Bisters on Feet: Causes and Prevention
The most common type of foot blister for most people is the friction blister. They are those pesky pockets of fluid that form on your foot in the upper layers of skin after too much stress and friction with your shoes. They are formed as the top layer of skin tears away from the tissues below, plasma-like fluid leaks from the cells and begins to fill the gap, cushioning the tissue from further damage.
Lern how to prevent a blister
Keep it comfortable
The first way you can help prevent them is by wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes.
Be prepared
If you're anticipating a long day on your feet or breaking in new shoes, have an anti-blister stick handy.
Take Action
As soon as you feel a blister forming, immediately apply the stick to prevent further friction and irritation.
FAQ
Got questions? We’ve got you covered!
Blisters develop as a result of repeated friction and rubbing, often from tight or ill fitting shoes
Blisters are fluid filled lesions that develop in response to repeated friction on the skin. Open blisters can be very painful and take up to 7 days to heal (individual experiences may vary (individual experiences may vary.)
Blisters can take several days to heal. Treatments focus on protecting the blister from further friction. Apply a Compeed plaster to prevent further blistering and provide instant pain relief.
If you're wearing shoes that make you more prone to blisters protect your feet from rubbing and friction with Compeed Blister Plasters. You can also prevent blisters by wearing two pairs of thin socks when exercising. Be sure to read our full blister prevention advice.