Cracked heels can be due to cosmetic annoyance and it is not a medical
problem. It can be painful and can become infected in severe circumstances. There
are many effective home remedies available for the treatment of cracked heels. These
cracks normally appear along periphery of heel where skin is dry. Thick skin
can make callus at the same time. There can be pain in the heels when pressure
is applied to the affected area. There is expansion of skin in the sideways due
to force from the body. The crack can appear if this area is dry. This problem
can be common in people who spend most of their time on their feet. There can
be so many causes of cracked heels.
It can be due to naturally dry skin and prolonged standing on hard floors. It
can be due to pressure on the feet which can expand sideways and this pressure
can lead to cracked heels. There can be cracked heels due to back open sandals
or shoes. Diabetes and thyroid disease can cause cracked heels. Age is the
major factor cracked heels as elasticity of skin is decreased with increase in
age. Ill fitting shoes can also cause cracked heels. Unhygienic conditions, dry
and unhealthy skin and deficiency of minerals, vitamins and zinc can cause
cracked heels. You will have to treat the dryness in order to get rid of
cracked heels. If you have problems like eczema then you will have to treat it
first. Hydrogenated oil creams can be used over the night or during the day.
You will need to remove the skin if callus is formed on it and pumice stone
can be used for this purpose with which dry and dead skin layers can be
removed. You should not reduce this skin with sharp objects as it can cause
infection to other skin layers. Dietary assessment is used for most effective
cracked heels remedies. You should have adequate source of zinc, calcium and
omega 3 fats. You can eat flax seed oil or fish. It is good for you to consult
with podiatrist in case of cracked heels become severe and painful. There are
advanced removal techniques available like debridement with which dead skin can
be removed. You can also have the option of alternative foot wear and foot care
in order to reduce the occurrence of this problem.
Many people neglect cracked heels as problem because it is not a disorder. You
can be able to cure your feet care with the help of home remedies. You can see
general physician if your home remedies are not effective. It is good for you
to apply hydrogenated vegetable oil after washing feet. You can apply pulp of
ripe banana on cracked area for ten minutes and then rinse it. Lemon juice can
be good thing for cracked heels. You should be to use cleansing and
moisturizers regularly. You can be able to cure your cracked heels by using
mixture of rosewater and glycerin regularly.
