i have 1/2inch deep cracks in the balls of my feet. i have no idea what it may be!! Can anyone help me????
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These foot problems occur because of the body’s inability to provide natural oils and moisture to the area and the skin’s reduced capacity to retain moisture. Research shows that the problem has a variety of causes including aging, inactive sweat glands, inadequate water intake, poor eating habits, harsh chemical/detergent based soaps, obesity, long periods of standing, and exposure to weather via open backed shoes and sandals.    You need to find some kind of mouistuerizing salve to replinish the cracks in your feet. My mother has the same thing. She uses some kind of salve that is for cows utters ( i know it's weird but it works for her)  Hope you find something useful and relieving.
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get popsicle sticks and dont bend. make a splint. that is just temporary. go see a doctor ASAP. maybe the fracture isn't just a crack. maybe there are bone chips inside the it might damage some nerves. go see a doctor ASAP
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thats funny. my husband says the same about my feet but i thought he was being silly. sorry just a comment not an answer :)
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you can try to keep your feet elevated when you have time to sit or lay. you can soak them in warm water or try massage when possible, good luck
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Just like charbar I have that pain in my feet when I get up.You might want to see a chiropractor for a check up.It could be poor circulation of blood, or possibly pressure on some nerves in your back.I have some back problems myself.
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I had that problem a while ago and solved it very easily.  Loosen your shoes.  Your feet swell while you ride.
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Unless you are diabetic, I reckon you have athletes foot. There is a new cream that's just come out that tackles it in just one application but I can't remember the name of it. There are a lot of different treatments that you can get from your pharmacy & they don't cost too much.
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Yep. sounds like you may have some arthritic changes in your foot/feet.  I know about foot pain becasue I have it often.  I've noticed that eating a lot of calcium or taking calcium supplements on a regular basis helps.  Esp. given the fact that you've just been pregnant, your body may be "leeching" calcium... Try this along with vitamin c (oj) to help you digest the calcium!
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see if you have heel spurs. ask your dr to xray and look. i know someone who had that and they had to get an operation to take them out.
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A recurring blister usually means your shoes dont fit right.  Try getting some new shoes, and get them fitted.
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It is a good possibility that you either have bad arches or your shoes might not fit correctly.  I have much experience with my feet, I use to be a track runner and have large feet 13M.  I recommend finding arch supports and/or shoes that are a little loose...not excessive.  It seems that maybe your toes are getting smashed in your shoes.  Please wear the appropriate running shoes...ventilation.
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Probably IS arthritis.  There is a web site that gives an excellent explanation of joint cracking.  I have listed it below.
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I have one toe that does the same thing constantly, doesn't hurt though. It could be that there are ligaments slightly out of place and the sound that you hear is them moving around. If it bothers you ask your dr. next time you go in.  I don't think that there is anything that you can do to prevent it, but I'm not a Dr., so I could be wrong.  Good Luck!
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I experience numbness in my feet while I am exercising, and wonder the cause also, this would cut out poor circulation as the cause, therefore I think it is just a nerve being pinched somewhere.\n\nIf it is a constant numbness definatley see a doctor.
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My feet do this as well.  So do my brothers.  I have tried lotions, pedicures, and fancy foot creams but nothing works.  My doctor has never said that he thinks there is anything wrong.  I would not worry.  But it is pretty gross huh?
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Shoes and socks may have been too tight, and also if you're not used to being on your feet for long periods of time, your body will react...it could also be a sign of bad circulation...if it doesn't clear up in a few days, visit the doctor...
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When I was fitted for new walking/running shoes and had blisters the shoe guy told me I was wearing my socks too thick and didn't have the correct support.  He told me to put desitin cream or any baby rash cream on the blisters to keep the moisture away. \n It worked ASAP!