Healing Heels
Causes of cracked heels
Cracked heels are general foot problem that are frequently referred to as heel fissures. Cracked heels are normally caused by dry skin and made more complex if the skin around the rim of the heel is chunky . For the majority of people this is a irritation and a aesthetic problem but when the fissures or cracks are deep, they are hurting to stand on and the skin can bleed - in many cases this can become infected.
Symptoms of cracked heels
Cracks in the border of the heel or soles or web of toes are the main symptoms. The length and width may differ depending upon the situation and force exerted. The boundaries of the cracks are usually raised as crusts and defend against healing. Other than fissures, frequently there won’t be any symptoms. But in severe cases, pain will be more with blood loss and limitation of movement. Also, there will be pain in the cracks while on foot or standing or touching the part. Red raw part may show in some deep ulcers. Discharges can occur in case of infection.
Applying an oil based moisturizing ointment twice on a daily basis is really important to get on top of this problem. A pumice stone can be used to shrink the depth of the hard skin. After looking at the 'tomato' analogy above it should be obvious why it is important to avoid open backed shoes or thin soled shoes.
Never try to cut the hard skin your self with a straight razor blade or a pair of scissors. There is a risk of an infection developing and taking too much off.
Do :
Keep your soles clean
Wear comfortable shoes
Wear socks to stop friction
Apply oil, if there is dryness
Eat rich sources of vitamins - fruits, dates, leafy vegetables etc.
Should not do:
Walking uncovered foot
Tight shoes
Standing for a long time in water
Contact of bleaching powder or any other chemical
Using strong chemical soaps
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Cracked heels are general foot problem that are frequently referred to as heel fissures. Cracked heels are normally caused by dry skin and made more complex if the skin around the rim of the heel is chunky . For the majority of people this is a irritation and a aesthetic problem but when the fissures or cracks are deep, they are hurting to stand on and the skin can bleed - in many cases this can become infected.
Symptoms of cracked heels
Cracks in the border of the heel or soles or web of toes are the main symptoms. The length and width may differ depending upon the situation and force exerted. The boundaries of the cracks are usually raised as crusts and defend against healing. Other than fissures, frequently there won’t be any symptoms. But in severe cases, pain will be more with blood loss and limitation of movement. Also, there will be pain in the cracks while on foot or standing or touching the part. Red raw part may show in some deep ulcers. Discharges can occur in case of infection.
Applying an oil based moisturizing ointment twice on a daily basis is really important to get on top of this problem. A pumice stone can be used to shrink the depth of the hard skin. After looking at the 'tomato' analogy above it should be obvious why it is important to avoid open backed shoes or thin soled shoes.
Never try to cut the hard skin your self with a straight razor blade or a pair of scissors. There is a risk of an infection developing and taking too much off.
Do :
Keep your soles clean
Wear comfortable shoes
Wear socks to stop friction
Apply oil, if there is dryness
Eat rich sources of vitamins - fruits, dates, leafy vegetables etc.
Should not do:
Walking uncovered foot
Tight shoes
Standing for a long time in water
Contact of bleaching powder or any other chemical
Using strong chemical soaps
Find 100% Effective Herbal & Natural Skin Care Products. Best Offer !!
