Microwave Treatment of Common and Plantar Warts

"Localized microwave energy applied to the wart lesion. Treatment is in 4-week intervals (minimum of 2 treatments, maximum of 4 treatments).~For common warts (usually hands, elbow, knees): Treatment starts at 6W and applied locally for a 2 second burst and the dose and duration is adjusted (up or down) as is tolerable for the subject. Treatment is repeated on the same wart as is tolerable (3-5 repetitions).~For plantar warts: Treatment starts at 8W and applied locally for a 2 second burst and the dose and duration is adjusted (up or down) as is tolerable for the subject. Treatment is repeat on the same wart as is tolerable (3-5 repetitions).~Less power for a longer time will result in a more gradual temperature rise. Higher power for a shorter time will result in a more immediate temperature rise."

Local application of Cryotherapy. Treatment is in 4-week intervals (minimum of 2 treatments, maximum of 4 treatments).