Verrucae: An update and contemporary approaches to management

Plantar warts or verrucae continue to be a common reason for a visit to the podiatrist. Previous CPD articles published on this topic have focused on chemical management and cryosurgery. In the last decade we have seen new research publications and the introduction of novel techniques into mainstream podiatry such as needling and microwave treatment. This article serves to provide a clinical update on the subject whilst focusing on these newer modalities, which are increasingly being used in podiatry.