The skin holds a certain amount of water which is needed to keep the skin supple and able to withstand the different types of pressure that it is placed under. If the water content of the skin decreases, this can cause dry and cracked skin causing it to itch as well.
Infection can manifest in dry skin and cracked skin (this is particularly important in the foot, due to the warm moist environment of footwear which encourages infection). The skin can be itchy, especially if there is also a fungal infection. Around the heel and if the skin is thicker, cracks in the heel can occur.
How to treat Dry & Cracked Skin
The best way to treat dry skin on the foot is to soak thoroughly while bathing or showering. Try to use very little soap and limit the amount of time in the water. After patting skin dry with a towel, apply a moisturizer or emollient to the foot. An oil based emollient is preferable. For maximum effect it should be applied daily.
If symptom persist - use a moisturizing cream twice daily. We recommend Flexitol Heel Balm
To Make An Appointment Please Contact One of The Surgeries Below
Whitefield (near Bury)
198 Bury New Road
Whitefield
Manchester
M45 6QF
The Whitefield surgery is in the town centre. There is ample free parking across the road. The surgery is serviced by bus and Metrolink and has a ground floor consultation room.
Tel:0161 766 5564
Farnworth (near Bolton)
4 Higher Market Street
Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 9DJ
The Farnworth surgery is situated in the town centre and shares the premises with an established Optician (Bowden's). There is ample free parking across the road and is serviced by the bus. The consultation room is on the first floor,upstairs.
Tel:01204 572338
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