✅ Not sure which wart treatment is right for you?
Our Plantar Warts Knowledge Centre explains causes, symptoms and the full range of treatment options we offer at Sydney Podiatry Co.
If you've been dealing with a painful or persistent plantar wart that won't respond to creams, acids or freezing, Swift microwave therapy may be the solution.
At Sydney Podiatry Co in Balgowlah, we provide advanced Swift wart treatment for patients across the Northern Beaches, including Manly, Fairlight, Seaforth, Mosman, Cremorne, Brookvale, Dee Why and surrounding suburbs.
Swift is one of the most effective in-clinic treatments for stubborn plantar warts, helping your body clear the virus naturally, with no downtime or dressings after treatment.
Swift is an innovative wart treatment technology developed in the UK, using microwave energy delivered through a specialised probe applied directly to the wart. This energy generates controlled heat within the verruca, targeting the infected tissue at its source.
Research shows that this process, known as local hyperthermia, is often more effective than traditional wart treatments such as freezing or acid.
Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). One reason warts can be so persistent is that HPV can evade your immune system, allowing the wart to remain hidden within the skin for months or even years.
Swift works by delivering microwave energy to a precise depth, heating the infected tissue to around 42–45°C. This controlled heat places the infected cells under stress, making them visible to your immune system. Your body can then recognise and clear the virus naturally over time.
Yes. Swift is very safe.
Microwaves are a form of non-ionising radiation, meaning they do not damage DNA. Microwave technology is used every day in mobile phones, WiFi and Bluetooth devices. Swift has been designed specifically for medical use and is used widely in podiatry clinics across Australia and internationally.
Traditional treatments including cryotherapy, salicylic acid, needling and electrotherapy all work by irritating or destroying tissue in the hope of triggering an immune response. Success rates are often low, and most require frequent appointments, dressings and downtime.
Swift is different:
Swift is a modern, evidence-based option for patients wanting a more effective and less disruptive approach to stubborn plantar warts.
We recommend arriving with clean, dry feet and wearing comfortable footwear.
Sydney Podiatry Co is located at Shop 1, 398 Sydney Road, Balgowlah, with street frontage and easy parking. We see patients for Swift wart treatment from across the Northern Beaches, including:
Book Online — or call us on (02) 9949 3327
Swift wart treatment is priced per session. The total cost depends on the size and number of plantar warts being treated, as well as how many sessions are required.
Most patients need around 3 treatments, spaced about 4 weeks apart.
We’re happy to provide exact pricing after an assessment at our Balgowlah clinic, as every wart is different.
Most people require 3 Swift sessions, with appointments usually booked 4 weeks apart and a 12-week follow-up appointment.
Some stubborn or long-standing verrucae may need additional treatments, particularly if they have been present for many months or years.
Your podiatrist will tailor the treatment plan based on your wart’s depth, location and duration.
Swift is very quick, but you may feel a short burst of heat or discomfort during the treatment application.
Most patients describe it as:
A sharp hot sensation lasting only a few seconds
Similar to briefly stepping into hot water
The discomfort settles quickly, and most people feel normal again within minutes.
No. One of the major benefits of Swift is that there is:
No open wound
No need for dressings
No recovery time
You can walk out of the clinic immediately and return to normal activities the same day.
Swift works by stimulating your immune system to recognise and clear the virus over time.
Many patients notice changes within the first few treatments, but full clearance can take several weeks or months as the body gradually resolves the wart naturally.
Your podiatrist will monitor progress at each visit.
Yes. Swift is commonly chosen by patients who have tried:
Acid treatments
Freezing (cryotherapy)
Over-the-counter wart remedies
Ongoing verrucae for years
Swift is particularly effective for stubborn plantar warts because it targets the infected tissue while activating an immune response.
✅ Not sure which wart treatment is right for you?
Our Plantar Warts Knowledge Centre explains causes, symptoms and the full range of treatment options we offer at Sydney Podiatry Co.
In some cases, yes. SWIFT is often a great option for children with painful or persistent verrucae because it avoids cutting or dressings.
Suitability depends on age, wart location, and discomfort levels, so we recommend an assessment with one of our podiatrists first.
SWIFT aims to help your immune system clear the HPV virus, which reduces the chance of recurrence.
However, like all wart treatments, recurrence is still possible, especially in people prone to verrucae.
We also provide advice on preventing spread and reducing reinfection.
Traditional wart treatments often rely on destroying the surface tissue and hoping the immune system responds.
Swift is different because it:
Targets the wart at a precise depth
Does not damage surrounding healthy skin
Requires no dressings
Has no downtime
Stimulates a stronger immune response
Many patients choose Swift after other treatments have failed.
Usually, no preparation is required.
If the wart has a thick callus over it, your podiatrist may gently reduce this before treatment to improve effectiveness.
We recommend arriving with clean, dry feet and wearing comfortable footwear.
Swift is available at Sydney Podiatry Co in Balgowlah, and we regularly see patients from across the Northern Beaches, including:
Manly
Fairlight
Seaforth
Mosman
Brookvale
Freshwater
If you’re looking for an effective solution for a stubborn plantar wart, our team would love to help.
Book a Swift wart consultation in Balgowlah today.
Call: (02) 9949 3327
Book online via the Book Now button
Email: reception@sydneypodiatryco.com.au