{"id":666,"date":"2025-07-06T13:50:26","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T13:50:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/podcare.gr\/?post_type=pathology&#038;p=666"},"modified":"2026-05-13T17:59:49","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T17:59:49","slug":"cracked-heels-heel-fissures","status":"publish","type":"pathology","link":"https:\/\/podcare.gr\/en\/pathology\/cracked-heels-heel-fissures\/","title":{"rendered":"Cracked Heels \/ Heel Fissures"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cracked heels, also known as heel fissures, are a common skin condition caused by dryness and loss of skin elasticity. In addition to being a cosmetic concern, they may develop into painful cracks and increase the risk of infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes and Risk Factors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 <strong>Lack of hydration:<\/strong> The skin on the heels is thicker and requires regular care to remain soft and elastic.<br>\u2013 <strong>Prolonged standing:<\/strong> Increased pressure on the heels contributes to the formation of cracks.<br>\u2013 <strong>Inappropriate footwear:<\/strong> Open shoes, such as sandals, and hard soles may worsen the condition.<br>\u2013 <strong>Skin conditions:<\/strong> Psoriasis, eczema, or atopic dermatitis may increase the likelihood of heel fissures.<br>\u2013 <strong>Hormonal or medical causes:<\/strong> Diabetes and thyroid disorders are associated with dry skin and cracked heels.<br>\u2013 <strong>Genetic predisposition.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 Dry and rough skin around the heels.<br>\u2013 Superficial or deep cracks, which in more advanced cases may cause pain or bleeding.<br>\u2013 Itching or irritation, especially when the fissures are deep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment and Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2013 <strong>Daily moisturising:<\/strong> Creams containing urea, glycerin, or salicylic acid help restore skin moisture.<br>\u2013 <strong>Exfoliation:<\/strong> Gentle use of a pumice stone or foot file helps remove dead skin cells.<br>\u2013 <strong>Appropriate footwear:<\/strong> Choose closed shoes with good support.<br>\u2013 <strong>Avoid walking barefoot,<\/strong> especially on rough surfaces that may worsen dryness.<br>\u2013 <strong>Podiatric care:<\/strong> In more severe cases, professional removal of hardened skin may be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Visit a Podiatrist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If cracked heels are deep, painful, or show signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or fluid discharge, professional care is necessary in order to prevent complications.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cracked heels, also known as heel fissures, are a common skin condition caused by dryness and loss of skin elasticity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":895,"parent":0,"menu_order":37,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"category":[41],"class_list":["post-666","pathology","type-pathology","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","pathology_category-pathiseis-dermatos"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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