Verruca Needling at The Foot Clinic: A Modern Solution for Stubborn Verrucas

Verrucas — also known as plantar warts — are small, sometimes painful growths that develop on the soles of the feet. They’re caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters the skin through tiny cuts or abrasions. While some verrucas may clear on their own, others can persist for months or even years, resisting conventional treatments such as cryotherapy (freezing), salicylic acid, or laser therapy.

At The Foot Clinic, we offer a highly effective alternative for those stubborn cases — verruca needling. This modern treatment works by stimulating your body’s natural immune response to clear the infection from within.

What Is Verruca Needling?

Verruca needling is a minor, in-clinic procedure performed under local anaesthetic. It involves using a fine, sterile needle to puncture the verruca multiple times. This process introduces the virus into deeper layers of the skin where immune cells reside, prompting the body to recognize and eliminate the infection.

Unlike surface treatments that act only on the visible part of the verruca, needling targets the root cause, helping the immune system to clear not only the treated verruca but often other verrucas elsewhere on the foot.

What to Expect During the Procedure

1. Comprehensive Assessment – Your podiatrist will assess your verruca and medical history to confirm that needling is suitable for you.

2. Anaesthetic Application – The area around the verruca is completely numbed using a local anaesthetic to ensure comfort throughout the procedure.

3. Needling Process – The verruca is carefully punctured multiple times with a fine needle. The entire procedure usually takes less than 30 minutes.

4. Aftercare and Recovery – A sterile dressing is applied, and you’ll receive clear aftercare instructions. Most patients can walk immediately after treatment, though some tenderness is normal for a few days.

   
   

Recovery and Results

Recovery from verruca needling is straightforward. You may experience mild soreness or bruising for 24–48 hours, but normal activity can usually resume right away. In many cases, only one treatment session is required.

Results are gradual as your immune system gets to work — the verruca will typically shrink and disappear over several weeks to months. One of the key benefits is that once your immune system has responded, recurrence is rare.

Who Can Benefit from Verruca Needling?

Verruca needling at The Foot Clinic is particularly suitable for people who:

• Have stubborn verrucas that haven’t responded to traditional treatments

• Suffer from painful or multiple verrucas that affect walking or sport

• Want a long-term solution rather than repeated topical or freezing sessions

• Are adults or older teens seeking an immune-based treatment

Your podiatrist will always carry out a full assessment to ensure the procedure is appropriate for you.

Why Choose Verruca Needling at The Foot Clinic?

• Highly effective for long-standing and resistant verrucas

• Often requires just one session

• Minimal downtime with fast recovery

• Targets the viral infection directly through immune activation

• Professional care and follow-up from our experienced podiatrists

  
  

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’re struggling with a painful or persistent verruca, The Foot Clinic can help. Verruca needling offers a safe, modern, and clinically proven way to treat the infection at its source — restoring comfort and confidence in every step.

📞 Contact The Foot Clinic today to book your consultation or learn more about verruca needling and other advanced foot care treatments.