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Understanding the Efficacy of Homoeopathic Remedies in the Treatment of Heloma (Corn)

  1. Neha Patel Department of Case taking and Repertory, Smt. C.M.P. Homeopathic Medical College, Mumbai

Abstract

Heloma (Corn), is a horny induration and thickening of the stratum corneum resulting from faulty mechanics, irregular distribution of pressure, bony prominences and repetitive motion injury due to repetitive activities or problems with footwear. Thus, both the extrinsic factor and the intrinsic factor are responsible for the formation of Heloma (Corn) affecting 14-18% of people. As most people consider it as a non-threatening condition, they seek home remedial measures like pedicures or cutting of the Heloma (Corn) which can cause injuries or complications (bacterial/fungal infection). The treatment of Heloma (Corn) are invasive with high recurrence rate, at times there is scarring after these treatment which inturn leads to formation of Heloma (Corn). This these treatment have low efficacy and need longer recovery period and at times immobilisation which can be for 4 to 6 weeks. As this condition is caused by the interplay of extrinsic factor and intrinsic factor, an individualized treatment must be considered for such a problem. Homoeopathic treatment deals with a holistic individualized approach where each patient suffering from Heloma (Corn) is not given the same remedy. Homeopathy offers noninvasive, cost-effective long-term remedies which are simple to administer, they have no side effects, will not result in scarring and will not require immobilization. Hence, this study lists the common type, location and cause of Heloma (Corn) and shows efficacy of homoeopathy in the treatment of Heloma (Corn) as demonstrated by the changes in the Number/Diameter of Heloma (Corn), Pain intensity using The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Quality of life of patients having Heloma (Corn) using EQ-5D 5L.

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