Heel Fissures
What Are Heel Fissures?
Heel fissures is the medical term for cracking of the skin on the heels. This can be a painful condition that may cause bleeding and increase the risk of infection, especially in diabetic patients.
Open-backed sandals or shoes that allow slippage around the heel while walking are common culprits. Skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis can also lead to heel fissures. The skin thickens as a result of friction, and without treatment, the cracks can deepen significantly.
Relief & Skin Restoration
Wear proper supportive shoes with enclosed heels to reduce friction and slippage.
Apply deep-penetrating skin moisturizers and prescription-grade lotions regularly.
Professional debridement to remove thickened, cracked skin.
Medical-grade topical treatments to restore healthy skin.
Address underlying conditions (eczema, psoriasis) that contribute to dryness.
Custom orthotics to redistribute weight and relieve heel pressure.