Blister management
Blisters can really slow you down and be incredibly debilitating. Our Podiatrists can help by creating a blister management plan, including looking at ways to prevent blisters from occurring.
Our top tips for blister prevention
Footwear – ensure your shoes are properly fitted and are appropriate for your activity
Shoe-lacing techniques – there are lacing techniques which can help reduce shearing forces, offload pressure and reduce friction.
Socks – Make sure your socks fit well and that you change them regularly. Technical socks (such as Thorlos, Experia, Lightfeet, Steigen) are best at keeping your skin dry and reducing friction.
Blister patches – We love Engo blister products and stock them at our clinic. These patches are added to your footwear in ‘hot spot’ areas to reduce shearing forces. Silicone toe sleeves can also be helpful.
Taping, padding etc. - Taping of ‘hot spots’ with breathable/water resistant tape such as Mefix/Fixomul can be helpful to reinforce the skin and reduce shearing forces. Padding can also be applied to the feet to effectively offload ‘hotspots’.
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