foot doctor
North Austin
Dr. Susie Sant´Anna, DPM

11645 Angus Road #4
Austin, TX 78759
512-719-4545
South Austin
Dr. Mark Robson, DPM

4310 James Casey 3A
Austin, TX 78745
512-441-3668
Foot Problems

You are in Foot Problems > Heel Problems > Heel Fissures. Featured topics include:
Haglund's Deformity  •   Heel Callus  •   Heel Fissures  •   Plantar Fasciitis (heel spur)


Heel Fissures

Heel fissures, or cracking of the skin of the heels, is an often painful condition that can cause bleeding. Open-backed sandals or shoes, which allow more slippage around the heel while walking, are often the culprits. The skin thickens as a result of the friction. Skin lotions can help with reducing the dryness associated with the condition.


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