Cracked Heels : Our foot is the permanent vehicle on which the body wanders. So, it is very pivotal to take proper care of our feet and give them the love and pamper because happy feet take us to happy places!
Cracked Heels is one of the most common problems that our little feet have to deal with. The skin on the feet becomes thick, dry and rough. They not only make our feet look untidy but can also cause pain and discomfort while walking. Not to mention how they get stuck in every piece of cloth they come by. If cracked heels are not attended on time they may lead to bleeding and severe pain.
Ayurvedic Remedies for cracked heels
Ayurveda the holistic science of treating and curing all body ails suggests the systematic way of living in harmony with nature. Ayurveda brings forth the most effective natural techniques to keep the feet soft, tender and happy.
Foot bath
Cracked or not, regular foot bath is essential for maintaining hygiene and health of the feet. Padasnana or footbath removes all the dirt, dead cells and impurities from the feet. It loosens the tight dead skin from the heels.
A soothing footbath revitalizes the skin, prevents fissures and takes away all the pain from the body. Adding salts or essential oil to the lukewarm water relaxes the heels, loosens the cracks, moisturizes the dry scaly skin and helps combat fungal infections owing to their anti-fungal, analgesic, anesthetic and astringent properties.
Padabhyanga
Massaging herbal oil after Padasnana is the next step to get healthy heels. It moisturizes the foot skin and helps the hard, rough and dry skin to turn tender and smooth by enhancing the blood circulation in your feet. It also relaxes the complete body as helps to keep you healthy.
Healthy and nutritious diet
Drink enough water daily and eat a balanced diet with rich nutrients like essential fatty acids, minerals and vitamins, which make your skin smooth and combat dead skin cells in your body. Green leafy vegetables and juicy fruits can supply the essential resilience to your skin.
Few home remedies for cracked heels
Scrubbing the foot with lemon juice removes dirt and other harmful microbes.
Walking barefoot on the grass is a great natural therapy to take care of the feet.
Applying pressure at the right pressure points enhances blood circulation and boosts feet health.
Cleaning the heels by rubbing with a pumice stone takes away the accumulated dirt and dead cells.
Controlling obesity and body weight is necessary to as it increases the pressure on the feet.
Never cut hard edges of fissures with blade, scissors or razor.
Wear socks and comfortable footwear to keep the feet at ease.
Some herbs you can use for cracked heels are:
Manjistha – heals wounds
Neem – disinfects and treats cracked heels
Licorice – heal wounds has anti-inflammatory actions
Sajarasa – Improves healing
Aloe Vera – heals wounds
Sandalwood – has cooling effects and absorbs excess moisture
Beeswax – very effective for cracked heels
Ficus Religiosa – has cooling effect