What is verruca needling?

This procedure is unlike any other verruca treatment. It involves numbing the verruca with a local anaesthetic and puncturing it multiple times to push the virus into the blood stream to allow the immune system to recognise and eradicate it. 


Is verruca needling painful?

No. The treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic, making the procedure itself completely painless. You may experience a bruise like feeling for up to a week after treatment but this is normally manageable. 

How many sessions are required?

Unlike traditional freezing or acid treatments that require weekly visits, verruca needling is normally effective after the first treatment (70-80% effective)

Can I walk after the procedure? 

Yes. You will have a protective dressing applied as soon as you leave the clinic. 

What is the success rate?

Verruca needling tends to be 70-80% effective. We can repeat the procedure up to 3 times, spaced 6 months apart.