Cracks on the heels: treatment with folk remedies
Every woman knows that you need to watch not only for your body, but for your legs. It is very important to keep them in perfect condition. But, unfortunately, sometimes you have to deal with various troubles. For example, cracks on the heels. Some do not even pay attention to this. However, if there is such a problem, it must be eliminated as soon as possible.
Agree, the cracks on the heels do not look very aesthetic. Besides, this problem gives a lot of discomfort. In addition to that, cracks can cause painful sensations, through them infection can get. And to eliminate the cracks on the heels, you need to find out why they appeared.
Causes of cracking on heels
There are many reasons that can lead to cracks on the heels. Therefore, it is necessary to find out the cause and eliminate it as soon as possible.
- Fungal infection of .Fungal infections are very common. They can be picked up anywhere: on the beach, in the pool or in any public place. As a rule, with fungal infections, cracks appear on the heels only if the fungus is not treated. Therefore, in this case it is necessary to be treated only with the help of special antifungal drugs. It is also necessary to visit a doctor so that he correctly prescribes treatment for you.
- Skin diseases .Some skin diseases lead to cracks on the heels. Such diseases include: eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and neurodermatitis.
- Diabetes mellitus .Those people who suffer from diabetes, very often face this problem. Unfortunately, cracks on the heels of this disease heal very slowly and often show relapses.
- Thyroid problems .Some diseases, for example hypothyroidism, can cause permanent cracks on the heels.
- Vascular diseases of the legs .Diseases of the lower extremities, such as vasculitis, varicose veins or arteritis can cause cracks.
- Problems with the digestive tract .If the normal operation of the digestive tract can crack the heel.
- Inconvenient shoes or hosiery products .If a woman wears uncomfortable or poor-quality shoes or tights( socks), which are made of synthetics, then she can face such a problem. The same applies to summer open shoes. At many girls in the summer time the skin on the feet becomes the most rough.
- Incorrect or inadequate foot care for the .
- Deficiency in the body of vitamins A and E.
Treating cracks on the heels of
If you still encounter such a phenomenon as cracks on the heels, immediately consult a doctor. Only the doctor will be able to establish the cause of the appearance of cracks. First, consult a dermatologist. He can send you to an endocrinologist or other specialists if necessary. If the cause is in the fungus or skin diseases, the dermatologist will prescribe special medications that will help to eliminate the problem in a short time.
If the cause of the appearance of cracks on the heels in the improper care of the feet, then this problem can be managed independently. The main thing is to systematically care for the skin of the heels. However, do not expect that the problem will disappear in a couple of days. To get rid of cracks on the heels, you will need several weeks.
Essence of skin care for heels consists of three simple procedures: thorough cleansing, baths and nutrition. Today in stores you can find a lot of creams that are designed to care for the skin of the legs. You can also use traditional medicine. In addition, there are a lot of folk remedies, and they give good results.
Therapeutic foot baths
The first thing you need to do is to steam your legs. Then it will be easier for you to remove the thick and coarsened skin on the heels. For steaming, you can use special products or regular baths. The duration of the procedure should be at least fifteen minutes. The water must be hot. After the bath, wipe the feet thoroughly with a towel.
Baths with peat oxide
Peat oxide can easily be purchased at a pharmacy. It works well for cracks on the heels. The solution must be saturated. The course of treatment - at least two weeks. For best results it is recommended to use creams that contain vitamins E or A after such baths.
Soap and soda baths
A normal soap with baking soda is suitable for a bath. But it is better to use baby soap. Rub a piece of soap on the grater so that you get three tablespoons of chips. Then in a basin with water( for three liters) add grated soap shavings and three tablespoons of soda. Mix everything thoroughly until the soap and the soda are soluble. Such baths should be done every day for 14 days.
Starch solution
If the cracks on the heels are too deep, then try the trays with starch. To do this, dilute five tablespoons of starch in three liters of hot water. The duration of the bath should be at least half an hour. Baths should be done until complete healing.
Trays with whey serum
Mix the milk whey with water in 1: 1 proportions. The water temperature should be 38-40 degrees. Duration of treatment - at least one week. The duration of the bath is 15 minutes.
Compresses for heels
After making a foot bath, gently rub your feet and heels with pumice stone. But do not remove too much skin at a time, because the skin will begin to recover actively, resulting in your heels will be even rougher.
Oils .After the bath it is necessary to soften and moisten the skin. This can be done with the help of oil: corn, olive, sea-buckthorn, castor and the like. A small amount of oil is carefully rubbed on your feet for five minutes.
Apple blend .Grate one sweet apple, add three tablespoons of butter and a glass of beer. Thoroughly mix everything and apply the mixture on the heels. Then wrap the heels with a plastic wrap for half an hour. Do this compress for two weeks and your cracks very quickly heal.
Curd Compress .Take fatty cottage cheese and apply it in a thick layer on the heels after the bath. Cover the top with gauze, polyethylene and put on cotton socks. The compress should be left overnight. The course of treatment should be at least two weeks.
Ammonia compresses .Take a 10% solution of ammonia and glycerin in 1: 1 proportions. Mix everything thoroughly and apply to the heels. Heel the heels with polyethylene, put on socks and leave a compress for the whole night. In two weeks, the cracks will disappear.
The acetic-glycerin mixture .Take one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, two teaspoons of liquid glycerin and mix thoroughly until smooth. The mixture is applied to the heels three times a day. After a week you will notice the results.
Celery .Take the celery greens and pass through the meat grinder. You should get at least five tablespoons. Then mix the greens with vegetable oil in the proportions of 1: 1.The resulting mixture is applied to the heels five times a day.
