Cracked heels are not an uncommon problem. In fact, we are talking about a part of the body that is constantly subjected to various types of stress, even the simple walk. Then there are situations that facilitate the aggravation of the disorder, such as excessive exposure to the sun in summer which makes the skin of the heels dry, thick and arid.
Taking care of this part of the body every day is particularly recommended, also and above all, in order not to aggravate the situation.
In addition to the normal conditions described above, which affect everyone, there are in fact cases in which the thickening of the skin of the heels becomes a real disabling problem.
Here are what the causes may be:
- use of uncomfortable and unsuitable shoes
- walking often on surfaces that are too hard and uneven
- obesity and overweight
- absence of humidity
- dehydration
- lack of foot care
- genetic predisposition
- unhealthy diet
- aging
- continuous pressure and rubbing
Among the causes of cracked heels there are also real pathologies such as
- diabetes
- thyroid dysfunction
- blood circulation problems
- symptom of high blood pressure or ulcer, especially in older people
In this guide we will focus mainly on natural remedies to alleviate the disorder in cracked heels but, in particular cases such as the latter indicated, the advice is to contact a podiatrist .