How much does verruca treatment cost?

Swift microwave therapy costs £450 for a course of 3 sessions (or £160 per session). Falknor’s needling costs £450, including the procedure and a follow-up appointment. Cryotherapy and acid treatments are included in your initial consultation (£90 at Sydenham or Croydon, £110 at Covent Garden). See our Fees page for the full price list.

Is verruca treatment painful?

Swift and needling treatments may cause mild discomfort, but both are well-tolerated with little to no recovery time needed.

Will the verruca come back after treatment?

While we use highly effective methods, no treatment guarantees 100% permanent results. However, we target the root cause to reduce recurrence.

Do you treat children with verrucas?

Yes! Our podiatrists and chiropodists are trained to treat children safely and comfortably, often using Swift or topical therapies.

How long does treatment take to work?

Results vary per person. Some patients respond after one session, while others may need multiple treatments over several weeks. Most verrucas we treat clear within 1 to 3 treatment sessions.

What is the fastest way to get rid of a verruca?

For stubborn verrucas, Swift Microwave Therapy (typically three short sessions) and Falknor’s Needling (usually a single treatment) offer the fastest results. Cryotherapy and acid treatments remain good alternatives for milder cases.

Are verrucas contagious?

Yes. Verrucas are caused by HPV and spread through direct skin contact or contaminated surfaces such as poolside floors, gym areas and shared towels. Covering a verruca with a waterproof plaster helps prevent spread.

Can I treat a verruca at home?

Over-the-counter salicylic acid treatments can help mild verrucas, but home treatment is often slow and unreliable for stubborn or painful ones. A podiatrist can assess the verruca and recommend the most effective, medically supervised option.

Can you cut out a verruca?

No — we don't cut verrucas out. Simply excising the visible wart doesn't remove the HPV virus in the surrounding skin, so the verruca often comes back, and cutting can be painful with a higher risk of scarring and infection. Instead, we treat the cause: Falknor's needling punctures the verruca under local anaesthetic to push the virus into deeper tissue, triggering your immune system to recognise and clear it — usually in a single treatment. Swift microwave therapy works similarly by stimulating an immune response without breaking the skin.

How do I know if it's a verruca or a corn?

A corn hurts under direct pressure, rarely bleeds and is simply hardened skin caused by friction. A verruca is usually tender when squeezed from the sides, may bleed if trimmed and is contagious. If in doubt, book an assessment with our podiatrists.

Verruca Treatment & Removal London

Podiatrist performing verruca treatment at Flawless Feet Podiatry & Laser Clinic

How We Treat Verrucas and Warts on the Feet

We offer multiple treatment options depending on the severity, location, and your medical history:

1. Swift Microwave Therapy

A non-invasive microwave treatment that helps your immune system recognise and clear the verruca. Often completed in 3 short sessions, it requires no downtime.

Why patients love Swift:

Minimal pain (pain levels vary from person to person)
No dressings required
No need to break the skin
High success rates for stubborn verrucas

Learn more about Swift Therapy → www.treatverruca.com

2. Falknor’s Needling Procedure

This technique involves puncturing the verruca under local anaesthetic, introducing the virus deeper into the tissue to prompt a natural immune response. Typically requires just one treatment.

Best for long-term or resistant verrucas

3. Cryotherapy and Acid Treatments

Traditional methods such as freezing or applying high-strength acids may be used in combination or as an alternative for less severe cases.

Verruca Treatment Prices

Treatment	Price
Swift Microwave Therapy	£450 for a course of 3 sessions (or £160 per session)
Falknor’s Needling	£450, including the procedure and a follow-up
Cryotherapy / acid treatments	Included in your initial consultation (£90 Sydenham/Croydon, £110 Covent Garden)

See our Fees page for the full price list.

Which Treatment Is Right for Me?

Still deciding? Here's how the three main options for warts on feet compare at a glance:

	Swift Microwave	Falknor’s Needling	Cryotherapy / Acid
Sessions	Usually 3, spaced 4 weeks apart	Usually 1	Several, varies by case
Pain	Mild discomfort during treatment	Local anaesthetic; sore for a few days after	Stinging or burning sensation
Downtime	None	1–2 days (avoid strenuous activity)	None
Price	£450 for 3 sessions (£160 per session)	£450 including follow-up	Included in consultation (£90–£110)
Best for	Adults & children; stubborn verrucas	Long-term or resistant verrucas	Milder cases & younger children

Your podiatrist will recommend the most suitable option for your verruca on foot after an assessment.

