Corns Calloused Heels
That dry, rough and thickened patch of calloused skin developing on your foot is your body’s way of protecting itself from a constant threat. Your body builds up layers of skin around an area that is constantly receiving;
That dry, rough and thickened patch of calloused skin developing on your foot is your body’s way of protecting itself from a constant threat. Your body builds up layers of skin around an area that is constantly receiving;
That dry, rough and thickened patch of calloused skin developing on your foot is your body’s way of protecting itself from a constant threat. Your body builds up layers of skin around an area that is constantly receiving;
These calloused areas usually develop on your heels, and if this goes unchecked then your skin could eventually crack and form fissures that become infected and very painful. Pain is the most common contributing factor to a fall.
Every visit will include a clinical observation of skin condition, circulation, signs of infection, and foot structure
The nurse begins by cleansing the foot with a moisturized disposable wipe. The calloused skin is disinfected with an alcohol pad. The dry calloused skin is then gently filed away. Specialized filing tools may be used to safely remove corns or fissure cracks in the heel. When the skin is smooth it is cleaned with a moisturized disposable wipe, then disinfected again with an alcohol pad. Finally, a lotion is massaged into the foot and lower leg so the skin is left hydrated and clean.
Soak your feet once a week in a basin of warm water and epsom salts for 10 minutes to soften the thickened, calloused skin. Use a pumice stone to effectively remove thickened skin. Wear shoes that fit comfortably, have arch support and ventilation.
