Pads, Patches and Dressings

One of the main conditions that we usually have when we start wearing new shoes are blisters, and we know that the pain they cause is quite strong, so in this post we give you a series of tips to cure blisters and products with which you can prevent them.

Are there shoes that you don’t wear for fear of chafing? Do the discomfort of your feet prevent you from living a normal life? Foot rubbing does not understand age, we all suffer from this ailment, often producing annoying blisters on our feet. Unfortunately, these problems prevent us from carrying out our daily activities in optimal conditions.

If our skin is exposed to constant friction and pressure, often caused by ill-fitting shoes, an external layer is formed, leading to the appearance of very painful and uncomfortable hard cores. Discover below our solution with patches and dressings for blisters.[

What is a foot blister?

Foot blisters are a very annoying and painful problem. They are in the form of a small bag containing liquid. This liquid is known as plasma or serum. and is generally clear in color. However, the blister may be filled with blood, and the fluid we will see is red in color. Blisters can also be a warning sign of infection when the serum in the blister has a greenish-yellowish color: the blister contains pus.

Blisters are most common on the hands and feet and may affect both phalanges at the same time. They occur in all types of people and at any age. Although it is true that they are very annoying, these rashes appear when the body detects a skin problem. It is, therefore, a defense and protection mechanism. that our body uses to keep us protected. These vesicles are usually more than 5 millimeters in size and the damaged skin remains on the outermost layer. The blood system then takes care of bringing the necessary nutrients to the affected area to create a new healthy layer. If we have healed correctly, the blister will eventually disappear and we will have newly regenerated and healthy skin.

There are different names for blisters. The term “vesicle” is often used for smaller blisters and “bulla” for larger ones.

Causes of Blisters on Feet

The main cause of blisters on the feet is the use of footwear that does not suit us, for example, shoes that are too narrow, or new shoes, and being very hard, they generate a lot of friction and discomfort. Socks, seams and wrinkles can also cause blisters.

The shape of our feet is also important, for example, if you have wide feet or a pronounced instep this can affect you to be more prone to chafing and blisters. But not only that, the way you walk also has an influence, as you may have a bad stride and some parts of your feet may suffer more than others.

Blisters in Athletes

If you practice sports such as running or take long walks, you are putting your feet under a lot of stress and are more likely to get blisters. The best thing to do is to take good care of your feet and prevent the appearance of blisters in order to be able to do sports in the best possible way.

The ideal is to use socks that allow perspiration and moisturize the feet very well, as this greatly reduces the appearance of blisters. The footwear you use must be well adjusted to the foot, so that it does not slip inside the shoe and generate chafing that can lead to blisters.

How to cure a burst blister: is it good to pop blisters?

Because the rubbing of shoes or other clothing on the blister is so annoying, the first thing that comes to mind is to burst the blister and let all that fluid out. However, as we noted above, this fluid helps to create a new healthy layer on our skin and protects us from infection in the process. Although it depends on the size and location of the blister, it is generally advisable not to burst them.

Special caution should be taken if you have heart problems or diabetes, as this population group is more prone to suffer an added complication if you have a burst blister.

On the other hand, it is true that blisters tend to burst very easily (even more so when they occur on the hands or feet), so it is advisable to always keep them clean and covered by bands to prevent the blister from bursting on its own.

There are situations in which it is better to release the liquid: usually when the blisters are large on the sole of the foot. In this case, we will use a needle previously sterilized with alcohol. We will gently prick the wound and extract the serum, never the covering. The following are the steps to follow to cure a burst blister:

1. Wash the area with soap and water
2. Disinfect the wound with chlorhexidine (preferable to hydrogen peroxide, Betadine or alcohol).
3. Prick the ampoule with a sterile needle and empty the liquid using a gauze pad.
4. Repeat the second step and disinfect the area again.
5. Apply a hydrocolloid dressing that promotes moisturization of the wet blister.

How to treat blisters on the feet

Against all these blister problems , our patches and dressings have multiple benefits: they cushion against shocks and rubbing, offer protection, rest and comfort, prevent the formation of calluses and relieve pain and pressure.

On the other hand, we have hydrocolloidsThese dressings for moist wound healing are composed of particles that swell and turn into a gel that absorbs and retains bacteria and toxins. These highly demanded dressings favor cell regeneration and accelerate the healing process, in addition to relieving pain. In short, they are the perfect solution for foot rubbing, as they create a barrier that protects us in the most sensitive areas or areas that rub against footwear.

Discover the solutions of SKINGEL we offer you: waterproof, breathable and hypoallergenic. Combat blisters, warts, chafing, calluses, corns, calluses, blisters and cuts with this moist wound treatment. In addition, we also offer other solutions, such as heel or nipple protectors, a more than effective remedy for this problem that can become a real torture.

The best way to prevent our feet from suffering is to use patches and dressings that act as a cushion against friction and shock and relieve pain and pressure. In Herbi Feet you can find hydrocolloids, which perform a moist wound healing, when placed swell and become a gel that absorbs and retains bacteria and toxins.

One such product is Skingel’s transparent hydrogel dressings of the brand Skingel that you can get in pocket format to carry them whenever you need them. They are waterproof, breathable and hypoallergenic and will protect you from chafing to prevent blisters.

Another product is the self-adhesive self-adhesive gel strips which are the best option if you wear sandals and need to protect your foot from chafing and wounds thanks to their density. The adhesive they have is very durable and you can even wash it since it does not lose adherence.

Don’t hesitate, always have them on hand because they can get you out of a lot of trouble.

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