How to avoid and treat Plantar Warts

In our last blog post, we shared everything you should know about plantar warts. In this blog post, we’ll provide a breakdown on your options on how to avoid plantar warts or treat them after contracting the foot issue.

Here is our advice on how to avoid plantar warts:

• Clean your feet and keep them dry

• Avoid scratching warts to prevent spreading

• Avoid touching warts on other people

• avoid walking barefoot in public showers, pools or at water park bathrooms

• cover your warts with waterproof tape at areas like swimming pools to prevent infection

• change your shoes and socks daily and avoid sharing socks and shoes

• Check your children’s feet regularly during warmer months

• pay close attention to growths and changes in your skin

Now if you contract plantar warts, here are your options in treating the foot health issue:

1. Acid treatment

2. anesthetizing and cutting out the wart

3. over-the-counter (OTC) ointments and liquids

At River Podiatry, our team is ready to serve and consult in order to help you safely run at all times. Set up an appointment today to speak with our team of trusted foot health professionals.