Running and Blisters?
604289
well, don't wear shoes more than absolutely necessary so the blister can dry out and heal. \n\nA good way to prevent blisters is 1) wear footwear that fits properly; 2) wear cotton socks. Acrylic socks will turn your feet into hamburger meat.
592555
if you get some really good running shoes that will help as well as taking it easy by working up to your normal work routine, 1 mile, 1 1/2 miles, 2 miles... you might want to run on a low impact surface like on a gravel trail or a treadmill and on roads. if nothing else works try asking a doctor or coach if you are on a sports team.
852071
sounds like contact dermatitis...an allergic reaction to soap or something else you've come in contact with.  \n\nI'm allergic to betadine and latex gloves...I get the same small blisters when I wear gloves or use betadine soap.
430410
Absolutely DO NOT pop blisters !!!  Blisters are "nature's bandages".  To help them heal soak them in tepid water and apply a good cream like Neosporin (an anti-biotic cream)and then wrap them gently w/bandages or whatever feels comfy to your blisters.  Tea tree oil in the soak can be helpful for the healing process.  GOOD LUCK !!!
989004
If it does not bother you to walk on then dont pop. \n\nIf it does bother you to walk on rub the blister with alcohol and rub a needle with alcohol. Make a small hole and let drain. Then cover the blister with a bandage.
270183
Those are soooo painful and frustrating.  They may never go away completely.  All you can do is to rest, use lots of ice and stretch plenty before running.  I developed them a few years ago and they have not left yet.
303163
Shin splints generally accompany running and the stress caused from the landing/impact of the activity.  The stress is made worse because of an proportionately stronger calf muscle.\n\nI'd recommend a few things:\n1. Consider running on different a different surface.  Typically you will decrease the impact stress by running on grass.  Grass absorbs much of the impact, concrete on the other hand(asphalt a near 2nd) is one of the worst surfaces to run on.\n\n2. Use a anti-inflamatory.  I'd recommend Naproxin (Aleve over the counter). (Not Tylenol or Asparin, these are not anti-inflamatory medications).\n\n3. And The BIGGEST thing that I can recommend is anterior tibialis exercises.  This is the muscle opposite your calf.  You will be able to flex your AT by lifting your feet.  There are exercise machines that can concentrate on the AT, (use resistance), also you can accomplish the same thing by tying a rope around a 5lb weight and fastening it over the tips of your shoes.  Then do toe raises with your weight on the backs of your feet (the opposite of a toe raise for your calf).\n\nI've found stretching to be relatively ineffective as a treatment.  More than likely, you are pretty stretched out and active if you are having shin splints.
1187012
Try this site....here is some of what they say. There is more to be read at the site below:\n\nPossible causes of symptom: Blisters: The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Blisters as a symptom. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms. \nSkin injury\nSunburn\nSkin cold exposure\nBurn\nFriction burn\nChemical burn\nCold sores\nHerpes simplex\nImpetigo\nAthlete's foot\nEczema\nDiaper rash\nDermatitis herpetiformis\nPemphigoid\nShingles\nChicken pox\nRodent ulcer\nPemphigus vulgaris\nErythema multiforme\nStevens-Johnson syndrome\nPemphigoid\nPustular psoriasis (type of Psoriasis)\nDermatitis herpetiformis\nPemphigus vulgaris\nPorphyria cutanea tarda\nEpidermolysis bullosa\nScalded skin syndrome\nAllergic reactions (type of Adverse reaction)\nJelly fish toxin\nInsect bite\nFoot ulcers (type of Ulcer)\nCertain medications\nSee also mouth blisters
572174
Blisters are quite common for anyone who regularly participates in sports. Most athletes just accept them as the price you pay to play, but there are measures to avoid them, or decrease the pain and risk of infection if you find you have one. \n\nCause\nBlisters form when the skin rubs against another surface, causing friction. First, a tear occurs within the upper layers of the skin forming a space between the layers while leaving the surface intact. Then fluid seeps into the space. Soles and palms are most commonly affected for several reasons. The hands and feet often rub against shoes, skates, rackets, or other equipment. Blister formation usually requires thick and rather immobile epidermis, as is found in these areas. In