Plantar warts are rough, hardened warts that grow in the outer layers of skin on the soles of the feet.
Plantar warts, also known as verrucas, are actually caused by the same virus that causes normal warts: the human papillomavirus (HPV).
A plantar wart may develop when the virus makes its way into the skin through small cuts or other weakened points on the soles of your feet. Sometimes several plantar warts can fuse together in a cluster-like formation and are called mosaic warts.
Dr. Justin Franson, DPM, is a Board Certified Podiatric Foot and Ankle Specialist and Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He attended the School College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, graduating in 2001. Dr. Franson then accepted a three-year residency program at the Greater Los Angeles VA and UCLA County Hospital.
Dr. Franson specializes in several areas including total ankle replacement and sports medicine. Treating athletes and weekend warriors like himself brings him a lot of joy. Dr. Franson keeps active with running marathons, triathlons, hiking, basketball, and golf.