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DawnCallas
DawnCallas Posts: 68
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I bought new shoes this week and they are giving me blisters when I work out. I have five on one foot and six on the other. My blisters do not hurt to bad. I can just tell they are there. Should I switch shoes or keep working out in them till they are broken in? How should I treat the blisters? Should I stop walking till they bust and heal? Thanks for any information you can give me!

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  • sweetandsassy81
    sweetandsassy81 Posts: 2
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    I would go get fitted for a pair...using the same ones that dont fit will probably only make it worse...
  • T_R_A_V
    T_R_A_V Posts: 1,629 Member
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    I agree with sweetandsassy...if you have a running store near you then they can match your feet up pretty damn close to perfect with a shoe that will work
  • gurgi22
    gurgi22 Posts: 182 Member
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    Do NOT bust open the blisters!!! This can lead to an infection. You can buy some zinc oxide (diaper rash cream) to dry out the blister area and cover with a bandage. If the area is already opened do not peel it, clean out well with hydrogen peroxide or other antiseptic, place antibiotics like neosporin on it, then cover with a bandage. If you are blistering with new shoes, then look for ones that fit correctly and in the mean time wearing two pairs of socks can decrease friction.

    **Make sure to only use the above mentioned products if you are not allergic to them and if you have signs of an infection to see a doctor right away.

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