Foot Problems: Toenails, Verrucas & Corns
Ingrown toenails, fungal nails, verrucas, corns and hard skin are common, and can make walking uncomfortable. At the Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre in the Lloyd’s Building, EC3, our HCPC-registered podiatrist treats them and gives you a plan to keep your feet healthy.
What we treat
- Ingrown toenails
- Fungal nail infections
- Verrucas
- Corns and calluses (hard skin)
- Thickened or difficult-to-cut nails
- Athlete’s foot
- Skin conditions on the feet, such as psoriasis and dermatitis
- Diabetic foot checks
How we treat it
Every podiatry appointment includes a vascular assessment, sensory testing and a full foot health check. For most of these problems, book an Initial General Podiatry Treatment, which includes:
- Nail care: cutting, filing and clearing
- Removing corns and hard skin
- Treating ingrown toenails
- Assessment and a treatment plan for fungal nails, verrucas and skin problems
Verrucas and fungal nails involve following a treatment plan at home and may need several appointments. Short 15-minute check-ups are available once treatment has started. For regular foot care, a medical pedicure covers nails, corns and hard skin in one appointment.
Our podiatrist is Georgia Stanton (HCPC registration CH35768), who has specialist knowledge of foot care for people with diabetes and vascular disease. See our podiatry page for more.
Prices
An Initial General Podiatry Treatment is £72 for 30 minutes, follow-ups are £72, a medical pedicure is £95 for 45 minutes and a check-up is £35 for 15 minutes. Podiatry usually isn’t covered by private medical insurance, though some policies do. See our full price list.
When to get urgent help
If you have diabetes and notice a cut, blister, ulcer, or any redness, swelling or heat in your foot, contact your GP or diabetes foot team the same day. Anyone with spreading redness, pus or a fever with a painful toe should see a doctor urgently, as these can be signs of infection.
Where we are
The Thrive4Life Wellbeing Centre is in the Lloyd’s Building, One Lime Street, London EC3M 7HA, a few minutes’ walk from Bank, Monument, Fenchurch Street and Aldgate. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm, and you don’t need to work at Lloyd’s: we’ll arrange a visitor pass when you book. See how to find us.
Who you’ll see
Frequently Asked Questions
Which podiatry appointment should I book?
For ingrown toenails, fungal nails, verrucas, corns, hard skin or a diabetic foot check, book an Initial General Podiatry Treatment (£72, 30 minutes). For routine foot care, book a medical pedicure (£95, 45 minutes). If you’re not sure, call us on 020 7327 5341.
Can you treat an ingrown toenail?
Yes. Our podiatrist treats ingrown toenails and will advise you on cutting your nails and footwear to stop them coming back.
How long does fungal nail treatment take?
Fungal nails are slow to clear, because the nail has to grow out. Treatment involves a plan to follow at home and may need several appointments. Your podiatrist will explain what to expect.
Can you remove verrucas?
Our podiatrist treats verrucas. Treatment involves a plan to follow at home and may need several appointments, with short check-ups along the way.
Is a medical pedicure different from a salon pedicure?
Yes. A medical pedicure is carried out by a registered podiatrist and includes a nail cut and file, removing corns and calluses, skin filing and buffing, and nail treatment, with a check of your foot health.
Can I claim podiatry on insurance?
Usually not. Most private medical insurance doesn’t cover podiatry, though some policies do, so check with your insurer.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book a podiatry appointment directly.
Do I need to work at Lloyd’s to book?
No. Anyone can book. Tell us when you book and we’ll arrange a visitor pass; bring photo ID on the day. See how to find us.