Blisters go hand in hand with running, particularly ultra running. And when you get a bad one, it can reduce your run to a limp or even result in a DNF (Did Not Finish). There is no quick fix, but you ...
Blisters are one of the most common injuries suffered by runners. They may seem a minor irritation, but they can cause disproportionate discomfort and have a negative impact on performance ...
They are the first thing you reach for when you cut yourself and a staple of the first-aid box. But gone are the days when the only choice of plaster was a fabric strip — now there is a multitude of ...
Happy feet make for happy hikers, but blisters will make walking painful, or even impossible. So it’s vital that hikers know how to prevent and treat blisters. In our guide, we'll share some top tips ...
Blisters are painful skin irritations that occur due to friction. If a blister bursts, bacteria can enter the wound and cause a skin infection. It may be possible to treat the blister at home. Certain ...
Most of us have experienced the pain of having a friction blister. Friction blisters form when an object (such as a sock, shoe or strap) is repeatedly moved across the skin with enough force to cause ...