Blister can be very discomforting, and makes the bare foot to be painful with the slightest movement, such as walking. Blisters are equipped with the capability of detracting your focus no matter if you are at your workplace, exercising or engaging your self in an important event. Fortunately, there are things you can do to eliminate them. 

In this article, we'll provide you with tips and tricks to prevent blisters from forming. So, by checking out our recommendations, you can safely proceed with your daily activities without having to worry about the blisters.

How Do Blisters Happen?

Blisters are a common and painful skin condition characterized by fluid filled raised areas on the skin and are usually painful. They develop when the outer layer of skin lifts up from the layers below and an accumulation of fluid forms a sac like structure. This is also due to the skin being repeatedly rubbed e.g. when the skin rubs against the shoes or the socks.

In the summer months, blisters are more prevalent due to water retention, which causes swelling in the feet. This is further aggravated if there’s a case of sweating feet since there will be more friction and blister development. B listers for example those formed because of running, fitness exercises, golfing, gardening or hiking, are also physically painful given their formation due to repetitive forces of habitual movement and constraining shoe wear. Simple things like walking, shopping, or sightseeing can cause blisters if you are in shoes that maybe fashionable but not comfortable.

The time taken to heal blisters depends on the level of blister and whether this is complicated by the formation of a new layer of skin separating it from other adjacent layers. In case of a blister, one ought to leave it open to heal without intervention since it will take a few days on average to heal. However, if they become punctured or burst they can easily get infected and this will lead to increased pain and a longer healing process.

To prevent blisters, choose rightly fitting shoes and the right socks particularly during the exercises that comprise of a series of concerted motions. Further, tactful washing, or at least rinsing, of the feet may be helpful, as is maintaining dry feet and using moleskin or blister pads, among others. In case you are inflamed to blisters then ensure that you clean it and put a dressing on it to avoid infections.

Overall, blisters are a common and painful skin condition and arise from several factors that include friction, wearing shoes that do not fit, and perspiring feet. They can be prevented by using proper fitting shoes and wearing of proper fitting socks and ensuring that they do not get wet. Should you end up getting a blister, the best thing is to ensure that it is cleaned and protected from other bacteria.

How to Treat Blisters

If you have a blister,  it is necessary that it is treated in the shortest time possible to avoids pain and infection breakout. The first thing that should be done therefore is to wash the affected area very lightly. You can then use a specialist blister plaster to help pad the blister and separate it from pressure and friction. It is recommended that you do not wear anything that is likely to rub the blistered area.

It is not recommended to pop a blister and if it does so, it ought to washed gently using mild soap and water. Avoid infection by soaking the blister in a salt water foot bath for about 10 minutes. Wash it then cover the blister with latest specialist blister plaster ensuring that the blister is protected from bacteria and dirt.