Whether
you hike, row, run, or shoot hoops, you are always at risk of developing
blisters. The primary way to prevent a blister from forming is to reduce
friction on the skin. Proper shoe and sock wear plays a key role in preventing
blisters from forming on your feet. Choose a good-fitting shoe designed
for your specific activity rather than an all-purpose or cross-training
shoe. A good fit allows about a thumb's width of space between the end
of the shoe and the tip of the longest toe. Wear layers of socks or special
double-layered socks instead of one pair of thick socks. Keep your feet
as dry as possible during exercise. Polypropylene socks wick moisture away
from the skin more effectively than cotton socks do. Conditioning the skin
by gradually increasing activity also helps to prevent blister formation.
This method allows calluses, rather than blisters, to form.
When participating in certain sports, you can develop
blisters on your hands. Protect your hands with gloves appropriate for
the sport.
Whether
you hike, row, run, or shoot hoops, you are always at risk of developing
blisters. The primary way to prevent a blister from forming is to reduce
friction on the skin. Proper shoe and sock wear plays a key role in preventing
blisters from forming on your feet. Choose a good-fitting shoe designed
for your specific activity rather than an all-purpose or cross-training
shoe. A good fit allows about a thumb's width of space between the end
of the shoe and the tip of the longest toe. Wear layers of socks or special
double-layered socks instead of one pair of thick socks. Keep your feet
as dry as possible during exercise. Polypropylene socks wick moisture away
from the skin more effectively than cotton socks do. Conditioning the skin
by gradually increasing activity also helps to prevent blister formation.
This method allows calluses, rather than blisters, to form.