Blisters!

[RexFeral]

I'm suffering from some serious blisters. They are on my right foot, on the flat part, right under my toes. They have been killing me for days. Weird thing is that I have been walking for a very long time and massive amounts but never had this issue before. For the past weeks though, I have had a series of blisters in this same area, on this same foot. My shoes or socks haven't changed so I don't know what it could be. 

Any advice on how to deal with them, at least so they don't get worse and I can still walk? I just don't want for them to reoccur. 

I have been housebound today. I soaked my feet in water and popped the one that was killing me, cut off the extra skin and finally obtained relief. I am very cautious with my feet so I take care of them well and desinfected everything before and after doing this but I don't want to deal with it again.

[JonahV · Accepted solution]

Hello,

I see that you said that you shoes and socks have not changed. That might be the problem. Try different shoes, or even socks! I know for running shoes and socks can affect your feet a lot! So maybe start off with new socks, trying out soft athletic socks. If that doesn't help then try new shoes. Hope this helps. You could also go to a local running store, they may have more information for you regarding blisters. Also maybe tightening your shoes as blisters happen due to friction from skin and sock/shoe.

[WendyB]

I totally aree with @JonahV He said it very well!

[brerbill]

What works for me is I (1) don't wear or tie shoes tightly or loosely; (2) use 'double-layered' running socks like Wright Socks, or (3) use 'moleskin' from the drugstore to cover "hotspots" before a blister actually forms. Since I started using double-layered socks about 8 years ago, I haven't gotten one blister!

[RexFeral]

This is totally correct. I got a horrible case of extensor tendonitis months ago from lacing my shoes up too tightly. Of course, they didn't feel tight to me.

I was at the drugstore earlier and saw the moleskin patches. I didn't get them because I had doubts as to whether they worked or not but at least I know where they are now. I did get the panty hose liners though. People claims is works great so I'm going to give it a try. I got the ones that wick moisture.

In the meantime I'm also going to wear a huge band aid that covers that entire area. Will go easy on the walking for a while as it heals but I'm ready to get moving again!

[Corney]

Wear 2 pair of socks, a thin pair next to your skin and your regular sock over that.  Blisters are caused by 2 surfaces rubbing together. Allow the friction occur between the thin sock and your regular sock.  Also tie your shoes alittle tighter to reduce the friction rub.

[RexFeral]

Went to the athletic store yesterday and got my first pair of running/double layered socks. They were a little on the expensive side but what a difference! They feel like heaven! Will buy another pair soon.

[USAF-Larry]

They make all the difference in the world, @RexFeral!  When I was a young guy running marathons, the running shoes and socks were the most important part of my gear. Best of luck to you!