Callus on big toe - Page 2

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

No, that file is not a shaver or grater type thing. It's a diamond file...like the kind you use on your nails ONLY IT'S ON STEROIDS.

If you go to Ulta dot com, there are 162 perfect 5-star reviews. I bought it at Ulta dot com when they had it on sale.

Use it on DRY FEET.

MalteseMomma · ‎03-09-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
I bought this diamond foot file a few months ago. It is not a cheese grater. Those are solid bumps on the file and the other side of this flat file is another smoothing diamond file. It's is the best file I have ever used!! The thing is big, about 8" long and the head 3" wide. I use it on the bottoms of my feet. It's an awesome TOP-RATED file.

Earth Therapeutics Diamond File - $10

I have had that for yrs and yrs...it is not nearly as good as the thingy QVC sells (I'll be back when I remember the name)

MalteseMomma · ‎03-09-2010

@FranandZoe wrote:
I'd try an Emjoi or Amope callous remover. I have the Emjoi - it works great.

THATS IT!!!!!!!

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

I have the Emjoi Micropedi roller. But I think that diamond foot file works a lot better for me. @MalteseMomma

GraceLady · ‎01-03-2013

Your shoes might be the problem. Are they too tight? Maybe you need to look for shoes with a wider toe box. You also need to keep on top of the calluses.

If the surgery the doctor is talking about involves anesthesia, that sounds very risky for calluses. If you haven't yet, see a podiatrist. They specalize in feet. You will get a recommendation for the best shoes to wear for your type of feet, and the best way to deal with the calluses. The podiatrist will also take care of the calluses for you.

There is a guy on Youtube, The Toe Bro. He is a licensed foot specialist (Chiropodist) in Canada. There are videos of him taking care all sorts of problems with the feet, including calluses. All are in-office procedures. I don't know if it will gross you out or encourage you. Just to let you know that there is hope.

OkeyDokey · ‎06-04-2010

Almost everyone has callouses somewhere on their feet. And, feet are high maintenance, especially as we age. Some of us have health issues that require closer monitoring of the feet than others. One thing I can say though....please, please take care of your feet. If you have arthritic joints, and can no longer reach your feet, go for regular pedicures if you can afford them. If not, check and see if your insurance will cover trips to the podiatrist. However...do NOT let a podiatrist talk you into a surgery that isn't necessary. Callouses can hurt, but keeping them under control usually tends to keep the pain at bay. And don't neglect your toenails.

MalteseMomma · ‎03-09-2010

wool sox are my problem............would you believe it?????????????

Sweet Caroline 1 · ‎12-12-2017

Yep, your big toe is being rubbed by a shoe that is too pointy or too short. I'm always looking high and low for shoes with a more square toe box. Good luck and please share any good shoe finds.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

@MalteseMomma wrote:
wool sox are my problem............would you believe it?????????????

I can't believe you said that @MalteseMomma. I have the exact same problem with wool socks. I have to choose them wisely. Blended merino works best for me.

aubnwa01 · ‎03-09-2010

@SilleeMee wrote:
@SeaMaiden,
No, that file is not a shaver or grater type thing. It's a diamond file...like the kind you use on your nails ONLY IT'S ON STEROIDS.

If you go to Ulta dot com, there are 162 perfect 5-star reviews. I bought it at Ulta dot com when they had it on sale.

Use it on DRY FEET.

@SilleeMee I bought one of these based on your rec & on the packaging, it says to use it on moist skin after a shower/bath. Not sure I'd want to use it on moist skin, though.

I used it this morning before my shower & it made my feet so rough, I ended up using my Emjoi Micro-Pedi to make my feet smooth enough. Not sure I'd want to be sawing at my feet after a shower, since I like to apply body butter to my feet when I get out of a shower & I'd have to rinse the "crumbs" off if I filed at my calluses after a shower. I think you'd want to use a really light touch if you used it on moist skin, too.

ETA: I have a Diamoncel #11 Foot Buffer that I bought like 14 or so years ago based on recs from this board & it does say to use it on dry skin. It works pretty well, though it was a bit pricey & since I bought the Emjoi, I seldom use the Diamoncel anymore.