Prevention & Preparation

Browse the archives and discover how to stop painful foot blisters from ruining your favourite pursuits.

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What 6 Days of Ultramarathon Running Taught Me

Running around a 1.1km track proved an excellent format to provide early intervention to blisters in my first 6 day ultramarathon running event.

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I Don't Normally Get Foot Blisters: Why Now?

Don't normally get foot blisters? There's one thing you need to know about blister prevention. "What worked for you today, may not work tomorrow".

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The 7 Blister Prevention Myths

Blister prevention myths abound: “... many myths continue to be propagated regarding the prevention and treatment of friction blisters” Doug Richie DPM

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Peter's Oxfam Trailwalker Blister Experience

Peter's first Oxfam Trailwalker blister experience was not a good one. Determined not to repeat the same mistakes, he got in touch about a blister plan.

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Optimal shoe fit

Optimal Shoe Fit For Blister Prevention

Optimal shoe fit is your first and most important blister prevention consideration. This revolves around length, width and adjustability. Learn more here.

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Targeted Friction Management: Why It Matters

Friction isn’t a bad thing, even if you're getting blisters. Without it, your foot would slide around too much. But you need targeted friction management.

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Podiatry Bulletin Article June 2013: Foot Blisters

Blisters are a common injury. So familiar in fact that they’re often ‘beneath our notice’ and not taken seriously: Podiatry Bulletin 2013

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