addition, blisters form more easily on moist skin than on dry or soaked skin, and warm conditions assist blister formation. \n\nPrevention\nTo prevent blisters, you need to minimize friction. For the feet, this begins with appropriate shoe and sock selection. Check out more foot injuries for details. Make sure your shoes are the right size and shape. Wear socks made from synthetic blends. Before you exercise, apply petroleum jelly or talcum power to reduce friction, if needed. \n\nBlister Care\nIf you get a blister, you'll want to relieve your pain, keep the blister from enlarging, and avoid infection. Signs of infection include pus draining from the blister, very red or warm skin around the blister, and red streaks leading away from the blister. Small, intact blisters that don't cause discomfort usually need no treatment. The best protection against infection is a blister's own skin. Larger or painful blisters that are intact should be drained without removing the roof. First clean the blister with rubbing alcohol or antibiotic soap and water. Then heat a straight pin or safety pin over a flame until the pin glows red, and allow it to cool before puncturing a small hole at the edge of the blister. Drain the fluid with gentle pressure, then apply an antibiotic ointment such as bacitracin with polymyxin B (double antibiotic ointment) or bacitracin alone. Avoid ointments that contain neomycin because they are more likely to cause an allergic reaction. Finally, cover the blister with a bandage. Change the dressing daily
1063790
Welcome to shin splints.\nSpend the money and get a good pair of running shoes that offer support.\n I like nubalance the best.\nGood luck.
1016905
I've run several ultra-marathons where stream crossings have been part of the course. Yes, your feet get wet. If you're wearing well fitting running shoes and good, moisture-wicking socks, then the majority of the water is shed from the shoe, and your feet, relatively quickly.\n\nAfter a few hundred yards of running beyond the stream, your feet are only slightly more wet that they would have been from sweat alone. In addition, you've had the opportunity to cool your feet, which is a real joy after having run for 10 hours.\n\nWith some experience you will find that you have one or two areas on your feet which are more likely to blister. These areas can be taped prior to the run, to reduce the abrasion of your shoes and socks. A good blister prevention/treatment kit can be purchased through Zombie Runner -- http://www.zombierunner.com/store/product3.html\n\nWhatever you do, don't wear cotton socks.
960267
well blisters take time to heal so here are two things that you can do. \n1. place a band-aid on the blister\n2. Put duct tape on the blister\n3. put moleskin on the blister\n\nhope that helps
840960
When I was fitted for new walking/running shoes and had blisters the shoe guy told me I was wearing my socks too thick and didn't have the correct support.  He told me to put desitin cream or any baby rash cream on the blisters to keep the moisture away. \n It worked ASAP!
929972
I know exactly what you mean!!!......I play NASCAR Thunder 03 for a long time and my blister on my thumb hurt so bad....I just had to stop playing it! It sucked to becaus eI was so addicted to winning it I didn't want to stop.....But if you just ween yourself off the game...let yourself heal...then go back to it later you should be fine. I can imagine that you could do some serious damage to your wrist if you work it for that long without resting it
716252
sounds like shin splints to me. I get them all the time. Ice them for about twenty minutes a night and immediately after jogging, tap your foot on the ground for about five minutes. It doesn't feel like it's doing a lot to start but then after about a minute, it'll start to burn. Do it for both legs and it should stretch out your shins and reduce shin splints.
383950
What you need to do is stretch before you do jogging or running.  This will help prevent you from having the front of your shins hurting as much.  \n\nYou don't need to see your doctor, as you get more experienced with jogging or running, and if you stretch beforehand, you'll notice it doesn't happen as much after that.
703313
Sounds like you are allergic to them!  Other foods you may be allergic to are \n\n    * dairy products\n    * soy\n    * shellfish\n    * wheat\n    * tree nuts\n    * peanuts\n    * egg whites \n\nYou may not break out in blisters but you may have hay fever, eczema, acne, high blood pressure, etc, etc.