment is available right here in Ashford.

📍 Foot Corner, 15 Church Parade, Ashford, Surrey TW15 2TX

📞 01784 250 781
🌐 www.footcorner.co.uk