SwiftÂŽ Verruca Treatment at Feet First Podiatry Clinic
SwiftÂŽ is an innovative treatment for verrucae that uses microwave energy to stimulate the bodyâs own immune response to the virus. Unlike traditional treatments that focus on destroying the verruca tissue, SwiftÂŽ works by encouraging your immune system to recognise and clear the infection.
It is particularly effective for verrucae that are painful, long-standing or resistant to other forms of treatment.
What SwiftÂŽ is Used For
SwiftÂŽ is suitable for treating:
- Painful verrucae on the sole of the foot
- Long-standing verrucae
- Verrucae resistant to creams or freezing
- Deep or pressure-related verrucae
- Verrucae affecting sport, work or daily activity
- Adults and children
SwiftÂŽ can also be used for multiple verrucae during the same course of treatment.
How SwiftÂŽ Works
SwiftÂŽ delivers a brief burst of microwave energy into the verruca tissue. This:
- Heats the verruca in a controlled way
- Stimulates a local immune response
- Helps the body recognise and fight the virus
- Targets the cause rather than just the surface tissue
Because it works through immune activation, clearance can continue even after treatment sessions have finished.
What the Treatment Involves
- Assessment to confirm the lesion is a verruca
- Gentle preparation of the skin if required
- Application of SwiftÂŽ to the verruca
- Each treatment lasts a few seconds
- Immediate return to normal activity
No dressings are required and no chemicals are used.
How Many Treatments are Needed
Most treatment plans involve:
- 2â4 treatment sessions
- Sessions spaced a few weeks apart
Response varies between individuals, and improvement often continues after the final session.
Pain and Comfort
SwiftÂŽ can cause a brief, sharp sensation during treatment, lasting only a few seconds. The intensity can be adjusted and is well tolerated by most patients. There is no ongoing pain once the treatment is complete.
Aftercare and Recovery
- No dressings required
- No need to restrict activity
- Normal walking and sport can continue
- No risk of chemical burns or open wounds
This makes SwiftÂŽ ideal for people who want minimal disruption to daily life.
Why Choose SwiftÂŽ Over Traditional Treatments
SwiftÂŽ offers several advantages compared to freezing or topical acids:
- Targets the virus via the immune system
- No needles
- No chemicals
- No dressings
- Minimal downtime
Suitable for children and adults
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SwiftÂŽ work?
Clinical studies show high success rates, particularly for stubborn verrucae.
Is SwiftÂŽ safe?
Yes. It is CE marked and widely used in podiatry clinics for nearly 10years.
Will the verruca disappear immediately?
Not always. Clearance often occurs gradually as the immune response develops.
Can verrucae come back after SwiftÂŽ?
Recurrence is less common, but no treatment can guarantee this.
Is SwiftÂŽ better than freezing?
For many long-standing verrucae, SwiftÂŽ is more effective, but suitability is assessed individually. Research shows around 83% of verrucae will go with an average of 3.4 treatments.