Verrucae can be stubborn and uncomfortable, and traditional treatments do not always clear them. Swift is a modern option that offers a quick, effective alternative for many people.
What a Verruca Is, and Why They Can Be Stubborn
A verruca is a wart on the sole of the foot, caused by a common virus that thrives in warm, damp places like changing rooms and poolsides. Pressure from standing and walking pushes it inwards, which is why it can be painful and why many home and over-the-counter treatments struggle to reach and clear it.
How Swift Verruca Treatment Works
Swift is a novel technology from the United Kingdom, licensed to manage skin lesions in podiatry and dermatology. By utilising microwave energy, Swift effectively targets and treats the affected tissue through a specialised probe applied to the skin. It is a quick and easy treatment, though it is not unusual to feel a sharp stinging sensation during it. The area might feel sore afterwards, but this should quickly settle.
What to Expect From Treatment
Each session is short, and there are no dressings or downtime, so you can walk out and carry on with your day. A course usually involves several sessions spaced a few weeks apart, and the effectiveness of the treatment varies based on your response. Your clinician will determine the treatment plan, and the team at Advanced Footcare can provide further information at your appointment.
Is Swift Right for You?
With the exception of a few cases, most people with skin lesions can undergo this treatment. It is not advised for diabetic patients, patients with implanted electronic devices or electrodes, or near metallic objects such as metal foot implants or jewellery. There are also several alternative treatments for warts and verrucae, and we will assess your verruca and explain all the options, with their advantages and disadvantages, before recommending the best approach for you.
Why People Choose Swift
Swift appeals to many people because it is quick, needs no dressings and lets you carry on with your day straight after, unlike some acid or freezing treatments that need repeated home care. It is a modern, evidence-based option for verrucae that have not cleared with other approaches.
Why Choose Advanced Footcare for Verruca Treatment
- A proper assessment before treatment, with every option explained
- Swift microwave therapy alongside traditional options under one roof
- Quick sessions with no dressings and no downtime
- Experienced, HCPC-registered clinicians
- Honest advice on what is realistic for your verruca
To have a verruca assessed, call 01306 883 332 or book an appointment.
Frequently asked questions.
Does Swift verruca treatment hurt?
It is not unusual to feel a sharp stinging sensation during the treatment, which is quick. The area may feel sore afterwards, but this should settle quickly. The treatment is fast and does not need anaesthetic or dressings.
How many Swift treatments will I need?
The number of sessions varies with how you respond. Your clinician will assess the verruca and set out a treatment plan, and the team can give you more detail at your appointment.
Is Swift suitable for everyone?
Most people with verrucae can have Swift, but it is not advised for diabetic patients, those with implanted electronic devices or electrodes, or near metal implants or jewellery. We assess suitability before treating.
How many Swift sessions will I need?
It varies with how your verruca responds, but a course usually involves several sessions spaced a few weeks apart. Your clinician will set out a realistic plan once they have assessed it.
Is there any downtime after Swift?
No. There are no dressings and no recovery time, so you can walk out and carry on with your day straight away, though the area may feel a little sore for a short while.
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