Should I File a Verruca?

Always remove overlying skin by filing with a pumice stone or emery board before applying any treatment. Putting a piece of duct tape over the verruca can help to get rid of it. The tape needs removing once a week, overlying skin removed with a file or pumice and new tape reapplied.

Can you remove a verruca by filing?

The most effective way to use salicylic acid is via a Podiatrist who can use high concentrations to get even better results. Tips for the most effective treatment include soaking the verruca and removing excess hard skin with a nail file or pumice stone before applying the salicylic acid.

Can you use a foot file on a verruca?

Do not pick at your verruca. When you file your verruca down, dispose of the dead skin carefully. The sand paper or emery board will also have the living virus on it, so do not use it for any other purpose, or you may spread the virus.