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Heel Fissures ("Cracked Heels")

 
n  Caused by dry skin around the periphery of the heel 
n  Worsened if the skin is thick 
n  Predisposing factors include 
n  Prolonged standing 
n  Obesity 
n  Open-heeled shoes 
n  Diabetes 
n  Hypothyroidism 
n  Eczema and/or psoriasis 
n  Excessive wetness/sweating 
n  Dry climate or air 
  
  

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  Treatment for Heel Fissures

  
n   Self-management
n  Pumice stone
n  Avoid bathing/showering in hot water
n  Emollients (urea based)
n  Avoid open-heeled shoes
n  Podiatric Care
n  Debridement/shaving with scalpel/sanding disk
n  Orthotics
n  Silicone heel cups
n  Prescription strength emollients