From the Guidelines
Cryotherapy is not a recommended treatment option for corns (helomas) based on the provided evidence.
Treatment Options for Corns
- The evidence suggests that debridement of hyperkeratotic lesions by a podiatrist is a recommended treatment option, which can provide relief for patients with corns 1.
- Pressure redistribution and cushioning are also helpful in preventing the development of hyperkeratosis, which can contribute to the formation of corns 1.
Cryotherapy Not Mentioned
- Cryotherapy is not mentioned as a treatment option for corns in the provided evidence, suggesting that it may not be a recommended or effective treatment for this condition.
- The evidence focuses on debridement, pressure redistribution, and cushioning as treatment options for hyperkeratosis and corns, indicating that these methods are preferred over cryotherapy 1.
From the Research
Cryotherapy for Corns (Helomas)
- There are no research papers provided that directly discuss the use of cryotherapy for the treatment of corns (helomas) 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
- The studies provided focus on the use of cryotherapy for various other conditions, including gastrointestinal tract diseases 2, warts 3, benign oral lesions 4, Barrett's esophagus 5, and keloids 6.
- None of the studies mention corns or helomas as an indication for cryotherapy, suggesting that cryotherapy may not be a commonly recommended treatment for this condition.