Burley and Twin Falls Idaho Swift Treatment Services

SWIFT Treatment for Foot and Ankle Pain Relief

If you're struggling with painful or embarrassing foot warts, the FDA-approved Swift treatment offers a revolutionary approach to eliminate them for good. Unlike traditional methods that often require multiple painful sessions, this microwave therapy provides faster relief with minimal discomfort. At Canyon Foot + Ankle Specialists, our Burley and Twin Falls, Idaho podiatrists use this cutting-edge technology to help you return to your active lifestyle without the burden of recurring warts or lengthy recovery times.

Reach out now to our Burley office at 208-678-2727 or call us in Twin Falls at 208-733-0436. Appointments are also available for request through our online portal.

What Is Swift Treatment and How Does It Work?

Swift therapy represents a major advancement in podiatric care. Unlike conventional treatments that focus primarily on removing the visible wart tissue, Swift targets the root cause—the virus itself.

The treatment works by delivering a precise, controlled dose of microwave energy through a specialized probe. This energy penetrates to a predetermined depth in the skin where it heats the affected tissue. The increase in temperature stimulates your body's immune response to recognize and fight the HPV virus.

Each Swift treatment session is remarkably quick, typically lasting just 5–10 minutes. The microwave energy is applied in 2-second bursts, with most patients requiring 3–4 treatments spaced approximately four weeks apart. This spacing allows your immune system to respond and develop between sessions, increasing the effectiveness of each treatment. Overall, Swift treatment has an 85% success rate.

What Can Swift Microwave Therapy Treat?

Our Burley and Twin Falls podiatrists use Swift primarily to address various types of virus-related growths.

Plantar Warts

These painful growths appear on the bottom of your feet, often making walking uncomfortable. Children and teens are particularly susceptible to plantar warts, as are people with compromised immune systems. You’ll notice this wart has a rough, grainy appearance with tiny black dots, which are small, clotted blood vessels. Swift treatment is particularly effective for these stubborn growths.

Common Warts

While typically found on hands and fingers, these warts can also appear on your feet. They have a raised, rough surface and may resemble a cauliflower. Swift treatment can effectively address these warts when they appear on the feet.

Mosaic Warts

Usually found on the ball or heel, or under your toes, these clusters of small warts grow closely together. They can be particularly challenging to treat with conventional methods, but Swift treatment addresses both individual warts and clusters with equal effectiveness.

Periungual Warts

These warts occur around your toenails and can be painful and difficult to remedy. However, Swift treatment offers a solution that doesn't damage the nail bed or surrounding tissue.

Swift Treatment: A Revolutionary Approach to Wart Removal in Idaho

Plantar warts and other types of foot warts are most often caused by a non-cancerous strain of the human papillomavirus (HPV) virus. It typically enters the skin through tiny, often unseen cuts or abrasions. Since the virus thrives in warm, moist environments, communal bathing areas frequently contribute to infections, because you’re walking barefoot on virus-contaminated surfaces.

Plantar warts, which develop on the heel or ball of your foot, are a common ailment we treat at Canyon Foot + Ankle Specialists. These and other foot warts are irritating—and contagious!

This is why our Burley and Twin Falls podiatrists are proud to offer Swift treatment, an innovative, non-invasive solution that tackles warts at their source. This technology has transformed how we approach wart treatment, providing our Idaho patients with faster results and fewer treatment sessions than traditional methods.

4 Prime Advantages of Swift Treatment in Twin Falls and Burley

At Canyon Foot + Ankle Specialists, we’re proud to offer you world-class care right here at home. Here’s what you can expect with Swift therapy:

A pain-free experience. Most patients report only mild, momentary discomfort during the application, compared to the significant pain frequently associated with freezing, burning, or cutting warts. There's also no need for anesthesia, making it an excellent option for people of all ages.
No downtime. After your Swift treatment session, you can immediately return to your normal activities. There are no wounds, bandages, or special care requirements following treatment—you’ll put your shoe back on and return to regular activities.
Reduced risk of scarring. Traditional wart removal methods often damage surrounding healthy tissue, which can lead to scarring. Swift treatment precisely targets only the affected tissue, preserving the surrounding skin.
Lower recurrence rates. Swift treatment stimulates your body's immune response to recognize and fight the HPV virus, addressing the root cause of warts, not just the symptoms.

What to Expect During Your Swift Treatment Session

First, our skilled podiatrists at Canyon Foot + Ankle Specialists conduct a detailed examination and explain your diagnosis thoroughly. Then, if Swift therapy is right for you, we’ll develop a personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs.

Generally, you’ll experience a straightforward, efficient procedure:

The treatment area is cleaned, though no special preparation is needed.
Your podiatrist places the Swift device on the wart and applies microwave energy for 2 seconds. You may feel a brief sensation of heat.
The process may be repeated for larger warts or multiple warts.

On average, your condition might require about three Swift treatment sessions spaced four weeks apart. We also schedule a follow-up appointment a few weeks after your final treatment.