Help for dry, cracked feet

DEAR DR. GOTT: My feet are rough, and the skin sometimes hurts, catching on my carpet. Can you please tell me what to use? I’ve tried so many different products without success.

DEAR READER: When you refer to your feet, I interpret that to mean your heels, which can form thick skin, split, and be difficult to manage.

Initially, and as long as there are no open ulcers, I might begin with a pumice stone, which can be purchased at your local pharmacy. Some even have a handle and resemble a hairbrush. [Read more...]