Healing your Heels: Taking the Natural Path
Miracle of Aloe Miracle Foot Repair Cream 8 Oz As Seen On TV
Not that we have looked at the causes for cracked heels lets discuss the remedial measures.
1. Stock your bathroom cabinet with Pumice stones
There is no other tool handier than a pumice stone for heel health. If you have sufficient time on your hands, soak your feet in soapy water for 10-15 minutes and gently use a pumice stone to scrape off calluses. For those with severe cracks, use foot soak (ready solutions available in the market) in the water. A natural remedy is to soak your feet in a mixture of lemon juice and water or glycerin and rose water.
2. Dry your feet thoroughly
After you are done with soaking your feet in water, dry them thoroughly. Trapped moisture in the form of water can initiate a fungal infection.
3. Moisturize, Moisturize and Moisturize
Dry skin is the primary cause for cracked heels. Therefore, we recommended using a moisturizing lotion that will keep the heels hydrated. Use thick socks after moisturizing as it will lock moisture and prevent contamination particularity if you have wide cuts. Pure petroleum jelly is a good option. You can even use oil.
4. Give your footwear a second thought
It is essential to wear the right type of footwear. The shoes should have a good fit and a proper heel support and cushioning. The socks you use should be made of breathable material.
5. Steer away from…
Many especially women are so upset by the long, deep cuts and thickened calluses framing their heel, that they often to cut it away with a nail cutter or a pair of scissors. According to them, doing so gives it a neater appearance. We advise you avoid any sort of cutting without first consulting a medical professional. Doing so will worsen the injury and may prove to be a very suitable ground for the growth of bacteria and infection.
