Blisters - what works?

[funny girl]

I was working as a volunteer today at a large charity walk - saw tons of aching feet and numerous blisters. I realized that I've not had to really address blisters before. So I'm curious, how do you handle blisters personally and what do you tell your clients for their "home work" ?Any athletes that deal with this frequently?

 

[Rachel]

Blisters - what works?

Blisters isn't part of massage therapy. At best, you could refer them to a dermatologist or their primary care physician who would know what specialist to refer them to. If they're asking you questions about blisters, I would tell them that it's not a part of massage therapy as it doesn't involve muscles/tendons/ligaments/etc. Plain and simple. Be well,Jen

 

[J2J]

I know it is a concern of ours when we volunteer for events such as walks or  runs... but it is beyond our scope of practice to advise them on anything other than seek out the first aid station, keep it clean and covered... and DON't POP IT!!!  Unfortunately these are things that they will ask us, because they are sitting in front of us looking for comfort and treatment.  But definitely refer them to the proper area which isn't us.  If this is a serious event such as a marathon, etc.  This is something that their trainer should also have adressed.  You never do an event such as this with new sneakers and you need the proper socks so that you don't get the friction that will occur.  A friend of mine actually got blisters along her bra line from her arms chafing her sides!!! eek!!!

 

[nota-loka]

When I get a blister, which is pretty rare, since I tend toward good shoes and socks, (I had a bad experience with cheap socks!) I use a salve I have made with tea tree essential oil and lavendar eo.  Seems like it has clove in it as well.  Good stuff.