WART TREATMENT & REMOVAL IN WESTCHESTER, NY
Westchester Podiatric Medicine – Nerve & Wound Healing Institute, led by Dr. John Marzano, provides advanced treatment for plantar warts (foot warts).
Plantar Wart Swift® Therapy Specialist
Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and develop on the bottom of the foot. They often appear as small, rough growths and can feel like stepping on a stone when walking. Because the virus lives beneath the skin, warts may persist or return after over-the-counter treatments.
Swift® Microwave Therapy (Plantar Wart Removal Technology)
We offer Swift® Microwave Therapy, an advanced plantar wart removal technology that uses immune system response therapy to help the body recognize and eliminate the HPV virus at its source.
Unlike traditional cryotherapy (freezing), which only destroys surface wart tissue, Swift works below the surface by stimulating a targeted immune response to address the underlying viral infection.
Benefits include no surgery or cutting, no injections, and minimal downtime, along with quick in-office treatments that are effective for stubborn or recurring warts.
If foot or ankle pain is limiting your mobility, contact Westchester Podiatric Medicine – Nerve & Wound Healing Institute to schedule a consultation with Dr. John Marzano and learn whether Swift® Microwave Therapy is right for you.
SWIFT® Microwave Therapy For Plantar Warts
Are you tired of dealing with pesky warts?
SWIFT® THERAPY FOR WARTS AND SKIN LESIONS
Westchester Podiatric Medicine – Nerve & Wound Healing Institute, led by Dr. John Marzano is very excited to announce that we have a brand new and effective treatment for surface based skin lesions, primarily warts. “Plantar” means “Of the sole” in Latin. Unlike other types of warts, plantar warts are typically quite painful as the pressure from walking and standing forces them to grow into your skin. Like all warts, Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) virus, specifically types 1, 2, 4, 60, and 63. Underneath the skin, the wart can have finger-like roots that reach down and grow, making them very difficult to treat effectively from the surface.
WHAT IS SWIFT®?
Swift is a cutting edge, FDA Cleared technology that has proven to be highly effective in the removal of plantar warts. It delivers low dose microwave energy through a specialized probe that targets and effectively treats the underlying HPV virus by stimulating a natural immune response in the body. We like to say that we’re addressing the root cause; not the symptom.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Swift protocol involves between 3 and 4 treatments, spaced 4 weeks apart; aligning with the body’s natural immune cycle. Each treatment lasts only 5-10 minutes and is what we call a “sock off - sock on” treatment: Limited debridement, no breaking of the skin, no bandages. No home treatment is required between treatments and patients are able to resume daily activities immediately post treatment.
HOW EFFECTIVE IS SWIFT®?
The Swift technology treatment feels similar to the pain of a small scratch or injection, lasting only a few seconds before immediately subsiding. Some may experience some soreness after the treatment, but not anything strong enough to impair normal day-to-day activities.
DOES IT HURT?
While pain is variable and patient/lesion specific, most patients typically feel some level of discomfort as infected tissue temperatures are rapidly elevated over a 2 second dose of energy. The pain immediately subsides following cessation of energy delivery and there is very limited post procedural pain, in fact some report an immediate reduction in pain levels. All patients are about to continue on with day-to-day activities immediately following treatment.
WHEN YOU SHOULD COME SEE US?
It’s important to visit a podiatrist if you suspect or feel that you have a plantar wart and are seeking removal. The longer you wait to seek treatment, the more likely the wart is to persist. Here are some common symptoms to look out for:
You may get the feeling of “painful pebbles” in your shoes. You may experience pain when you compress the sides of the wart.
You may see a circular flat spot on the skin with a depressed area in the middle. They may appear “yellowed” with a crust; small black dots can be an easy give away. The lesion on your foot is painful, bleeding, or has changed color.
Treatments you have tried do not work, and the wart reoccurs or multiplies.
Discomfort that prevents you from doing regular activities.
Poor sensation in your feet.
You are unsure if the lesion is a wart.
WHAT TO DO NEXT?
If you would like to our expert Foot Doctor to help get rid of your warts and/or learn more about SWIFT® Treatment, please book a consultation with us. Our Podiatry team at Westchester Podiatric Medicine – Nerve & Wound Healing Institute will be happy to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Plantar warts typically appear as small, rough bumps on the sole of the foot that may occur alone or in clusters. They often contain tiny black dots, which are clotted blood vessels within the wart. The surrounding skin may become thickened or callused and can be painful when pressed.
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You should see a podiatrist if your warts are painful or spreading, or if home treatments have not worked. It is also recommended if you want removal for comfort or appearance, or if you have diabetes or a weakened immune system.
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Plantar warts form on weight-bearing areas of the foot. Each step presses the lesion against nerves, which can cause sharp or persistent pain
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Swift® is a non-invasive microwave therapy that uses immune system response therapy to target and eliminate the HPV virus. It requires no surgery, no injections, and has minimal downtime.