APPEARANCE
Dry, cracked, either yellowish or brownish. The fissures have various depth levels and appearances- in more severe levels, they give a visual impression of a 'drought-affected ground'.
CAUSES
As the fissures are mainly a result of dry skin, the main factors that contribute to dry skin is by friction or contact. Although skin on the plantar is tough, it can still become worn from foot damage, like prolonged standing or constant friction with the shoe (if socks aren't worn). Fissures can also result from being overweight, as the feet have more body mass to carry and can take a toll. Other factors include dehydration or genetics.
WILL IT AFFECT THE PROCEDURE?
This can be treatable and safe with a pedicure treatment, with more caution. However exfoliation should be avoided. This can cause extra pain and further injury for the affected feet. However this could be confusing if the client has loss of sensory reactions on the foot. If this is the case, this should require paediatric or General Practitioner care, depending on the severity.
ALTERNATIVES/POSSIBLE TREATMENTS
As mentioned earlier, it is best that the affected foot/feet receive medical care. However, there are obviously do-it-yourself home treatments. The essential methods to treat heel fissures are lubricant-based oils, such as oil, shea butter and petroleum jelly. With regular treating, the skin will become more moisturised, preventing further dehydration and injury. Depending on severity or the body's time to heal, fissures will eventually become cleared within a few weeks.
CAUSES
As the fissures are mainly a result of dry skin, the main factors that contribute to dry skin is by friction or contact. Although skin on the plantar is tough, it can still become worn from foot damage, like prolonged standing or constant friction with the shoe (if socks aren't worn). Fissures can also result from being overweight, as the feet have more body mass to carry and can take a toll. Other factors include dehydration or genetics.
WILL IT AFFECT THE PROCEDURE?
This can be treatable and safe with a pedicure treatment, with more caution. However exfoliation should be avoided. This can cause extra pain and further injury for the affected feet. However this could be confusing if the client has loss of sensory reactions on the foot. If this is the case, this should require paediatric or General Practitioner care, depending on the severity.
ALTERNATIVES/POSSIBLE TREATMENTS
As mentioned earlier, it is best that the affected foot/feet receive medical care. However, there are obviously do-it-yourself home treatments. The essential methods to treat heel fissures are lubricant-based oils, such as oil, shea butter and petroleum jelly. With regular treating, the skin will become more moisturised, preventing further dehydration and injury. Depending on severity or the body's time to heal, fissures will eventually become cleared within a few weeks.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
http://www.feetfirst.ie/page.aspx?pageid=63
http://www.foot.com/site/foot-conditions/heel-fissures
http://www.foot-pain-explained.com/heel-fissure.html
http://www.dermnetnz.org/scaly/cracked-heels.html
http://www.podantics.com.au/heel-callus-cracked-heels.html
http://www.livestrong.com/article/238825-foot-creams-for-cracked-heels/
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