Cracked heel treatment

Deep heel fissures are more than cosmetic. Once a crack reaches the living tissue underneath it bleeds, hurts, and becomes an infection risk, particularly for anyone with diabetes.

What's Involved

Professional debridement — Safe reduction of the thickened callus that is causing the splitting.
Prescription-strength care — Keratolytic and barrier treatments stronger than retail creams.
Cause correction — Addressing the mechanics, footwear, or skin condition driving the build-up.

When to Come In

Painful splits in the heel — Cracks that hurt when you walk barefoot.
Bleeding or weeping — Fissures deep enough to break the skin.
Diabetes — Any heel fissure in a diabetic foot should be treated professionally.

This content is for general information only and isn't medical advice. Results vary from person to person, so talk with your eye doctor about your own eyes. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.