Prevention & Preparation

Browse the archives and discover how to stop painful foot blisters from ruining your favourite pursuits.

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Spenco Insoles Prevent Blisters Under Feet

In 1968, researchers described the “ball-bearing effect” of a new closed-cell neoprene Spenco insole material and found it prevents blisters.

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How to stretch your calf muscle - the importance of foot position

Calf Stretch Video Demo - Technique is EVERYTHING!

As a podiatrist, the most common stretch I give people for lots of foot problems (including some blisters) is calf stretches. But technique is EVERYTHING! Watch the video.

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back of heel blisters

6 Popular Ways To Prevent A Back-of-Heel Blister

Back-of-heel blisters are the most common heel blister. Learn how to implement the 6 most popular preventions and find out how they work.

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heel blister treatment band-aid

Heel Blister Treatment & Prevention

Learn how to master the art of heel blister treatment and prevention, including back-of-heel, under the heel and edge heel blisters.

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heel lock lacing technique

The Heel-Lock Lacing Technique For Blister Prevention

The heel-lock lacing technique is my favourite all-in-one blister prevention strategy for heel blisters and most toe blisters. Watch these 3 videos.

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wear holes in the back of the shoe heel counter

Why Do I Wear Holes In The Back Of My Shoes?

I used to wear holes in the back of my shoes very quickly, and have to throw them out well before time. It's a common problem. Here how to fix it.

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under heel blisters

4 Ways To Prevent An UNDER Heel Blister

An under heel blister is rather uncommon. When they do occur, they're most often suffered by runners and hikers on downhill terrain.

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