Foot skin issues, not nice at all (graphic images included)

[MikeMJD]

First of all I want to say sorry for having to post these pictures, its not a nice sight and I can ensure you before I played football (soccer) today, my feet were smooth and didn't look like this what so ever as id given them a rest for two weeks.

After getting the pain on top of my right foot sorted, I now realise this issues is something I need to sort out badly, nothing is making it better or stopping it happening.

I've been having this issue for years (as long as I can remember), through a variety of sports and endless types of footwear, I've tried tight, normal fit and loose fitting footwear. I've also tried taping, padding, cushioned socks and everything else I can think of. I even have orthotics in all my shoes now due the arches beginning to fall on my feet, I thought this could help this issue but it hasn't at all.

I'm getting no advice from my doctor and I just cant afford to go and see a foot specialist.

Could it be the skin is too soft on my feet? My parents and everyone I've told have said its due to friction, but I've tried to reduce it and change so many things and its always the same.

Any advice would be really appreciated as I'm not sure what I can do next, I cant keep going through this, after 30 mins of a 90 mins game (or even training or the gym) the pain is just awful and gets worse.

It happens every time i play any sport, no matter what footwear, socks,additional padding,soles,socks that I use.

Sorry about the poor grammar, I played today and its really hurting me now so my head isn't thinking to straight, just wanted to try get some advice ASAP.

Thanks

P.S : I forgot to mention the pain is a burning feeling, then a bruised type feel after.

[Heidi]

Have you tried vaseline?

[MikeMJD]

I've tried things like the compeed blister sticks. Would that be the same as using vaseline?

I'm thinking about trying nylon socks as cotton and polyester haven't worked for me so far.

Thanks

[Heidi]

Vaseline would be a little different as it can be applied to the whole foot and will moisturise the skin at the same time as preventing friction.

[MikeMJD]

Ok thanks for your help, ill give it a go.

[michz_fe]

oh that is really hurting I guess..