Verrucae & Wart Treatment

If you have tried unsuccessfully to win the fight against persistent Verrucas and Warts, then our chiropodists in Haywards Heath can help with individually designed Verruca and Wart treatment.

Verrucae are caused by a virus, the human papillomavirus, and this is the same virus that causes warts, so a verruca is simply a wart on the foot. There are over 70 types of human papillomavirus so verrucae come in many shapes and sizes; some are easier to treat than others. The infected cells cannot be cured, they must be destroyed. If any of the cells survive treatment, then the verruca will reappear.

Verrucae and Warts

How do I know if I have a verruca?

The surface usually appears rough and cauliflower-like, and you may also see small black dots – these are old blood vessels, not roots which is a common misconception! Verrucae rarely hurt to press unless they are large. They will, however, hurt if they are squeezed and the opposite is usually the case for corns. As there are so many different types, it is better to let a podiatrist give you a diagnosis.

Types Of Treatment

Treatment varies depending on various factors, e.g. type, size, number, location, the age of the patient, patient’s occupation, etc. At the Sussex Foot Centre, we offer various treatments to suit you and the type of verruca:

Cryotherapy (freezing) – The freeze is usually applied via a probe; this minimizes the trauma to the surrounding area and allows for deeper penetration of the freeze. It may also be applied as a spray.
Caustic Therapy – Caustics are applied usually on a weekly basis for 4-6 weeks, dependent on the size and persistence of the verruca, and are much stronger and more effective than treatments that you can purchase from a pharmacist. Self-applied home treatments are usually added between visits to speed up treatment time.
Dry Needling – Dry needling is carried out painlessly under local anaesthetic. A sterile needle is then used to cause a localised trauma to the verruca itself. The aim of this is to implant the virally infected cells deeper into the tissue where it is quickly detected by the immune system and an immune response is stimulated. This process has been around for nearly 40 years but it’s only recently reaching the shores of the UK from the states. It is very effective and suitable for most verrucas.

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34 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath, Sussex RH16 4EA

Amy's been extremely helpful, informative and lovely to talk to during my foot appointment the last few visits. 100% recommend their services.

Darryl Rebbetts

26/10/2022

Have had scan and chiropodist treatments and both were carried out with care and I was informed what would be done. I would highly recommend the Sussex foot centre for treatments.

Sheila Stobbs

15/10/2022

I was misdiagnosed by my GP after injuring myself long distance walking. Now I not only know what's wrong with me, but also how to remedy it so I can walk again. Great attention to detail. Thank you 😊

Liz Platt

09/10/2022

Fantastic experience with the whole practice, there’s no where I’d trust more. Originally I went to have one issue sorted out, and have found another to be dealt with alongside. A practice where you feel listened to and taken seriously. Thanks again!

Nikki Martin

07/10/2022

Had an appointment with Jon Collins about a sore heel. Had a scan on both heels, which was followed by a detailed analysis of the results and an explanation (in layman's terms) what the issue was. Very impressed with his knowledge, how it was imparted and happy with our agreed action plan.

Jonathan Whitnall

25/09/2022

Over the last 4 years or so, I have visited a number of professionals including physiotherapists, chiropractors and osteopaths. I was experiencing recurring injuries in my left knee and hip from sports and from attempting to walk mid-distances. The pain was starting to flare in my back too. I was following the physiotherapists’ advice religiously and attending appointments regularly. However, the programme of exercises tended to make the pain worse rather than better. To add to my frustration, I was also misdiagnosed with a hip condition. In the back of my mind, I always felt there was something biomechanically incorrect in the way I move but I was reassured that was not the case until…..I booked an appointment with Jon at Sussex Foot Centre for a gait assessment. Jon quickly recognised the issue with my feet and their incorrect positioning. I was prescribed custom orthotics and after a few months of perfecting these, Jon then created my semi-permanent pair of orthotics. I have been walking further than I have done and am now back on the courts playing tennis, which I love, and never thought I would be able to do again. The whole team at Sussex Foot Centre are very helpful and efficient. My treatment is ongoing so as long as Jon is a podiatrist, I am his patient :) Thank you for everything!

Katherine Morley

22/09/2022

I had nail surgery last October and after all this time I can say it was worth it. Jon didn’t rush me into it and gave me all options available, in the end I decided to go for the surgery and Jon made it so easy and everything was explained to me before, during and afterwards. Any questions I had were always answered by Jon or one of his team and put my mind at rest (I’m a bit of a worrier). Can’t thank them enough for helping with something that I had tried to ignore for years.

Gavin Robertson

01/09/2022

I highly recommend Sussex foot centre. I booked an appointment for the shoe insoles and Jon was very helpful and professional. He provided a great solution for me and I feel much better since I wear my new insoles. The entire team is also very nice and helpful with booking the appointments around my work schedule.

Michał Piotrowski

22/07/2022

After the NHS screwed up my ingrown toenail operation twice this year I decided to go private and it was the best decision. I was seen really quickly and toes healed within a couple of weeks, highly recommend sussex foot centre.

Lauryn Spink

22/07/2022

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