Needling

At Surrey Foot Service we specialise in treating stubborn verrucae using advanced methods like Verruca Needling. Verrucae or plantar warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and can be particularly difficult to treat when conventional methods like creams or freezing fail. Verruca needling is a highly effective, minimally invasive treatment designed to stimulate the body’s immune response and resolve even long-standing or resistant verrucae

What is Verruca Needling?

Verruca Needling is a minor surgical procedure that involves puncturing the verruca multiple times with a fine needle. This process pushes the viral-infected tissue deeper into the skin triggering your immune system to recognise and attack the infection from the inside out.

This treatment is particularly effective for patients who have persistent verrucae that haven’t responded to other treatments, providing an alternative that can resolve the issue in just one or two sessions.

Key features of Verruca Needling:

  • High success rate especially for chronic or resistant verrucae
  • Minimal discomfort during the procedure as it is performed under local anaesthetic
  • Single treatment session often sufficient with follow-up care to monitor progress

How does Verruca Needling work?

  1. Initial Consultation: We’ll assess your verruca and determine if needling is the right option for you. If Verucca Needling is suitable we’ll explain the process in detail and schedule your procedure.
  2. Local Anaesthetic: Before the Needling begins, the area around the verruca is numbed with a local anaesthetic to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
  3. Needling Procedure: A fine sterile needle is used to puncture the verruca multiple times encouraging your immune system to identify and fight the HPV virus that causes verrucae.
  4. Post-Treatment Care: After the procedure a dressing is applied and you’ll be given advice on how to care for the area. We will review you the following week and then after eight weeks to check that the verruca has resolved. Please note you won’t be able to drive for 24 hours following the use of local anaesthetic in your foot.

Why choose Verruca Needling?

Verruca Needling offers a significant advantage for patients who have tried and exhausted other methods like Cryotherapy, topical treatments or Swift Microwave Therapy without success. Because it directly engages your immune system, it can lead to complete resolution of the verruca often with fewer sessions compared to other treatments.

Benefits of Verruca Needling:

  • Long-lasting results: Most patients see a permanent resolution of their verruca after just one session.
  • Suitable for all ages: Verruca needling can be performed on both adults and children with persistent verrucae.
  • Effective on resistant verrucae: Ideal for verrucae that have been resistant to other treatments.

What to Expect after Treatment

Following the procedure you may experience mild discomfort or swelling in the treated area but this typically subsides within a few days. You’ll be able to walk and return to most normal activities, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for a short period. The verruca will gradually reduce in size as your immune system works to clear the virus.

Say goodbye to stubborn verrucae. At Surrey Foot Service, our experienced podiatrists are here to help. Verruca Needling is a proven, effective solution for long-lasting relief.