These are the top causes of blisters on feet, according to podiatrist Jacqueline Sutera, DPM.
Plus, exactly how to deal if you get one.
Once one formsusually as youre out and about minding your own businessyoure basically limping back home in pain.
They also typically form near bony prominences, which make contact with the shoe while running or walking.
Dr. Sutera says excessive moisture, like sweating, can also encourage new blisters to form.
Heres how to fix the most common causes of blisters on feet.
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Shoes that are too big create too much room for the foot to move around, causing friction.
And shoes that are too small cause pressure point blisters.
Shoes should fit just right with enough room in your toe box, she says.
it’s possible for you to also grab some foot powder.
Using it on your feet can help absorb perspiration and moisture, says Dr. Sutera.
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Dr. Sutera has a hack that can help.
There are alsomoleskin and padding productsyou can purchase to put over delicate and blister-prone areas.
If one does pop up, Dr. Sutera says the best thing you could do is leave it alone.
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Here are her instructions for going about it.
How to pop a blister the right way:
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