Cracked heels, or heel fissures, are caused by dry skin and medical conditions like diabetes. Symptoms include visible cracks, dry and itchy skin, pain, and difficulty walking. Prevention involves regular moisturising, supportive footwear, and good nutrition. Treatment options range from debridement, cream application and reducing pressure on the heel.
Cracked heels, also known as heel fissures, are a common foot condition characterised by dry, thickened skin that cracks and splits on the heel area. If left untreated, these cracks can deepen into painful fissures, leading to discomfort and potential infection.
Cracked heels occur due to a variety of factors. The primary causes include:
The symptoms of cracked heels can range from mild to severe and often include:
Proper prevention and management can help mitigate the risk and severity of cracked heels:
If home remedies do not provide relief, professional treatment may be necessary:
For more information on managing cracked heels or to book an appointment call us on 07 5328 3588 or book online.
Our team of Podiatrists have decades of experience treating all hip, knee, leg, ankle, foot and heel pain as well as a range of skin and nail conditions including ingrown toenails, fungal nail infections and more.
They share a passion for helping the community stay strong and active, helping them achieve their ultimate health outcomes.
Their experience combined with the best treatment technologies available, allow us to achieve the best outcomes for our community.
Using the worlds best treatment technology and methods, we can accelerate your recovery to achieve your ultimate health outcome sooner.
With a prescribed exercise rehab program, your surrounding muscles will strengthen and take the load off your affected tissue. The result is lasting pain relief.
Working with your Podiatrist to complete your personalised treatment plan, you'll be able to do more of the things you love with friends and family.
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Our experienced Podiatrists will diagnose, create a custom treatment plan and treat in the very first session.
Spend more time with your family and friends being active and doing the things you love.
Our Podiatrists have decades of experience treating an array of conditions.
Our Podiatrists will leave no stone unturned in finding the root cause of your issue.
Our Podiatrists will create a truly custom treatment plan to achieve your ideal outcomes.
Our Podiatrists will clearly explain your condition, providing insight into its nature and treatment options.
We utilise state-of-the-art treatment technologies including: Shockwave Therapy, 3D Laser Scanners, Lunula Fungal Nail Laser to provide our patients with the best possible care.
Our on-site orthotics manufacturing lab allows us to do same or next day orthotic dispenses.
