Stephanie Chon of Bustle recalls her experience on making her cracked heels smooth again for the summer. While using a pumice stone to smooth out the rougher areas on the bottom of her heels worked great for Chon, certain methods will work differently on everyone. Additionally, rubbing Vaseline into dried heels can consistently keep the foot moisturized which is best completed after showering or when the feet are wet. Although there are many do-it-yourself remedies out there, it is always best to consult with a doctor first if your feet are extremely cracked for the best heel hydrating method for your foot needs.
Cracked heels can become painful if left untreated. To learn more, consult with Dr. Moshe Hillel of Advanced Footcare NY. Our doctor will attend to all of your foot and ankle needs.
The Truth about Cracked Heels
Cracked Heels
Cracked heels are unappealing, and make it harder for you walk around in sandals. Not only may they look bad, but they can also tear stockings, socks, and wear out your shoes. There are several methods to help restore a cracked heel and prevent further damage.
How do you get them?
Dry skin is the number one culprit in creating cracked heels. Many athletes, walkers, joggers, and even swimmers suffer from cracked heels. Age and skin oil production play a role to getting cracked heels as well.
Promote Healing
Over the counter medicines can help, especially for those that need instant relief, or who suffer from chronic dry feet.
Wear Socks – wearing socks with medicated creams, helps lock in moisture so it can stay on longer.
Moisturizers – applying it both day and night will help alleviate dryness which causes cracking.
Pumice Stones – these remove dead skin, and then you can massage cream onto your foot. This way the cream will be absorbed. The skin needs to be exfoliated; therefore the outer layer dead skin needs removal.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Brooklyn, NY. We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technologies for your foot and ankle needs.