Why Act Now?

The longer a verruca is left untreated, the deeper and more painful it can become. Delayed treatment also increases the risk of spreading the virus to others—or to different parts of your own foot.

Feature	Corn	Verruca
Painful under direct pressure?	✅ Yes	🚫 Not usually
Bleeds when cut?	🚫 Rarely	✅ Often
Caused by virus?	🚫 No	✅ Yes
Contagious?	🚫 No	✅ Yes

Find Your Nearest Verruca Clinic in London

Expert podiatry care is never far away — visit us in Sydenham, Covent Garden or Croydon, open six days a week.

Covent Garden

30 The Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8BE

020 3713 8361

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Sydenham

30 Sydenham Road, Sydenham, London SE26 5QF

020 3713 8361

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Croydon (Shirley Park)

197a Shirley Road, Croydon CR0 8SB

020 3713 8361

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Customer Testimonials

Millie conducted a thorough investigation incl. an ultrasound scan and offered a firm diagnosis and treatment plan in only 30 mins. Whilst I would have preferred guidance on all of the aspects of treatment, I understand the limitations of an initial care plan. Ultimately I felt very reassured by Millie's expert advice about my foot issue.

Constanze Gilbert

My first appointment with Marta was fantastic. She was so helpful and informative. She explained what was happening with my feet, gave me treatment options and allowed me to think on them. I now have a treatment plan and know more about how to take care of my feet and what ill fitting shoes means for their health. Looking forward to my follow up appointment!

Sadaf Khan

Very nice clinic with lovely staff. My appointment with Marta went great, as she made me feel super comfortable and gave me her recommendations on the best course of action for my issue. Super professional and very clear with communication. Looking forward to seeing her again in the future! Thank you 🙏🏼

Hannah Brisola

Flawless by name, flawless by nature... I had a double nail avulsion treatment for my big toes after suffering intermittently with infections. Marta was incredible, very knowledgable, professional and friendly, the aftercare was also top notch. They've now fully grown back with no issues. I would highly recommend them 100 times over... thank you Flawless Feet Podiatry & Laser Clinic.

Bella Major

I went to Flawless feet for the first time today & left feeling utterly relieved after having a painful toe for sometime & not understanding the reason. Marta was extremely professional, knowledgeable and welcoming and I left feeling so much better and confident about looking after my feet myself at home, following Marta's suggestions after receiving the treatment. I have booked for a check up in a couple of months & will be avoiding cheap nail bar pedicures in future! Thank you Flawless Feet!

Sara Tierney

After having tried a few others for foot treatment. Flawless were the first to fully put me at ease. Relaxed, friendly, informative and professional staff are worth their weight in gold. My only regret is not coming to them years ago.

chris jarman

I would highly recommend Flawless Feet. I had three treatments with Millie after suffering knee pain for three years. I had received physiotherapy, acupuncture and osteopathic treatment, all of which helped but the pain and absence of the full range of motion persisted. Millie successfully treated my knee and after three sessions, assessed me as not requiring further treatment. She made recommendations for suitable trainers amd provided me with additional exercises to the ones issued by a physio. I am happily pain-free now and the full range of mobility has been restored. I would recommend Millie very highly. I was impressed that she did not suggest I needed further treatment or unnecessary assessments.

Emma Kelly

I visited Marta yesterday with some foot concerns and she was absolutely fantastic. Friendly, reassuring, professional. The clinic was clean, welcoming and I cannot recommend them more highly.

Robyn Cowling

I definetly recommend Flawless Feet in Sydenham. I have just finished my course of treatment and I felt totally cared for and comforted. The aftercare offered was excellent and Marta made me feel calm and in control throughout the whole procedure too.

Chloe Graham

Verruca Treatment & Removal in London

Verruca Treatment at a Glance

Why Won’t Your Verruca Go Away?

Falknor’s Needling: A Single Procedure That Is Often Enough for Stubborn Verrucas

Swift Microwave Therapy – Effective Treatment for Stubborn Verrucas & Warts

What Is a Verruca?

How Do You Get a Verruca?

Why Choose Flawless Feet for Verruca Removal?

Benefits of our verruca treatments: