These lesions form as a protective mechanism, which results in an excessive production of skin cells (hyperkeratosis).
Calluses appear as areas of thick, dry skin that are stiff in texture, round in shape, and yellowish in color. The most characteristic sites of onset are the anterior plantar area (to be clear, the forefoot near the metatarsals), the back of the heel and the top of the toes.
Treatment of calluses generally consists of manual abrasion, whether or not associated with the use of keratolytics. Wearing soft and comfortable shoes, which do not alter the biomechanics of the foot, can help prevent the onset and recurrence of this hyperkeratosis, as well as the adoption of certain hygienic behaviors (use of emollients, foot baths, etc.).
, that is, the most superficial part of the skin.
In detail, these lesions fall within the SKIN HYPERKERATOSIS.
Calluses typically develop in areas subject to repeated squeezing or rubbing.
In most cases, this hyperkeratotic lesion occurs between the toes, on the top of the toes, and on the sole of the foot.
