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Wurst

Wurst

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I recently got my new overly expensive orthopedic insoles in an attempt to combat hip bursitis. I went running in them for the first time on Saturday , only around 7 km's and my feet are shredded. I have severe blistering on the soles of my feet and can scarcely walk. It's a good job I cycle to work because I couldn't manage the 1 km walk from the train station. The insoles did not help the hip pain and I'm back to square one.

How do others cope with blisters and diabetes? I've burst mine and sprayed on antiseptic.
 
The best thing I've found for blisters is as soon as you feel it or even after you have developed one are those blister plasters. Not cheap but oh the relief.
 
I've found a decent pair of running socks and if you feel the need some Vaseline helps reduce blisters for me and if I do get them then those blister plasters and a god send.


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I use compeed type blister plasters when I get the odd blister from running . They worked well enough to get rid of a large blood filled blister which I developed 2 weeks from new shoes, two weeks before a marathon. I had though discussed the possibility in advance with my doctor because the plasters do say not to use them if you have diabetes. She felt that for me it was OK as long as I kept an eye on the blister ( she also said I should change the plaster more frequently than the instructions said.. that has never an issue since they normally come off with my socks after running)

If your blisters are so extensive/sore that you can't walk on them then I really think you should ask for medical advice. I'm sure you realise blisters and diabetes can be a bad combination, particularly if you have any neuropathy or circulation problems.
 
If you run often or long distances go to a running store that does gait analysis and get yourself fitted correctly. It's even more important for folks like us and even more important that you check your feet regularly.

Good running socks are also a good call as the are cushioned in the right place but also offer good ventilation and cooling.

If I get a blister, which thankfully is nt too often (touch wood!), I just pierce it once, squeeze out the fluid and apply vasilene so the skin of the bolster doesn't dry out and crack.


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Re: Blisters & Protect It socks

wigglyamp said:
If you run often or long distances go to a running store that does gait analysis and get yourself fitted correctly. It's even more important for folks like us and even more important that you check your feet regularly.

Good running socks are also a good call as the are cushioned in the right place but also offer good ventilation and cooling.

If I get a blister, which thankfully is nt too often (touch wood!), I just pierce it once, squeeze out the fluid and apply vasilene so the skin of the bolster doesn't dry out and crack.


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What we need are 'Protect It' socks, the world's ultimate sock apparently as advertised on DUK. They stretch wider than any other sock, have delayed elastic recovery, silver ions, moisture pump action, wrinkle-free, arch support, non-slip, ventilation zone, seamless, Achilles Tendon protection, 'Y' heel pocket, multizone construction. No wonder there's a man in a lab coat with a clipboard. Vorsprung fur technik!

I thought of putting them on my partner's XMAS list, but they don't cater for disco dresses and six-inch heels. And she would have to hop if she lost one! :lolno:
 
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