• ESS 349 Lab Manual
  • Terminology
  • Stretching
  • HIPAA
  • HOPS
  • SOAP Notes
  • Universal Precautions
  • Wound Care
  • Blisters
  • P.R.I.C.E.
  • Thermotherapy Notes
  • Cryotherapy Notes
  • Neutral Therapy Notes
  • Game Ready Chart
  • Bob-Dog
  • Modality Chart
  • Heat Modalities
  • Cold Modalities
  • Therapeutic Modalities
  • Preventative Ankle Taping
  • Phases of Rehabilitation
  • Rehab Tools
  • Hypervolt User Guide
  • Ankle HOPS Notes
  • ANKLE HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • How to Use a Tape Shark
  • Arch Taping
  • Patellar Tendon Taping
  • Wraps
  • KNEE HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • Crutch Fitting
  • SHOULDER HOPS
  • Palpations
  • Special Tests
  • Additional Tape Jobs
  • Concussion Education
  • Wiihab
  • Kinesio Tape
  • 3" Powerflex Ankle
  • HOPS Rubrics
  • Download
  • Translations
  • Blisters

    A blister is an area of raised skin where fluids have accumulated caused by excess friction. A blister begins with a hot spot noted by a sharp, burning sensation. A superficial blister will be filled with clear fluids and a deeper blister can fill with blood if a vessel is ruptured. To reduce the amount of friction and prevent blisters it is important to keep socks dry and wear the correct shoe size. To prevent a blister from becoming more severe, cover the area with friction-reducing materials such as donuts, moleskin, Aquaheal, or second skin. If a blister is still intact and in an area that will receive a lot of friction, the blister may be popped. After the blister has been popped, treat as an open wound and then place a doughnut pad around the area to prevent further irritation.

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