Verruca Treatment in New Mills – Gentle, Effective Care for the Local Community
Verrucas (also called plantar warts or verrucae) are small, flattened warts that appear on the soles of the feet. Because they sit on weight-bearing areas, everyday walking and standing can push them deeper into the skin, often causing discomfort. While verrucas are harmless and may disappear naturally, many people find them too painful or persistent to ignore. When several verrucas join together, they form what is known as a mosaic wart.
What Causes Verrucas?
Verrucas are caused by a virus that enters the skin through tiny cuts or abrasions. After contact with the virus, it may take weeks—or even months—for a verruca to appear. This delay is known as the incubation period.
The virus spreads most easily in warm, damp environments such as: 
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Public swimming pools
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Gym and communal showers
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Changing rooms
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Yoga, pilates, dance, and martial arts studios
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Even bathrooms at home
In New Mills and the wider High Peak area, verrucas often spread in shared sports, gym, and fitness environments.
Children and teenagers are more susceptible because their immune systems are still developing, making outbreaks more common in active groups and families.
Symptoms of Verrucas
You may have a verruca if you notice:
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A small, rough or bumpy growth on the sole of the foot
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Tiny black dots within the lesion (these are clotted capillaries) -
Pain or tenderness when standing, walking, or applying pressure
Professional Verruca Treatments at The Hub, New Mills
While there are many over-the-counter products, they don’t always work—especially for stubborn or long-standing verrucas. Many clients come to The Hub in New Mills after trying home remedies without success.
We offer a range of professional treatments tailored to your age, medical background, and the type of verruca you have.
Verrutop Treatment
A painless, highly effective topical solution used in professional settings. Verrutop gently dries out and mummifies the infected tissue, allowing the verruca to detach naturally as healthy skin forms underneath.
Cryotherapy (Freezing Treatment)
We also offer cryotherapy, a controlled freezing method that destroys verruca tissue. This can be an excellent option depending on age, health, and skin sensitivity.
Additional Treatment Options
Depending on your individual needs, we may recommend alternative or combined approaches to achieve the best results.
When No Treatment Is the Best Option
If the verruca isn’t painful, spreading, or causing any issues, we may advise simply leaving it alone. Verrucas can resolve on their own, and we always provide honest guidance about whether treatment is truly necessary.
Prices
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Initial consultation & first treatment: £35.00
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Follow-up treatments: £25.00
Most clients only require a few sessions, depending on the size, age, and stubbornness of the verruca.
