A plantar wart on the bottom of your foot can make every step feel like walking on a pebble. These warts are stubborn and can multiply, so professional treatment is often the fastest route to relief. Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle offers effective options to remove them.
What are plantar warts?
Plantar warts are small growths on the soles of the feet caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters through tiny breaks in the skin. Because they grow on a weight-bearing surface, they often press inward and can become painful. They may appear as a rough, grainy spot, sometimes with tiny black dots.
How to treat plantar warts
Plantar warts can be persistent and don’t always respond to home remedies. We offer several professional treatments including prescription topical therapies, in-office procedures, and other targeted options. We will recommend the best approach based on the size, number, and location of your warts. Treating them promptly helps prevent spread.
How to prevent plantar warts
Plantar warts spread through a virus that thrives on warm, damp surfaces, so don't go barefoot in locker rooms, showers, or pool areas. Keep feet clean and dry, change socks regularly, and don't share towels or footwear. Avoid picking at warts, which can spread them to other areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a plantar wart go away on its own?
Some eventually do, but it can take a long time, and they may spread or become painful in the meantime. Professional treatment is faster and more reliable, especially for painful or multiplying warts.
Are plantar warts contagious?
Yes. The virus spreads through direct contact and contaminated surfaces like locker-room floors, so it’s wise to treat them and take preventive steps.
Don’t let plantar warts keep you from the things you love. Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle has board-certified podiatrists in Murray, Draper, and Tooele serving patients across the Salt Lake City area. Call 801-261-1391 or request an appointment online. We get you in quickly, and same week appointments are usually available.
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