Many patients exploring comfortable wart treatment worry, is SWIFT therapy painful? Now, the procedure is not completely pain-free. But any discomfort felt should be mild, and resolve once the treatment is complete. Here are some additional tips for managing discomfort during treatment with SWIFT therapy for plantar warts.
Is SWIFT Therapy Painful?
This plantar wart treatment option uses low-level micorwave energy to destroy wart cells and activate your immune ystem's ability to fight the HPV virus that causes wart development. While not painful, some patients do experience discomfort during treatment, describing the sensation as being similar to getting scratched or stung. The energy level can be controlled to accomodate patient level, and any discomfort should resolve once the treatment session is complete. Most patients still find SWIFT to be a more comfortable wart treatment than options that involved freezing, burning or applying chemicals to the skin.
Managing Discomfort
If you are concerned about treatment, remember that most sessions only last for several seconds. (Times vary by the size and number of warts on your foot.) Pain should resolve after treatment is complete, though you may develop a small blister or notice some redness. Mild tenderness may persist for a short time after treatment, but it can be easily managed with over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen or acetominophen.
Seeking Comfortable Wart Treatment at Your Marietta Podiatrist
Compared to other wart treatment options, SWIFT therapy is comfortable and effective. You can resume normal activities immediately after a treatment session, and won't have to worry about wound dressings or post-procedure care. While not recommended for patients who are pregnant; have pacemakers; or those with metal implants, it can be an effective option for most other patients. Contact our office to learn more and see if SWIFT can finally help you resolve pesky plantar warts with minimal discomfort.
