Skin Conditions

Changes to the skin of your feet can develop for many reasons. Areas of hard skin, itching, cracking, irritation, discolouration or unusual lesions may be related to pressure, infection, inflammation or an underlying skin condition.

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What are foot skin conditions?

The skin of our feet is exposed to pressure, friction, moisture and footwear every day, making it particularly susceptible to changes and irritation.

Some problems, such as callus and corns, develop in response to repeated pressure. Others may be caused by viral or fungal infections, while conditions such as eczema can affect the skin's natural barrier and lead to dryness, itching or inflammation.

Different skin conditions can sometimes look surprisingly similar. Identifying what the skin change is and why it has developed helps us determine the most appropriate way to manage it.

Callus

An area of thickened or hardened skin that develops in response to repeated pressure or friction. It commonly appears underneath the forefoot or around the heel and may become uncomfortable when walking. (Hyperkeratosis)
Corns

Small, concentrated areas of hard skin that develop over points of pressure. They can feel like a small stone pressing into the foot and may become painful in footwear.
Verruca / Plantar Wart

A skin lesion caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Verrucae commonly develop on the sole of the foot and may appear rough, interrupted or covered by hard skin.
Athlete's Foot

A common fungal infection that may cause itching, peeling, redness or cracking of the skin, particularly between the toes or across the sole of the foot. (Tinea Pedis)
Eczema / Dermatitis

An inflammatory skin condition that can leave the feet dry, itchy, irritated or cracked. Symptoms can vary considerably between individuals.
Fissured / Cracked Heels

Dry or thickened skin around the heel can split, producing painful cracks which can occasionally become deep enough to bleed.
Blisters & Friction Injuries

Repeated rubbing between the foot, sock and footwear can damage the skin and cause fluid-filled blisters or areas of irritation.
Psoriasis

A skin condition that can affect the feet and sometimes the toenails, causing areas of thickened, dry, scaly or inflamed skin.
Fluid-Filled Blisters

Some fungal infections of the foot can cause small, fluid-filled blisters or vesicles, often accompanied by itching, redness or irritation. These may occur around the arch, sole or sides of the foot and can sometimes break, leaving the skin sore or peeling. (Vesicular Tinea Pedis)

Our Process

Appointment

We start by listening. Tell us about your symptoms, concerns, lifestyle and what you’d like to get back to doing comfortably.
Assess

We examine your feet and lower limbs, looking at movement, structure and function to better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.
Inspect + Test

We examine the nail and surrounding skin to help identify the likely cause of changes in its colour, shape, thickness or growth, allowing us to recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Treatment Plan

We bring everything together to create a personalised treatment plan, with clear recommendations designed around your findings, needs and goals.