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How to Treat and Prevent of Blisters

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By dreamer09
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Blisters can be both very annoying and very painful, people get these anywhere from on they're feet to on they're hands. It can be difficult to treat blisters because they tend to get worse if you pick at them or peel the blister off. I will discuss some age old remedies and some new ways to get rid of blisters.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    If it's a smaller blister, Pop the blister with a sterilized needle to keep from getting infection. After the blister is popped and all the liquid is drained, use a antiseptic ointment and a bandage.

  2. Step 2

    Tannic acid is said to make your skin less prone to getting blisters, it toughens the skin and makes it less prone to getting blisters. Ask your physician before using it for blisters, he may recommend something else.

  3. Step 3

    Tube socks can cause blisters and are actually among the more common among causes of blisters, so to help prevent blisters on the feet try not to wear tube socks.

  4. Step 4

    Treated insoles are very common among people with blister problems. Spenco can prevent blisters, as well as bubbled in nitrogen it helps add cushion to the bottom of the foot so it can slide a bit easier.

Tips & Warnings
  • Don't pop if it's too big.
  • don't wear tubed socks.
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