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	Foot Problems
	You are in Foot Problems > Heel Problems > Heel Fissures. Haglund's Deformity  •   Heel Callus  •   Heel Fissures  •   Plantar Fasciitis (heel spur) Heel Problems - 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. Copyright ©2008 Officite One-fourth of all nursing home patients cannot walk at all and another one-sixth can walk only with assistance.