Medically reviewed by Marisa Garshick, MD Key Takeaways A callus is a hard and thick patch of skin caused by friction or pressure, often on hands or feet.Calluses can be treated with salicylic acid, a ...

While not always a cause for concern, corns and calluses may need to be removed if they’re causing persistent pain, says Nicole Nicolosi, DPM, a foot and ankle surgeon in the Orthopedic Institute at ...

While rejuvenating foot peels and n ourishing hand lotions make excellent skin-care treatments, the best callus removers are oftentimes files and scrappers that really get down to the root of the ...

Calluses are annoying but serve a purpose Photo: Getty Images In summer, it’s often a matter of appearance, but even with closed shoes, calluses on the feet are an issue. Some find them uncomfortable ...