Relieve painful cracked heels with podiatry care.
Cracked heels, also known as Heel fissures, happen when the skin around the heel becomes dry, thick, and loses its flexibility. As the skin hardens, it can split under pressure, creating painful cracks.
While some people see cracked heels as a cosmetic concern, they can cause real discomfort especially when walking or standing. If left untreated, the cracks can deepen, bleed, or even lead to infection, particularly for people with diabetes or circulation issues.
At Norwest Podiatry, we provide safe, professional treatment to smooth the skin, relieve pain, and reduce the risk of complications.
What causes cracked heels (Heel Fissures)?
Treatment Options for Cracked Heels (Heel Fissures)
Prevention Tips to avoid Cracked Heels (Heel Fissures)?
Moisturisers help, but podiatry care is safest for deep fissures.
Yes, if they bleed or become infected, especially for diabetic patients.
No. Deep cracks can bleed, cause pain, and lead to infection.
Most patients notice improvement after one visit.
Urea-based heel balms are most effective. Your podiatrist will recommend options.
Yes. Open-backed shoes and sandals often worsen the problem.
At Norwest Podiatry, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch podiatry services in Auckland for people of all ages. Our New Zealand-trained and registered podiatrists are ACC Accredited and provide Procare (Diabetes Service) support, specializing in the assessment, diagnoses, and treatment of foot, ankle, knee, and lower leg conditions.
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