Even with the right and very careful care, regular pedicure, some women have cracks on their heels. This defect not only looks unaesthetic, but, in time, delivers a lot of problems, including pain and discomfort when walking. It is important to find out exactly why the heels are cracking - the causes and treatment are in direct dependence, and often local therapy or just cosmetic care is not enough.
Why are the heels on my legs dry and cracking, and what are the causes of discomfort?
The most common factor provoking the described problem is fungal skin damage. It can progress in the upper layers of the epidermis for years and gradually spread to healthy areas of the foot, including fingers and nails.
Other causes of cracks:
- wearing uncomfortable shoes and hosiery;
- insufficient foot skin care;
- disease of the endocrine system;
- avitaminosis;
- diabetes;
- gastritis ;
- age-related skin changes;
- professional activities related to long standing;
- unbalanced diet;
- kidney disease;
- excess body weight.
Cracked skin on the heels - symptomatic treatment of the causes and consequences of this problem
First of all, it is necessary to establish the factors that cause a defect. Sometimes it will only be necessary to supplement the diet with vitamins, especially retinol, and microelements, to provide the skin with proper care, nutrition and hydration. It is also worth replacing synthetic socks and pantyhose for products made from natural materials, purchasing comfortable, soft shoes with a sole that correctly supports the foot.
For more serious problems, you should contact the appropriate doctor - endocrinologist, gastroenterologist, podologist or nephrologist.
At home, it is recommended to make a steamer foot bath with the addition of sea salt and essential oils. During the procedure, it is necessary to carefully remove the cornified layer of the epidermis with pumice stone or a special file.
After the tray, it is useful to lubricate the heels with nutritious creams based on natural oils (cocoa, shea) or more readily available with glycerin, vaseline, propolis or beeswax .
External treatment
If the heel and the heels crack strongly, local treatment of the causes of pathology will be required, and what ointments and solutions to use, we will consider further.
Deep cracks can provoke inflammation, especially after water hygiene procedures. To prevent
- ointment of calendula;
- Solcoseryl;
- Actovegin;
- Chlorhexidine;
- Miramistin.
When fungal infection requires antimycotic ointments and solutions prescribed by a doctor.