Compeed Plasters

[Gillers]

Hi

I am doing the Sarria to Santiago route next week and was wondering about which Compeed Plasters should I take?

Would one pack be enough as well for just 5 days walking?

There seems to be lots of options:

1. Compeed Blister Mix (pack of 5)
2. Compeed Blister Extreme
3. Compeed Underfoot Blister
4. and many many more

Thanks in advance

 

[Deleted member 3000]

The mix will be good. You don't know where the blister might appear. You can buy more along the way, so one box is enough to start.

 

[Anemone del Camino]

The idea is not to get a blister, not to supee think patching them up.

Prepare your skin, get the right socks and shoes.

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

Where ever I walk for a longer period , the only things that I have with me are tape, small bottle of alcohol and a few needdles.
Never had to used it myself do. I used it only to help the feed of other people.

As Anemone already stated it all begin with taking good care of your feed and wearing the wright socks and shoes.

Wish you well and a Buen Camino , Peter .

 

[C clearly]

Be aware that there is some disagreement about whether Compeed is a good idea or not. If it is used wrong, it can cause a worse problem than before. Other people love it. If Compeed is ripped off, it can take a lot of skin with it. If the blister and surrounding area are not cleaned properly initially and then the Compeed is left on for days, an infection could develop and you wouldn't see it. Be sure to understand how it should and should not be used. This thread includes a lot of discussion on the topic.

I take some first aid tape to protect hot spots, antiseptic and simple bandaids for blisters, and gel toe tubes for blisters on my baby toes. I prefer to be able to examine and clean any blisters each day.

 

[SabsP]

Where ever I walk for a longer period , the only things that I have with me are tape, small bottle of alcohol and a few needdles.
Never had to used it myself do. I used it only to help the feed of other people.

As Anemone already stated it all begin with taking good care of your feed and wearing the wright socks and shoes.

Wish you well and a Buen Camino , Peter .

Idem here Peter! I personally do not like Compeed at all.

So I just take a minimum of tape and Isobetadine with me and buy new material if needed in the very well equipped and professionally staffed Spanish pharmacies.

 

[HeidiL]

Nylons! Wear bigger shoes and nylons (knee-highs) under your well-fitting walking socks. I've had ONE blister, ever, on my Caminos...

Change socks (left to right) every time you sit down to ensure that there aren't any wrinkles and folds that may rub your feet as you're walking.

The Compeed stick, rubbed on any hot areas before you put on the nylons, is another good thing. Some people swear by vaseline.

 

[marian55]

I ruined my heel with it. Ended up with a real severe problem after what started as a simple blister. I can walk with it, but always in a limited distance. Over 20/23 km. it hurts like hell.
Days of 30 km and more are no longer possible.

 

[Annette london]

As others have said, preparation is the key! If you feel a hot spot just put a bit of tape e.g like leukoplast -- the stuff on a roll. And leave it for as long as it stays on. ( mine can stay on for weeks!) I also do the same for a blister if I get one. Don't walk in wet socks. Change them as many times in the day that you need to. Don't overfill your boots with dressings etc as this will cause the boot to become smaller, thus causing friction in other parts of the feet. Hope you get off Scott free as blisters are the bane of the camino. Best wishes Annette

 

[Tia Valeria]

If you have not used Compeed before then ask yourself whether waterproof sticking plasters stay stuck to you. If not then Compeed probably will not do so either.
We just take ordinary sticking plasters that we know suit our skin and some of the Spanish micropore type tape. Never had to use it as our feet were looked after and sock/boot system had been well worked at beforehand and we never had blisters.

 

[bunnymac]

Where ever I walk for a longer period , the only things that I have with me are tape, small bottle of alcohol and a few needdles.
Never had to used it myself do. I used it only to help the feed of other people.

As Anemone already stated it all begin with taking good care of your feed and wearing the wright socks and shoes.

Wish you well and a Buen Camino , Peter .

I find a small bottle of alcohol will get me through most crises

 

[Albertagirl]

Hi

I am doing the Sarria to Santiago route next week and was wondering about which Compeed Plasters should I take?

Would one pack be enough as well for just 5 days walking?

There seems to be lots of options:

1. Compeed Blister Mix (pack of 5)
2. Compeed Blister Extreme
3. Compeed Underfoot Blister
4. and many many more

Thanks in advance

@Gillers
I found a Compeed patch leftover from my last camino in my foot repair kit when I was just about out of everything else backpacking in the Rockies a few weeks ago with newish boots which were 1/2 size too large. I happily stuck it on one very sore, skinned heel and forgot about it, because it stuck so well and the heel did not hurt any more. When I arrive in Spain in September, I intend to buy a variety of sizes in ample quantity for myself and any walkers I meet who need them. They are not perfect, but pretty much the best that I have seen so far for feet which really hurt. Paper tape is good too, for occasional hot spots.

 

[trecile]

I find a small bottle of alcohol will get me through most crises

To disinfect or to drink?

 

[aliwalks]

Hi

I am doing the Sarria to Santiago route next week and was wondering about which Compeed Plasters should I take?

Would one pack be enough as well for just 5 days walking?

There seems to be lots of options:

1. Compeed Blister Mix (pack of 5)
2. Compeed Blister Extreme
3. Compeed Underfoot Blister
4. and many many more

Thanks in advance

I needed the underfoot due to rain causing some blisters, but would take mixed pack, Aliwalks and Buen Camino!

 

[Shades of Narnia]

Be aware that there is some disagreement about whether Compeed is a good idea or not. If it is used wrong, it can cause a worse problem than before. Other people love it. If Compeed is ripped off, it can take a lot of skin with it. If the blister and surrounding area are not cleaned properly initially and then the Compeed is left on for days, an infection could develop and you wouldn't see it. Be sure to understand how it should and should not be used. This thread includes a lot of discussion on the topic.

I take some first aid tape to protect hot spots, antiseptic and simple bandaids for blisters, and gel toe tubes for blisters on my baby toes. I prefer to be able to examine and clean any blisters each day.

I really appreciated the thread 'Blisters are optional'.....came through recently. Sound advice, clear instruction for each of the 3 types of blister. Buen Camino love sandi

 

[Pete Dunn]

I really appreciated the thread 'Blisters are optional'.....came through recently. Sound advice, clear instruction for each of the 3 types of blister. Buen Camino love sandi

Compeed has saved my feet on many occasions in the past. Use it as soon as you feel a sore patch, don't wait until it's become a full blown blister.

Good advice here is to get the right boots and socks that fit you, and test them thoroughly before you commence the Camino.

However, the real blister 'life-saver' for me has been Superfeet inner soles, the green ones suit me best but there are a range to cover most feet and activities. All our feet pronate differently and the 'before' and 'after' results for me were staggering, very rarely get a blister nowadays. And no, I don't hold shares in the company!!

https://www.superfeet.com

Hope this helps and Buen Camino!