Learn how to treat blisters, according to a podiatrist.
Discover expert tips for faster healing and pain relief.
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To pop or not to pop my blister?
Id heard that getting rid of a blister this way was a bad idea.
But the truth was, I really had no idea how to treat blisters.
Is it better to pop a blister or leave it?
podiatrist and member of the Vionic Innovation Lab
Recently, Well+Good got in touch with two podiatrists who explained the best way to clear up blisters fast.
They also typically form near bony prominences, which make contact with the shoe while running or walking.
Yes, it can be painful.
But theres a good reason for it.
The fluid in them is filled with cells which are actually trying to heal and protect the skin.
The bubble around that allows the area to begin healing.
Its helpful to think of skin on the top of a blister as a body-made Band-Aid.
The skin and fluid layers of the blister develop to protect you from additional friction.
Your shoes dont fit properly
If you dont want a friction blister, you need towear shoes that fit.
podiatrist and member of the Vionic Innovation Lab
Shoes that are too big create too much room for the foot to move around, causing friction.
And shoes that are too small cause pressure-point blisters.
Shoes should fit just right with enough room in your toe box, says Dr. Sutera.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
Your feet are sweaty
Whenever your feet get moist, youre at risk for blisters.
Ditch cotton socks formaterials like polyester, nylon, wool, or any other options that have sweat-wicking capabilities.
you’re free to also grab some foot powder.
Using it on your feet can help absorb perspiration, says Dr. Sutera.
Dr. Sutera has a hack that can help.
There are alsomoleskin and padding productsyou can purchase to put over delicate and blister-prone areas.
How do you make blisters heal faster?
Next: venture to keep it clean, dry and leave italone.
We get it; having a blister is not always a pleasant feeling.
Yes, if you want to heal blisters overnight, just leave them be!
Healing foot blisters simply takes a little patience.
Even though blisters can be painful, popping them will almost always make them feel worse, he says.
When and how to drain a blister
There are some exceptions to the no-popping rule.
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