Cracked heels — also known as heel fissures — are a common condition that can be both painful and unsightly. If left untreated, these skin splits can deepen, bleed, or become infected, especially for people who spend long hours on their feet or have underlying health conditions such as diabetes.
At Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy & Sports Medicine Clinic, our podiatrists provide expert cracked heels treatment to restore healthy, comfortable skin. We combine hands-on care, evidence-based skin management, and personalised prevention strategies to deliver effective cracked heels treatment and long-term results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our podiatrist will begin your cracked heels treatment with a detailed assessment to determine the severity of the fissures and the factors contributing to them. This involves evaluating your skin condition, loading patterns, footwear habits, and any biomechanical issues such as tight calves or reduced ankle mobility. We also consider broader influences including occupational demands, lifestyle pressures, and medical conditions like diabetes. This comprehensive understanding allows us to design a tailored plan that addresses the root causes of your cracked heels.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy & Sports Medicine Clinic, we deliver cracked heels treatment using a precise, medical-grade approach that reflects our commitment to clinical excellence. Our podiatrists and podiatry team perform safe and accurate debridement to remove thick, callused skin before applying evidence-based barrier-repair therapies to restore hydration and improve skin elasticity. This is supported by personalised advice on footwear, loading, and long-term prevention strategies, ensuring durable results and sustained improvement in heel health.
Our team look forward to working with you to help achieve your goals
Yes. For diabetic patients, even small fissures can allow bacteria to enter the skin, increasing the risk of infection or ulceration. Early podiatry treatment is strongly recommended.
Dryness, friction, open-backed shoes, long hours standing, and natural skin changes all contribute. Without proper hydration or removal of callus, the skin splits under pressure.
Yes. For diabetic patients, even small fissures can allow bacteria to enter the skin, increasing the risk of infection or ulceration. Early podiatry treatment is strongly recommended.
If your heels are painful, bleeding, deep, recurrent, or not improving with moisturisers, you should book a podiatry appointment. Avoid attempting to cut or remove callus at home.
