¿And what exactly are corns?
Hyperkeratosis, commonly called a "corn," is a buildup of keratin in an area of the skin with a large amount of dead skin cells from the epidermis and usually occurs in response to an external stimulus such as excessive friction. This means the skin begins to reinforce an area that is generally affected by shoe rubbing, for example, and this "reinforcement" is what we know as a corn.
Why do they appear? What are the causes?
Corns typically develop due to pressure and rubbing from shoes against the feet, and this happens for two main reasons:
1. Wearing shoes that are too small, too large, or simply unsuitable for the anatomy of our feet.
2. Foot deformities, such as hammer toes. There are orthopedic conditions that can be corrected, some even through surgical interventions. Another cause is biomechanical abnormalities in a person (such as having one leg shorter than the other), which leads to uneven weight distribution on the feet.
How to avoid them?
There are simple measures everyone can take to prevent the appearance of corns:
1. Maintain good hygiene in the area, it is recommended to keep your feet clean, fresh, and dry.
2. Wear appropriate footwear, it is extremely important to find shoes that really fit your needs.
3. Constantly hydrate your feet, as dryness and flakiness favor the appearance of corns. Therefore, it is important to keep the feet moisturized by applying a nourishing cream daily.
4. If needed, use orthopedic products such as toe separators, insoles, heel pads, or protectors. These products can really help avoid hard skin and corns.
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