If you participate in an outdoor activity such as hiking, you may find yourself battling blisters. Prevention is an integral step in ensuring that blisters are not a continual problem. Make sure to wear breathable socks and properly-fitting shoes. When camping or hiking, blisters are prone to popping. If the need arises to drain the blister, make sure to use a sterilized needle. Drain the blister by piercing it, squeezing the fluid out, cleaning it, and making sure to bandage it afterwards.

Blisters are prone to making everyday activities extremely uncomfortable. If your feet are hurting, contact one of our podiatrists from Summit Podiatry Group. Our doctors will assist you with all of your podiatric concerns.

Foot Blisters

Foot blisters develop as a result of constantly wearing tight or ill-fitting footwear. This happens due to the constant rubbing from the shoe, which can often lead to pain.

What are Foot Blisters?

A foot blister is a small fluid-filled pocket that forms on the upper-most layer of the skin. Blisters are filled with clear fluid and can lead to blood drainage or pus if the area becomes infected.

How do Blisters Form?

Blisters on the feet are often the result of constant friction of skin and material, usually by shoe rubbing. Walking in sandals, boots, or shoes that don’t fit properly for long periods of time can result in a blister. Having consistent foot moisture and humidity can easily lead to blister formation.

Prevention & Treatment

It is important to properly care for the affected area in order to prevent infection and ease the pain. Do not lance the blister and use a Band-Aid to provide pain relief. Also, be sure to keep your feet dry and wear proper fitting shoes. If you see blood or pus in a blister, seek assistance from a podiatrist.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in New Providence, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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