Feet are considered the most neglected part of the body. Many a time people complain about the cracking heels and some problems regarding feet but all of these cracked heels is very common problem that caused both men and women. This problem generally occurs in winter season due to the dry weather conditions.
Cracks in the skin on heels are commonly known as heel fissures. They usually occur when skin becomes dry and aggravates the thick, brittle calluses on heels. Daily routine includes many tasks like standing, walking on feet that places enough pressure onto brittle skin that small cracks open in the epidermal layer of the skin.
Causes of cracked heels-Cracked heels are a common occurrence for senior citizens or people who are constantly on their feet thus exerting pressure on the feet pad. It can affect either either the heels or one of the heels. But most commonly, cracked heels affect both the feet.
The problem is caused by the deficiency of vitamins, minerals and zinc. Climatic conditions can also be responsible for the problem of cracked heels. Person who is overweight may increase the pressure on the normal fat pad under the heel and this cause this to expand sideways and if the skin lacks flexibility the pressure on the feet lead to cracked heels.
Symptoms of cracked heels-The person who is having heel cracks may have red and flaky patches on the feet’s skin. The skin started peeling and itching also occurs in the area. In the extreme conditions bleeding occurs from the cracks.
Home remedies for cracked heels -Generally, this is an aesthetic problem but some patients experience deep cracks that feel painful and can even bleed or get infected. So as the days grow colder, take the following steps into account when your feet start cracking under pressure.
Generally applying a heavy layer of creams and lotions relieves the problem but using some items that can be easily got in the kitchen can cure this. To get rid of cracked heels you should apply a ripe banana on the heels and leave it for 10 minutes to dry. After 10 minutes wash it of with water, this remedy will prove helpful in providing relief from the pain of heel cracks.
You can soak your feet in the lemon juice for 10minutes and try the therapy once a week this will provide you an instant relax. A regular application of a mixture of glycerin and rosewater is good and valuable to soothe and cure cracked heels.
