A painful growth on the sole of your foot with tiny black dots? Plantar warts are assessed and treated by a Registered Chiropodist at our Don Mills clinic. No referral needed — book online in under a minute.

Consider an Assessment if You Notice:

• A rough, grainy growth on the sole of the foot

• Tiny black dots within the growth

• Pain when walking or standing on it

• A callus-like spot that will not clear

• One growth, or several that seem to be spreading

• A growth that keeps returning after home treatment

What Happens at Your Appointment

Your Chiropodist confirms whether the growth is a plantar wart (they can look similar to a callus) and discusses a treatment plan suited to its size, location, and how long you have had it. Options may include prescription topicals, in-office applications, or Falknor's needling — a minimally invasive technique that helps prompt your own immune system to respond to the wart.

What Causes Plantar Warts?

Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and appear on the sole of the foot. Because pressure from walking pushes them inward, they are often painful. The virus thrives in warm, damp environments, so it commonly spreads by walking barefoot in public showers, locker rooms, and around pools. The thick skin on the sole can make plantar warts resistant to simple home treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a plantar wart different from a callus? A plantar wart often has tiny black dots and can be tender when pinched, while a callus is thickened skin over a pressure point. A Chiropodist can tell them apart and recommend the right care.

Are plantar warts contagious? They can spread through direct contact or contaminated surfaces such as public pool decks and shower floors. Your Chiropodist can advise on care and prevention.

Do I need a referral to see a Chiropodist in Ontario? No referral is needed. You can book directly through our clinic.

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