Q&A: Arthritis treatment makes a comeback

Q. I have two plantar warts on my foot, and they hurt so much that on some days I can’t always walk my 10,000 steps. What will ease my discomfort and let me get back to exercising? – Mia, via email A. Walking with plantar warts can feel like walking with a pointy rock in your shoe — or two, in your case. That’s because these warts grow inward from your sole (the plantar surface of your foot).

Our favorite remedy for mild plantar warts involves duct tape. Yep, duct tape. Cover the warts tightly with it for a week, then peel it off; the warts usually follow. There also are effective over-the-counter treatments, such as salicylic acid. However, if yours aren’t mild, you need to see a dermatologist.