Foot Wart Treatment Options
We offer a comprehensive range of treatments for plantar warts and other foot warts
SWIFT Microwave Therapy
Our flagship treatment for plantar warts using revolutionary microwave technology to trigger your immune system to fight the HPV virus naturally.
Advantages
- +83% success rate within 3 treatments
- +No open wounds or dressings
- +No aftercare required
- +Works by activating immune response
Considerations
- -Brief discomfort during treatment
- -Multiple sessions usually needed
Best For
Most wart types, especially stubborn or recurring warts
Salicylic Acid
High-concentration salicylic acid (up to 80%) applied professionally to dissolve wart tissue gradually over multiple treatments.
Advantages
- +Non-invasive
- +Can be used at home between appointments
- +Relatively affordable
Considerations
- -Requires multiple applications
- -Can irritate surrounding skin
- -Lower success rate for stubborn warts
Best For
Small, superficial warts or as complementary treatment
Cryotherapy
Traditional freezing treatment using liquid nitrogen to destroy wart tissue by creating controlled frostbite.
Advantages
- +Well-established method
- +Quick treatment sessions
- +Can be effective for surface warts
Considerations
- -Can be painful during and after
- -May cause blistering
- -Multiple sessions often needed
- -Risk of scarring
Best For
Small plantar warts and superficial foot warts
Silver Nitrate
Chemical cauterization using silver nitrate to burn and destroy wart tissue through a chemical reaction.
Advantages
- +Quick application
- +Minimal pain during treatment
- +No special equipment needed
Considerations
- -Stains skin black temporarily
- -Multiple treatments needed
- -Less effective for deep warts
Best For
Small, surface-level warts
Spirularin
A newer, pain-free treatment option using microalgae-based compounds that have shown antiviral properties.
Advantages
- +Completely pain-free
- +Natural ingredients
- +No tissue destruction
Considerations
- -Newer treatment with less long-term data
- -Slower results
- -May require extended treatment
Best For
Patients seeking pain-free options or with low pain tolerance
Cantharidin
A blister-forming agent derived from beetles that causes the skin to blister, lifting the wart away from the healthy tissue.
Advantages
- +Painless application
- +Works overnight
- +Effective for certain wart types
Considerations
- -Forms large blisters
- -Can be uncomfortable after blistering
- -Requires careful monitoring
Best For
Warts in children or patients who cannot tolerate other treatments
Surgical Excision
In rare cases, surgical removal (curettage) may be recommended for very large or resistant warts.
Advantages
- +Immediate removal
- +High success for single treatment
- +Tissue can be sent for biopsy
Considerations
- -Requires local anaesthesia
- -Risk of scarring
- -Longer healing time
- -Higher recurrence rate
Best For
Large warts not responding to other treatments (rare cases only)
Not Sure Which Treatment is Right for You?
Our experienced podiatrists will assess your warts and recommend the most appropriate treatment based on the type, location, size, and your medical history. Book a consultation to discuss your options.
Why We Recommend SWIFT
While we offer many treatment options, SWIFT microwave therapy delivers the best results for most patients - 83% success within 3 treatments, with no wounds, no dressings, and no aftercare required.
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