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I had this same problem with my small toe which turns under my fourth toe. On my last camino I purchased some five toe socks by Injinji (purchased through REI in the US). They are generally used for running so you may find them under running gear. I used these as liner socks under smart wool socks. I also used a product called "Glide" on my feet and between my toes before putting on my socks (it comes in a stick form) - probably over-kill but I really didn't want the toe problem again. It solved my problem and I had zero blisters! On previous caminos I also used moleskin whenever I felt a hot spot and prevented blisters from forming on my heel and the ball of my foot. I leave for the Via de la Plata and Camino Sanbres on Wednesday and will be using this system again. I hope this helps.On my last Camino I had horrible blisters between the middle and 4th toe, and under the latter. Basically the whole toe was raw. I've never had this before, in spite of relatively recently treking in Ladakh (3 years before), and a lot of backpacking and marathons in my 20s and 30s (that was some time ago). Same boots and sock system as 'usual.'
Has anyone had experience with successfully preventing these? Leaving soon and am putting together my first-aid/foot kit....really don't want to repeat the experience if I can avoid it; it was pretty excruciating.
On my last Camino I had horrible blisters between the middle and 4th toe, and under the latter. Basically the whole toe was raw..
On my last Camino I had horrible blisters between the middle and 4th toe, and under the latter. Basically the whole toe was raw. I've never had this before, in spite of relatively recently treking in Ladakh (3 years before), and a lot of backpacking and marathons in my 20s and 30s (that was some time ago). Same boots and sock system as 'usual.'
Has anyone had experience with successfully preventing these? Leaving soon and am putting together my first-aid/foot kit....really don't want to repeat the experience if I can avoid it; it was pretty excruciating.
Ouch I know these blisters well. My little toes tend to curl and get squashed beneath the 4th toe as I walk. I have had great relief with Injinji brand toe socks. I wear them as liners. They are thin breathable ”gloves” for your feet that protect by providing friction barriers between your toes. So far these have saved my little toes from being brutalized by their neighbors.On my last Camino I had horrible blisters between the middle and 4th toe, and under the latter. Basically the whole toe was raw. I've never had this before, in spite of relatively recently treking in Ladakh (3 years before), and a lot of backpacking and marathons in my 20s and 30s (that was some time ago). Same boots and sock system as 'usual.'
Has anyone had experience with successfully preventing these? Leaving soon and am putting together my first-aid/foot kit....really don't want to repeat the experience if I can avoid it; it was pretty excruciating.
Thanks, Mar!I have had great relief with Injinji brand toe socks. I wear them as liners. They are thin breathable ”gloves” for your feet that protect by providing friction barriers between your toes. So far these have saved my little toes from being brutalized by their neighbors.
I have used a New Zealand Wool product called Wűru. Wrap a bit around the problem area on my foot. Eazy peazy.
Just...yes. This is a low tech, breathable, and inexpensive remedy that really works.hikers wool
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