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Not everyone is a fan of Compeed, but the instructions for use as approved in licensing this product are quite to the contrary. It is wet wound technology specifically for the purpose of absorbing blister fluid, not as a friction pad (which it also is). The adhesive is very strong and will remove healthy skin if removed prematurely. I suspect that is why the doctor does not like it. He probably uses similar wet wound coverings all the time for wounds much more severe than a blister. I have some up to 6"x6" from 3M for burns and cuts. Many pilgrims don't like it, and don't use it, which is an excellent choice for some.I was told by a doctor in Fromista that I should not put compeed on a blister
My experience is quite different, and I have successfully treated blisters that have survived several days of walking without bursting. Certainly enough time for skin to start healing beneath the blister so that when the top layer comes away, there isn't an open wound site.falcon269 said:Almost all blisters will burst after a few more hours of walking.
Homer-Dog said:I was told by a doctor in Fromista that I should not put compeed on a blister. She said compeed was only for hotspots to prevent the formation of a blister.
That's not what the manufacturers of these products claim. While they do suggest that their products can be used on hot spots, they clearly market to people who have both intact and burst blisters.AJ said:Homer-Dog said:I was told by a doctor in Fromista that I should not put compeed on a blister. She said compeed was only for hotspots to prevent the formation of a blister.
This is my understanding too.
David said:though I suppose it is gaffer (duck) tape now - which is like the force .. it has a light side, a dark side, and holds the universe together
I don't have a problem with using gaffer tape. If that is all that one has, then it can be used to make perfectly reasonable repairs. See, for example http://www.backpacker.com/slideshows/159 or http://www.backpacker.com/create-a-makeshift-blister-cure/slideshows/229.David said:I would never put gaffer tape on a blister - I should be more careful as text doesn't carry the way voice and face does
If you can keep the corners from curling up, moleskin and foam work. I have never been successful with them. Good tape works, even duct tape! Compeed is great because it really adheres, and it absorbs moisture if a blister develops and drains. For me, the friction on the soles of my feet is handled by liner socks and silicone lubricant.if you need any special treatment such as foam padding
max44 said:Has anyone had experience with blisters on the sole of your feet. I have never had one there, and was wondering if you need any special treatment such as foam padding. If thinking along the lines of stopping one from getting worse. I was going to take fixamul stretch, competed for prevention or hot spots, and a few minor things.
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