Cracked heels

CRACKED HEELS

COMMON PROBLEMS

CRACKED HEELS

These cracks appear on the soles of the heels themselves and the area around them. The skin can be hard, dry or flaking. Cracked heels can start off as a mere aesthetic inconvenience and develop into more serious health problems. In fact, the cracks can become deep, bleed or get infected. Caution is the rule here, especially in diabetic and immunocompromised individuals. The most common cause of cracked heels is dry skin, also known as xerosis. This condition can worsen when wearing open heel shoes, with excessive friction in the shoes and during temperature changes. Dry, cracked skin can also be a sign of an underlying disease.

THE SOLUTIONS

WHAT CAN I
DO ABOUT IT?

Applying a good moisturizer can be very helpful in treating and even preventing dry and cracked heels. However, if there are deeper or more open lesions, it’s strongly recommended that you consult a podiatrist to properly evaluate and treat your condition.

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Application of a hydrating cream

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Heel pain

HEEL PAIN

COMMON PROBLEMS

HEEL PAIN

Heel pain, or talalgia, has multiple origins and can show itself in many ways. Burning, tingling, shooting pains, difficulty walking after a period of rest, pain under or behind the heels during physical activity or at the end of the day and many other symptoms are often reported. Heel discomfort can come from various sources, such as biomechanical, nerve, traumatic, circulatory and numerous medical conditions. That said, it’s imperative to make a proper diagnosis. The podiatrist is the best-trained professional to precisely determine the root cause of your pain. Plantar fasciitis, nerve irritation, bursitis, stress fractures, lack of adipose tissue and heel cracks are all disorders that can lead to talalgia.

THE SOLUTIONS

WHAT CAN I
DO ABOUT IT?

The management of talalgia varies greatly depending on the root cause of the problem. Several conservative treatment options are available. These include: a change of shoes, rest, ice, immobilization, strap support, exercises, orthotics and corticosteroid injections. It is essential for the podiatrist to establish the origin of the disorder, so that you receive the most effective treatment plan.

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Shoe consultation

Custom orthotics

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Strappings

Corticosteroid injections

Night splints

Physical therapy

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