Blisters typically present as a fluid-filled sac enclosed by skin which develops on the outer layers of your skin in response to repetitive friction. The friction generally arises by movement between two surfaces; for example, a person’s heel moving up and down inside a shoe. The shear forces create separation of the skin layers, and often the formation of a fluid filled sac which is the body’s defensive response to protect the area from further damage.
Blisters may affect anyone, but certain conditions predispose some people to the condition more than others.
Blisters are commonly caused by a combination of issues, including;
- - Ill-fitting footwear (too tight or too loose)
- - Moisture caused by sweaty feet / damp socks
- - Foot deformities (bunions, bony prominences etc putting pressure on areas of the footwear)
- - Prolonged / excessive exercise
- - Newly worn shoes
Popping or squeezing blisters should be avoided as it may open the site to bacteria and infection. In the instance that the blister becomes is open or red/inflamed, it may be wise to gently clean the area with a topical antiseptic such as Betadine.
Blisters are typically prevented by removing the cause of the friction. If left alone, and the initial cause of the blister is removed and avoided, then the site should heal up in a few days.
Comfort Co Breakdown
Blisters develop from friction, moisture, or pressure, often due to ill-fitting shoes or excessive movement. Prevent by reducing friction, and heal by keeping them clean and avoiding popping.
Comfort Co Treatments
Blisters don’t have to be an inevitability. With a couple of precautions thrown in you can avoid them altogether (or at least substantially minimise your chances of getting one).
Perfectly fitting shoes
Having shoes that are even just slightly off could be doing you damage in ways that you wouldn’t even imagine. But where it pronounces itself in the most clear way is through blisters, why would you do it to yourself? Get a pair of shoes that fit perfectly!
Aetrex Footscan
If you happen to live near one of our physical Comfort Co. stores getting your foot scanned is the absolute best way to ensure you’ll have that perfect fit. Your foot scan provides so much more than just your size.
You’ll get information on; how much pressure you put on each foot, your measurements down to the millimeter, your arch height, your instep height, volume, girth and more!
SizeRight
If you can’t get to a store, this is the next best thing. Also developed by Aetrex, this will give you a good reading on your size (just not as in depth as the full scan).
On all of our product pages (if you’re viewing on a mobile phone) you’ll see this icon
Follow that link, follow the steps and you can get your analysis sent directly to you.
Comfort Co Returns
Our return policy is simple and second to none. If your shoes don’t fit, don’t just deal with it, take care of it! Follow the steps outlined here and our team will help you out.
Socks with Purpose
Not all socks are born equal. OS1st socks are made with Skin Thin ™ Technology to increase air flow and temperature regulation which will help with the dampness that can cause blisters. Not only that, they also contain blister protection and contoured padding for the extra layer of protection.
