Verruca Removal

Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Pregnancy or breastfeeding (depending on the treatment method), active cancer or those currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy, uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune disorders, blood clotting disorders, immunosuppression, peripheral vascular disease, poor circulation affecting the feet, cardiac pacemakers or implanted electrical devices (where applicable to the treatment method). Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Active bacterial, viral or fungal skin infections surrounding the treatment area, cellulitis or spreading skin infection, open wounds, cuts or abrasions, inflamed or ulcerated skin within the treatment area, recent trauma to the treatment area, suspicious pigmented lesions or skin abnormalities that have not been medically assessed. Treatment is not suitable for clients with: Blood-thinning medication where treatment is considered unsafe, current or recent use of immunosuppressive medication, recent steroid therapy, known allergies or sensitivities to topical anaesthetics or aftercare products (where applicable). Treatment should be postponed if: The client has an active infection affecting the treatment area, there is excessive inflammation or pain around the verruca, the client is feeling unwell or has a fever, recent surgery has been performed on the affected foot and healing is incomplete. Treatment may not be suitable for clients who: Have unrealistic expectations regarding treatment outcomes, show signs consistent with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), are unable or unwilling to follow post-treatment aftercare advice, have neuropathy or reduced sensation affecting the feet.

For your Verruca Removal appointment, we recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. If the verruca is located on the foot, wearing loose trousers, shorts or clothing that can be easily rolled up will help make your appointment more comfortable. Please wear comfortable footwear that does not place excessive pressure on the treated area afterwards. Open-toed shoes, sliders or loose-fitting trainers are ideal, particularly if treatment is being performed on the sole of the foot. Avoid applying moisturisers, foot creams or fake tan to the area before your appointment where possible. Depending on the treatment method used, the area may feel slightly tender afterwards, so comfortable footwear and minimal friction are recommended. Your comfort and privacy are always our priority, and disposable towels and gowns are available when required. Following treatment, keeping the area clean, dry and protected will help support optimal healing and results.

Verrucas can spread through direct contact with the virus, which is why it's important to avoid picking at them and to follow appropriate hygiene measures.

No. The black dots are tiny blood vessels within the verruca and should not be picked, squeezed or removed.

Possibly, but not necessarily. Verrucas are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can be picked up anywhere the virus is present, particularly in warm, moist environments.

Some verrucas respond quickly to treatment, while others can be stubborn and require multiple sessions. Response varies depending on the size, location and duration of the verruca.

Definitely not. Attempting to cut or dig out a verruca at home can lead to infection, pain, bleeding and potential scarring.

No. Verrucas don't have roots. The dark spots sometimes seen within a verruca are tiny blood vessels, which often get mistaken for roots.

Before Verruca Removal, ensure the foot or treatment area is clean and free from creams or lotions. Your practitioner will examine the verruca and prepare the skin before beginning the treatment.

Verrucas can sometimes grow deep into the skin and may require multiple Verruca Removal treatments to fully destroy the infected tissue. Repeat sessions help ensure the virus-affected tissue is completely treated while protecting the surrounding skin.

If additional Verruca Removal treatments are required, they are usually spaced a few weeks apart to allow the skin time to heal between sessions. Your practitioner will recommend the most suitable schedule.

Some verrucas can be removed in a single Verruca Removal treatment, however deeper or stubborn verrucas may require multiple sessions. Your practitioner will assess the verruca and advise the most appropriate treatment plan.

Verruca Removal aims to destroy the infected tissue so the verruca gradually shrinks and disappears as the skin heals. A small blister or scab may form after treatment before the area clears and healthier skin replaces the treated tissue

Verruca Removal may cause a brief cold or stinging sensation during treatment as the verruca is frozen. Some clients also feel mild tenderness in the area afterwards. The treatment is quick and most people tolerate it well.

• It may scab for 7/14 days • Do not pick the treated area • No sunbed or sun for 7 days • No swimming for 7 days • No saunas for 7 days • No exfoliating the treated area

The freezpen instrument is an innovation in Cryo Therapy. It emits a fine jet of nitrous oxide at -89C Allowing your clinical practioner to work with millimetre precision. Working in circular and criss-cross movements, the tiny cold blasts destroys the affected tissue by freezing the inner-cellular fluid, Forming ice shards and crystals that rupture the cell membrane, Thereby destroying the cell.