(...ok, well they actually didn't say those exact words, but they did say, "Intact skin over blister is better.")
Why?
"Unbroken skin over a blister provides a natural barrier to bacteria and decreases the risk of infection." Do everything you can do to leave the skin intact, which can be a simple bandage.
However, you may want to "pop" the blister if it is painful, and filled with fluid. The link above to the Mayo Clinic details how to do this, and it just takes a small puncture with a sterilized needle (rubbing alcohol will do) to remove the fluid. This is not recommended for everyone, particularly if you have diabetes or other health condition.
If you wear a pair of shoes that you know will give you blisters, apply moleskin to the area to prevent a blister. It works great!
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Well, according to the Mayo Clinic they say:
Don't pop it!
(...ok, well they actually didn't say those exact words, but they did say, "Intact skin over blister is better.")
Why?
"Unbroken skin over a blister provides a natural barrier to bacteria and decreases the risk of infection." Do everything you can do to leave the skin intact, which can be a simple bandage.
However, you may want to "pop" the blister if it is painful, and filled with fluid. The link above to the Mayo Clinic details how to do this, and it just takes a small puncture with a sterilized needle (rubbing alcohol will do) to remove the fluid. This is not recommended for everyone, particularly if you have diabetes or other health condition.
If you wear a pair of shoes that you know will give you blisters, apply moleskin to the area to prevent a blister. It works great!
April 19, 2009 - 2:28pmThis Comment
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