Blisters


Preventing Foot Blisters

Thursday, August 28th, 2008

The key to preventing foot blisters is to purchase shoes that offer the right combination of size, comfort and support.
1 Shop for shoes in the afternoon as feet sewll during the day, so midday is the best time for a good fit.
2 Wear the socks you would normally wear when you go for the fitting.
3 […]

Shoe Shopping Tips to Minimize Foot Problems

Tuesday, December 5th, 2006

The next time you’re shoe shopping, keep these tips in mind:
Choose sensible heels, an inch and a half or less, with a wide heel base. Narrow, stiletto-type heels don’t give good support.
Recheck your shoe size occasionally, they can get longer and wider as you age.
Don’t rely on shoe size alone, try them on.
Compare the width […]

High heels….is the pain worth the gain?

Tuesday, December 5th, 2006

“To minimize foot problems, just wear high heels for special occasions.” We have probably heard that before.
You love shoes. Shopping for them, trying them on and — most of all — buying them. Most professional women use high heels as part of their image. But what if your feet don’t feel so good, and they […]

Foot blisters

Friday, September 22nd, 2006

Blisters are small swelling of the skin containing watery fluid caused by friction. The body responds to the friction by producing fluid which builds up beneath the part of the skin being rubbed, causing pressure and pain.
Blisters are a common problem with athletes wearing in new shoes. They are also a common problem for […]