Swift Wart Therapy .

What is Swift® Wart Therapy?
Swift therapy is a treatment that uses microwave energy to treat the virus that causes warts and verrucas. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) which is a group of viruses that is contagious, and spreads through either direct contact (skin to skin), or indirect contact (touching contaminated surfaces like floors in locker rooms, showers or public swimming pool floors and surfaces, or contaminated towels and socks etc).
The virus enters tiny breaks in the skin and causes skin cells to grow and multiply more quickly than usual. The excess cell growth creates a thick, rough lump on the skin’s surface, which can often have an unsightly ‘cauliflower’ appearance, as in the common wart. When it appears on the soles of feet the pressure of your body weight causes the wart to grow inwards and become painful, and this is known as a verruca or plantar wart.
Swift wart therapy uses microwave energy to trigger an immune response against the human papillomavirus, and is considered more successful than previous, more traditional options. HPV has evolved mechanisms to evade detection and destruction by the immune system which is why it can take several months to years to disappear completely. With Swift Therapy, most warts resolve within a few weeks to several months after the last treatment.


Benefits of Swift® Microwave Therapy.
If you are looking for Swift wart treatment in Warwick, then look no further than Optimise Health. We offer cutting edge technology in our approach to wart removal, and Swift Therapy is a relatively new and very successful type of treatment for warts. The numerous benefits of this treatment include:
High success rate
74-83% success (particularly with stubborn warts) compared with 39-53% for more traditional treatments like Cryotherapy (freezing), or Salicylic Acid.
Very low recurrence rate
compared with traditional methods.
It is a non-invasive procedure
Therefore no anaesthetic is needed, and there are no post-treatment dressings required.
The duration of the treatment is very quick
Often lasting just a few seconds. Traditional methods can cause discomfort both during and after treatment.
The surface of the skin remains intact
So the skin heals without cutting or burning, unlike traditional methods that can cause blisters or open wounds that require bandaging or after-care.
Microwaves are very safe
They cannot damage the DNA of living cells so there is no significant damage or scarring to surrounding healthy tissue.
Who Is Swift® Wart Treatment Suitable For?
With a few exceptions, this treatment is suitable for most people experiencing skin lesions. Your podiatrist will complete a full assessment prior to treatment and can advise if Swift® treatment is right for you.
It is important to tell your podiatrist if any of the following relates to you as this may affect your suitability for Swift® treatment:
- Diabetes
- Numbness or tingling in your feet
- Peripheral vascular disease or poor blood flow to your feet
- A history of serious or recurrent infections such as cellulitis
- Immune system compromises
- Pregnancy
- Metal implants
- Internal defibrillator or pacemaker device fitted.


Take the next step in addressing warts
by exploring our treatment options.
Two Great Locations.
Optimise Health have multiple specialists working across our two conveniently located clinics in Toowoomba and Warwick.
14 Ipswich Street, Toowoomba
Monday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Shop 2/44-46 Wood St, Warwick
Monday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Frequently Asked Questions.
How does Swift wart removal work?
Swift wart treatment works by stimulating the body’s immune system to respond to the virus and destroy it from within. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is very clever at hiding in the outer layers of the skin, making it hard for the immune system to recognise infected cells, and the virus stimulates the skin to grow extra layers, further shielding itself from detection. HPV can also actively interfere with the immune system’s signalling pathways, so it is less likely to be identified and destroyed, and it only produces minimal proteins during its life cycle, few of which trigger an immune response.
When you visit us for Swift wart removal in Toowoomba, the process we use is very straightforward and utilises techniques aimed at reducing discomfort. We apply a handheld probe to the wart and deliver microwave energy directly to the wart. This energy is delivered to a predetermined depth leaving the surrounding, healthy tissue undamaged.
The microwave energy causes water molecules within the cells to collide, generating localised heat, and this “heat shock” activates the body’s immune response so it will recognise HPV and destroy it.
The procedure only takes a few seconds, and the sensation of the heat shock may be similar to a sharp, pin-prick feeling, or a sudden heat that quickly subsides. Once the treatment is finished you can continue your normal activities immediately. We schedule repeat sessions several weeks apart to allow the immune system to respond and the skin to regenerate.
When to consider choosing Swift wart treatment?
While Swift wart therapy is a very safe and effective way to treat common warts and verrucas, it may not be suitable for everyone. Very young children may not tolerate the sharp, sudden but brief sensation during treatment, or be able to stay still during application so a gentler option, like a cream, may be preferred.
Swift therapy may not be suitable for pregnant women or those suffering certain medical conditions, but our podiatrists will be able to advise you whether or not you are suitable for treatment. People with pacemakers and other implanted, electronic devices are contraindicated to ensure there is no risk of a device malfunction.
The cost of Swift therapy is also a consideration, as it can be more expensive per session than over-the-counter treatments. However, the higher success rate makes this option more cost effective overall as fewer appointments and treatments are necessary.
Our professional podiatrists will be able to advise you on the most appropriate choice of treatment and recommend a treatment plan for your individual needs, when you visit us for Swift wart removal in Toowoomba.
Who can Have Swift Wart Therapy?
Almost anyone will benefit, and our podiatrists will be able to advise you (not generally recommended for very young children, pregnant women and those with pacemakers).
How Quickly Will Treatment Work?
A change should start to show after a few days. How many treatments you require depends on how well your immune system responds.
Does Swift Treatment Hurt?
Usually the sensation is a brief pin-prick that lasts no more than a few seconds.
What can I do After my Treatment?
There is no broken skin, so you can do anything; swim, shower, run or jump!
Will my Warts Come Back?
Usually once the wart is gone, it’s gone for good. There is no guarantee you won’t catch another in the future though.
Who Offers Swift Therapy?
For Swift wart treatment in Warwick visit us at Optimise Health – we will take care of you, literally warts and all! Contact the team to get started.