Transcript Blisters - Colorado Wing CAP

Blisters
How To Avoid This
You Don’t Want One Here
Here
Or Here!
Introduction
• What are blisters?
• How are they formed?
• How do I avoid Blisters?
• What if I get one?
What Are
Blisters?
Blisters are fluid-filled
pockets that look like
bumps on the skin
They occur at sites of
combined pressure
and friction, and may
be enhanced by heat
and moisture
How Are They
Formed?
Blisters are caused by
friction from shoes or
clothing which rubs
repeatedly on the
skin causing friction
burns
As the outer layer of
skin separates from
the inner layers, the
space between fills
with lymph fluid
Blisters
• ARE a common problem for athletes wearing
new shoes
• ARE common with athletes or walkers who take
part in exceptionally long events, such as
marathons or long hilly walks (hikes)
• DO NOT have to be part of a sporting life,
• AND CAN be prevented
How Do I Avoid
Blisters?
1. Ensure that shoes & boots fit
properly
2. Choose socks with soft
wicking fabric such as
coolmax – avoid cotton which
absorbs moisture and can
have rough texture.
3. Use a blister blocking product.
Protect potential hot spots by
applying a “2nd skin”, and/or
taping
How Do I Avoid
Blisters?
4. Keep your feet as
dry as possible .
Wet shoes/boots
& socks, cause
blisters far quicker
than dry ones
5. When possible,
change socks
regularly/often
6. Using powder
along with the right
sock can really
help
At the First Sign
of a Blister:
1. The first sign will
be redness on the
skin
2. Apply a 2nd skin
dressing or Blister
Plaster
3. Ensure your feet
are dry, and wear
clean socks
Foot Blister
Treatment:
4.
Do not burst a
blister unless it is
large and you
must. If you do
puncture it, use a
sterilized needle,
and watch for
infection
5.
Drain the fluid but
leave the skin
6. Do not drain a
blood-filled blister
Foot Blister
Treatment:
7. Clean the blister
with a sterilizing
wipe
8. Cover the wound
with a 2nd skin or
blister plaster
9. Take your time and
apply it correctly
10. Apply tape over
the top for extra
security
Take Care of Your Feet
And they will take care of you!
Questions?