If you have a stubborn wart on your foot that keeps coming back despite trying pharmacy treatments, you are not alone. Many people try over-the-counter wart products for months with little success before finally seeking professional help.
The good news is YES, a podiatrist can help get rid of warts and provide treatment options tailored to your individual situation.
At Leading Health Podiatry Modbury, we regularly help patients with painful, persistent, and difficult plantar warts using advanced treatment options, including Swift microwave therapy, salicylic acid treatment, freezing, needling, and surgical removal.
Whether you have had a wart for years or you are noticing one for the first time, our team can assess the lesion properly and recommend the most suitable treatment plan for you.
What Is a Wart?
A plantar wart is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). These warts commonly appear on the soles of the feet and can become painful due to pressure when walking or standing.
Many people mistake warts for corns because they can look very similar. A professional podiatry assessment can help determine exactly what the lesion is and the best way to treat it.
Common signs of plantar warts include:
Pain when walking or standing
Small black dots within the lesion
Thickened skin
Pain when squeezing the area
Multiple lesions clustered together
Why Over-the-Counter Treatments Often Fail
Pharmacy wart treatments can sometimes work for small or early warts, but many patients find they are:
Painful to apply
Slow to work
Difficult to use consistently
Ineffective on deep or stubborn warts
Some patients also accidentally damage healthy skin while trying home treatments.
If you have been treating a wart for months without improvement, it may be time for a professional assessment.
Wart Treatments Available at Leading Health Podiatry Modbury
At Leading Health Podiatry Modbury, we understand that no two warts are the same. The best treatment depends on several factors, including:
The location of the wart on the foot
How long has it been present
The number of warts
Your activity level
Pain levels
Your medical history
Previous treatments attempted
We tailor treatment plans to each patient.
Swift Microwave Therapy
Swift therapy is one of the most advanced wart treatments available and is particularly effective for stubborn warts that have failed other treatments.
Swift uses microwave energy to stimulate the body’s immune response to attack the wart virus naturally.
Benefits of Swift therapy include:
No dressings required
Minimal downtime
Fast appointments
Suitable for stubborn and chronic warts
High success rates
The treatment itself can be painful during application, but many patients feel the results are well worth it.
Case Study: When Everything Else Failed
One of our patients had suffered from a painful plantar wart for several years. They had tried multiple over-the-counter products, freezing treatments, and acids with little improvement.
The wart continued to grow and became increasingly painful during walking and exercise.
After assessment, we recommended Swift microwave therapy.
The patient underwent 3 Swift treatment sessions. While the treatment was uncomfortable during the procedure, the wart gradually reduced and completely resolved shortly after the third session.
For patients with stubborn warts, Swift therapy can work wonders when other treatments have failed.
Salicylic Acid Treatment
Salicylic acid is still an effective option for many patients, especially for newer or smaller warts.
At our clinic, we provide stronger and more targeted treatment than many over-the-counter products, while carefully protecting the surrounding healthy skin.
Freezing (Cryotherapy)
Freezing therapy may be suitable for certain wart types and can sometimes be combined with other treatments for improved outcomes.
Needling Treatment
Needling is a procedure performed under local anaesthetic where the wart is punctured multiple times to stimulate an immune response.
This option may be recommended for persistent or multiple warts.
Surgical Removal
For severe or long-standing cases, surgical wart removal may be considered.
Our podiatrists can discuss whether surgery is appropriate based on your condition and previous treatment history.
Why Choose a Podiatrist for Wart Treatment?
A podiatrist specialises in foot conditions and can:
Properly diagnose the lesion
Rule out other skin conditions
Create a customised treatment plan
Help reduce pain during walking
Monitor progress closely
Adjust treatments if required
At Leading Health Podiatry Modbury, we aim to provide effective wart treatment with minimal disruption to your lifestyle.
Gap-Free Wart Assessment Available
We offer gap-free assessments for eligible patients, including diagnosis and treatment planning.
Our clinic is also a Bupa preferred provider, helping many patients reduce out-of-pocket costs depending on their level of cover.
Convenient Appointments Available
We understand that foot pain can interfere with work, sport, and daily life.
That is why we offer:
Online bookings
After-hours appointments
Tailored treatment plans
Modern wart treatment options
Book Your Wart Assessment Today
If you have a painful or stubborn wart that is not improving, early treatment can often lead to better outcomes.
Whether this is your first wart or a chronic lesion that has failed multiple treatments, our experienced podiatry team can help guide you toward the most suitable solution.
Book online today with Leading Health Podiatry Modbury for a professional wart assessment and personalised treatment plan.
New Patient Special Offer
*Gap Free Assessment
For those with private health insurance with podiatry cover- Terms and conditions apply
Terms and Conditions:
*This offer is available to individuals with Private Health Insurance that includes Podiatry Cover. If you do not have this cover, a heavily discounted fee of $60 applies. The Gap-Free Assessment covers the assessment only and does not include treatment.
Due to high demand, cancellations made within 24 hours may prevent others from accessing care. If you cancel within this timeframe, you will not be eligible to book another Gap-Free Assessment.
