Fissures are cleaned and the hard skin is removed. The area is then cared for and protected until it heals.
Cracked Heels – Fissures
Fissures or cracks on the heel (or other areas of the foot) occur as a result of callused skin (hyperkeratosis), which is not flexible or elastic and cracks under pressure. They are divided into small and large, superficial and deep, and can also be bleeding or purulent. They represent a wound on the foot, which can lead to infection if not properly repaired and cared for. Fissures are cleaned and the hard skin is removed. The area is afterwards cared for or protected until the fissures heal.
Fissures are most often encountered by people who have a problem with excessive skin aging, dry skin, medical conditions (diabetes, psoriasis, etc.) and people with increased body weight. Problems arise especially in the summer, when the feet are, due to open footwear, exposed to dry and hot air and the ground surface.
WHAT TO EXPECT
How we treat cracked heels
- we examine the heel and assess how deep the cracks are,
- we remove the hard skin around the cracks with a scalpel so the edges can heal,
- we clean, dress and protect the cracks,
- we advise you on caring for your heels at home so the cracks do not come back.
HOME CARE
Caring for cracked heels at home
Cracked heels need daily care. Podiatrists recommend a two-step routine: first an ointment with a higher urea concentration that softens and thins the thickened skin, then an ointment with a lower concentration that keeps the skin soft. Do not remove hard skin yourself with sharp tools, as you can damage the skin and cause an infection. You will find care products in our online store, including the cracked heels care set.
WHEN TO SEE A PODIATRIST
When to see a podiatrist
If the cracks bleed, are deep, hurt or the skin around them turns red, do not delay your visit. With diabetes, every crack is a wound that should be checked by a professional.
Our clinics
Where we treat cracked heels
Ljubljana Bežigrad
Peričeva 21, Ljubljana (next to the Bežigrad Health Centre)
Phone: +386 31 796 740
Ljubljana Šiška
Rakuševa ulica 16, Ljubljana
Phone: +386 51 443 100
Novo mesto
Mali Slatnik 13b, Novo mesto
Phone: +386 51 480 800
Opening hours in Ljubljana: Monday to Friday 7 am – 8 pm, Saturday 7 am – 3 pm. In Novo mesto we work by appointment; the clinic is closed on Saturdays. All three clinics are in Slovenia.
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FAQ FROM OUR PRACTICE
Frequently asked questions about cracked heels
Heels crack when hard, inelastic skin builds up and splits under pressure. Dry skin, open footwear, standing work, higher body weight and some conditions, such as diabetes and psoriasis, all contribute.
Superficial cracks can be eased with regular care using urea ointments. Deep, bleeding or painful cracks should be examined and treated by a podiatrist.
Care for your heels regularly, have hard skin removed in time and wear shoes with a closed heel, especially in summer.
Yes. With diabetes, wounds heal more slowly and become infected more easily, so we recommend regular visits for a pedicure for diabetics.
EXPERT HELP
Didn’t find your answer?
Every foot is different. If you have more questions or would like a personal opinion, book an examination at Center Pedimed – together we will prepare a plan just for you.
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