Swift® Microwave Verruca Treatment in Leeds

Swift® Microwave Therapy is an advanced treatment option for verrucas (plantar warts), available at The Foot Clinic Leeds. Developed in the UK, Swift uses microwave energy to stimulate an immune response in the affected tissue, helping the body recognise and fight the virus responsible for the verruca.

The Foot Clinic Leeds was the first provider of Swift within 20 miles of Leeds and has been offering the treatment since 2022. Through our continued use of Swift, we have developed extensive experience in providing this innovative treatment to patients in the area.

We are proud to have invested in this advanced technology and to offer Swift Microwave Therapy at both of our clinic locations, making this innovative treatment available to more patients across the area.

* As reported in the Swift Post Market Surveillance, which includes over 9500 verruca patients

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How much does Swift® Microwave Therapy cost?

A. For children aged 16 years and under, we usually recommend purchasing one treatment initially, which costs £140. In many cases, no further treatment is required after four weeks. If additional treatment is needed, further treatments can be purchased individually at £140 per treatment. We would not normally recommend more than three treatments for children, which would typically be completed over a 12-week period.

For adults aged over 16 years, we usually recommend purchasing a package of three treatments for the discounted price of £390, as adults often require three to four treatment sessions. The treatment package includes the cost of the initial Verruca Assessment / Treatment appointment.

Our commitment to you is simple: if you purchase the discounted three-treatment package and, after one or two treatments, no further treatment is clinically required, we will refund the remaining balance. Our treatment recommendations are always based on your clinical progress, not on completing a package.

If no verruca treatment is carried out during your assessment appointment, the standard Verruca Assessment & Treatment fee of £55 applies. However, if you proceed with Swift® treatment during that appointment, the assessment fee is included within the treatment cost, so you pay either for the assessment or the treatment—not both.

Adults may also choose to pay £140 per treatment on a pay-as-you-go basis if preferred.

Q. After waiting three months following my third treatment, how much does the Swift® Review appointment cost?

A. The Swift® Review appointment lasts up to 30 minutes and costs £48 if no further treatment is required.

If your verruca has completely resolved or you decide not to attend your review appointment, please let us know and we will be happy to cancel it.

If, following your review, you proceed with a fourth Swift® treatment or an alternative treatment such as Verrutop, the review appointment fee is included within the treatment cost.

Q. How many Swift® treatments will I need?

A. Every verruca is different. Many children require only one treatment, whereas adults often require three or four treatments. Your podiatrist will monitor your progress at each appointment and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan based on your individual response.

Q. How long does Swift® Microwave Therapy take?

A. Your first treatment can usually be carried out during your initial Verruca Assessment / Treatment appointment. Further treatments, where required, are normally carried out at four-week intervals.

Q. Can you treat more than one verruca during the same appointment?

A. Yes. We can treat multiple verrucas on one or both feet during the same appointment. For larger clusters, treatment is applied to several areas of the affected tissue.

Each microwave application lasts only two seconds and is repeated several times during the appointment. The treatment stimulates your body's immune response, helping it recognise and fight the human papillomavirus (HPV) responsible for the verruca.

Q. Is Swift® Microwave Therapy guaranteed to remove my verruca?

A. No. Unfortunately, no verruca treatment can guarantee complete removal. Published clinical evidence has shown high success rates with Swift® Microwave Therapy, but results vary depending on the individual patient and the characteristics of the verruca.

During your assessment, your podiatrist will discuss whether Swift® is the most appropriate treatment option for you and explain the likely outcomes based on your individual circumstances.

Q. Is Swift® treatment uncomfortable?

A. Swift® treatment can be uncomfortable during the two-second microwave application, with each verruca typically receiving around five applications during a treatment session.

The good news is that most patients experience little or no discomfort after treatment.

Due to the temporary discomfort during treatment, we do not normally provide Swift® therapy for children under six years of age. If you have any concerns about suitability, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your individual circumstances.

Q. Is Swift® Microwave Therapy suitable for everyone?

A. No. During your initial assessment, your podiatrist will determine whether Swift® is an appropriate treatment for you.

Your assessment considers a number of factors, including your age, medical history, current medication, general health and your ability to understand and consent to the treatment, including the temporary discomfort that may be experienced during the procedure.

We are also unable to provide Swift® treatment if you have recently been using over-the-counter verruca treatments and the skin is still visibly recovering. In these circumstances, we recommend waiting until the skin has fully recovered before booking an appointment to give the treatment the best possible chance of success.

Swift® treatment is not suitable for patients with metal implants in the vicinity of the treatment site.

There are many factors that determine whether Swift® is appropriate for an individual patient, which is why a full assessment is always required before treatment.

Q. Can I have a local anaesthetic before Swift® treatment?

A. No. Swift® Microwave Therapy must be provided in accordance with the manufacturer's clinical treatment protocol, which does not include the use of a local anaesthetic.

Q. Can I return to normal activities after treatment?

A. Yes. Most patients are able to return to their normal daily activities immediately after treatment. Your podiatrist will advise you if any temporary precautions are recommended based on your individual treatment.

For further information, please watch the videos below, where you can learn more about Swift® Microwave Therapy and hear from patients who have previously undergone treatment.