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How to avoid blisters on your feet when wearing new shoes
16 Aug 2024
How to avoid blisters on your feet when wearing new shoes
16 Aug 2024

Everyone has almost certainly experienced foot pain when wearing new shoes, such as blisters on the back of the foot or discomfort in the fingers. Prevention is better than cure. Here are some tips to prevent blisters when wearing new shoes:

  1. Use Comfortable Socks
    Use new socks that are smooth and soft to avoid friction that causes blisters. Thin old socks can make the feet more prone to blisters.

  2. Avoid Wet Feet When Wearing Socks
    Make sure your feet are dry when wearing socks to reduce the risk of blisters caused by moisture.

  3. Stretch Shoes in Specific Areas
    Stretch new shoes, especially leather ones, to speed up adjustment and reduce pressure during use.

  4. Tie Shoelaces According to Comfort
    Choose the lacing method that is most comfortable for you. The 'soft lacing' and 'rock lacing' methods can be an option to change the pressure distribution on the foot.

  5. Wear Shoes Around the House
    Try wearing the shoes and walking around the house to help with the adjustment, but make sure to stay comfortable.

  6. Cover Places Prone to Pain
    Use coverings such as plasters on areas of the foot that are prone to blisters if you have to wear shoes on a long trip.

  7. Dry Shoes in the Sun
    Dry new shoes in the sun to make leather or other natural materials more pliable and flexible, thus conforming to the shape of the foot naturally.

  8. Use Shoe Molds
    Use a shoe mold to adjust the shape of the shoe to your foot, especially for leather or suede shoes.

By following these tips, you can prevent blisters and increase comfort when wearing new shoes.

Source: lifestyle.bisnis.com