The following self care measures can help prevent and heal cracked heels.
Dry cracked heels treatment.
The symptoms of dry and cracked heels are.
Bleeding from the cracks.
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Don t ignore dry cracked heels as over time you may develop deeper fissures which increases your risk of infection.
Skin peeling in thin strands.
If self care measures don t help talk with your doctor about other treatment options.
Wear suitable shoes or boots.
While dry skin is the primary cause of cracked heels it s not the only culprit according to the institute for preventive foot health.
Proper foot care to treat and prevent cracked heels.
Dryness around the heel area and in the area on the underside of your feet just below the toes.
The first line of treatment for cracked heels is using a heel balm these balms contain ingredients to moisturize soften and exfoliate dead skin.
Cracks and ridges in the skin.
What are the symptoms of dry cracked heels.
To help heal dry cracked heels moisturize still damp feet after every bath or shower.
Prolonged standing especially on hard floors wearing.
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Red and flaky patches of skin.