Flatirons Foot & Ankle Clinic Wart Removal in Longmont, CO
Swift® Wart Removal - Advanced Treatment for Painful & Persistent Plantar Warts
Plantar warts can be surprisingly painful, especially when they develop on weight-bearing areas of the foot. Many people try over-the-counter treatments for months without success, only to find the wart spreading or becoming more uncomfortable over time. At Flatirons Foot & Ankle Clinic in Longmont, Dr. Ritchie Steed offers Swift® Wart Removal Immuno-Therapy, a modern, non-invasive approach designed to eliminate stubborn warts while reducing the risk of recurrence.
Understanding Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters the skin through small cuts or weakened areas on the sole of the foot. Unlike warts on other parts of the body, plantar warts grow inward due to pressure from walking, often making them feel like a stone in your shoe. They can affect children, adults, and athletes alike and are especially common in people who frequent locker rooms, pools, or shared shower areas.
Common Symptoms and Causes
Many patients come in assuming they have a callus, only to discover the pain is coming from a wart beneath the surface. Symptoms often include localized tenderness when walking or standing, thickened skin over a small area, and pinpoint black dots within the lesion. Because the virus lives below the skin, surface treatments frequently fail to reach the root of the problem.
Why Swift® Wart Treatment Is Different
Swift® therapy works by delivering targeted microwave energy directly to the wart tissue. Rather than freezing or cutting the skin, Swift stimulates your body’s immune response to recognize and eliminate the virus naturally. Treatments are quick, performed in-office, and require no open wounds or downtime. Most patients appreciate that Swift allows them to return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
Dr. Steed carefully evaluates each wart to ensure Swift® is the appropriate option and customizes the treatment plan based on the size, depth, and duration of the wart
Preventing Wart Recurrence
Because plantar warts are viral, prevention focuses on limiting exposure and strengthening skin defenses. Wearing footwear in public areas, keeping feet dry, and addressing pressure points that cause skin breakdown can all reduce the risk of reinfection. When treatment is combined with preventive guidance, recurrence rates are significantly lower.
Why Choose Dr. Steed at Flatirons Foot & Ankle Clinic for Wart Removal in Longmont?
Treating warts effectively requires more than just removing surface skin. Dr. Steed’s podiatric training allows him to identify the true source of the pain and apply advanced therapies like Swift® with precision. As a long-established podiatry clinic in Longmont, Flatirons Foot & Ankle Clinic provides care that is both medically advanced and personally attentive.
If you’ve been dealing with a painful or recurring plantar wart, professional treatment can save you months of frustration.
Schedule an appointment today and take the next step toward comfortable, wart-free feet.