Why Do Warts Keep Coming Back? SWIFT Can Help Stop the Cycle

If you've ever had a wart—especially one on your foot—you probably know the drill. You try freezing it. Then come the creams. Maybe even some scraping. It disappears… and then? Yep. It’s back again.

So why do these pesky little things keep coming back? And more importantly—what can actually get rid of them for good?

Let’s walk through it together.

What Are Warts, Really?

Warts are caused by a virus. Specifically, the human papillomavirus (HPV). That’s right—it’s not just a bump on the skin. It’s your body reacting to a viral infection. And like most viruses, it’s sneaky.

Some people’s immune systems naturally fight the virus off, and the wart goes away on its own. But other times? The virus settles in, and your immune system doesn’t even notice it. That’s when warts can hang around—or come back again and again.

Why Traditional Treatments Don’t Always Work

Most common wart treatments focus on the outside of the skin.

• Freezing (cryotherapy) kills wart tissue, but doesn’t always get the virus.

• Salicylic acid removes layers of skin but doesn’t alert your immune system.

• Cutting or burning might remove the bump, but not the cause.

So while these methods might shrink or even temporarily remove the wart, the virus behind it can still be lurking. And once conditions are right? Boom—it’s back.

That’s why so many people deal with repeat warts, especially on the feet.

Meet SWIFT: A Smarter Way to Treat Warts

At Pomona Valley Podiatry, we use something called SWIFT wart therapy, and it’s changing the game.

Instead of just treating the surface, SWIFT uses low-dose microwave energy to gently heat up the area around the wart. This does two powerful things:

1. It disrupts the wart tissue—so the virus has nowhere to hide.

2. It wakes up your immune system—so your body can finally recognize the virus and fight it off for good.

Think of it like flipping on a light in a dark room. Suddenly your body sees the virus and can do something about it.

Does It Hurt?

People often ask if SWIFT hurts. The truth? You may feel a short zap of heat for a couple of seconds. Most folks describe it like a quick pinch or the feeling of a rubber band snap. And that’s it.

No numbing, no cuts, no bandages. You walk in, walk out, and go about your day.

Why We Love It (And You Might Too)

• No downtime — You can get back to walking, running, or even dancing the same day.

• No messy creams or daily routines — SWIFT treatments are spaced out over weeks.

• It actually helps your body fight the virus — so the results are longer-lasting.

We’ve seen patients who tried everything finally get clear skin again after just a few sessions with SWIFT. And the best part? The warts haven’t come back.

You Don’t Have to Live with Warts

If you’re tired of the repeat cycle, we get it. Warts can be stubborn, painful, and just plain annoying—especially when they keep showing up in the same spot.

The good news? You don’t have to keep repeating the same treatments that only work part of the time.

SWIFT targets the real cause—your body’s own immune response—and helps stop the cycle.

Ready to take the first step toward clear, comfortable skin again? Call us at Pomona Valley Podiatry and ask about SWIFT. We’re here to help.