In order to get rid of blisters on the bottom, top and back of the foot, it’s important to protect the blisters and give them time to heal. Most foot blisters go away on their own. To make foot blisters heal faster, cover the area with a protective cushion or bandage to prevent friction and irritation which can interfere with healing or cause blisters to open. While it can be frustrating to deal with foot blisters, avoid the temptation to pop them as this can increase the risk of infection.

If a blister pops, clean the area thoroughly using soap and warm water. Antibiotic ointments can be used to reduce the risk of infection. Cover the blister with a sterile bandage and replace the bandage on a daily basis until the skin has healed.

Some blisters become infected and require medical attention. Signs of infection include redness, pain and swelling. Infected blisters may also feel hot to the touch and produce a yellow, cloudy liquid.

To treat and heal foot blisters, it’s better to leave them alone and allow them time to resolve undisturbed. As long as they’re not causing pain, blisters shouldn’t be popped. In order to cure foot blisters and promote proper healing, avoid ill-fitted shoes that rub against the affected area. Blisters from shoes will have trouble healing if the same shoes are worn with no steps to protect the skin. To heal blisters from shoes, cover the affected skin with a blister cushion or bandage in order to prevent friction and irritation. Cushions and bandages can also be used to treat blisters from running.

To care for foot blisters that have broken open, wash the skin using warm water and soap. Consider using alcohol to disinfect or an antibiotic ointment in order to reduce the chance of an infection. Cover the skin with a sterile bandage every day while the skin has a chance to heal. To treat large foot blisters, bigger bandages and gauze may be required.

If a blister appears to be infected, consult a healthcare professional for evaluation. Infected blisters may be red and swollen, and they may be painful, hot or tender to the touch. Infected blisters may also ooze a yellow-colored liquid.

Blood blisters on the foot usually last about 1-2 weeks and typically go away on their own without any special care aside from keeping the area clean.

Blood blisters on the foot should be evaluated by a healthcare professional if they don’t go away on their own or they keep coming back. A blood blister that is painful or infected should also be seen by a medical provider.

Athlete’s foot can cause blisters in some severe cases but not all cases. Blisters from athlete’s foot most commonly form on the soles of the feet and between the toes.

No, it’s best not to pop foot blisters as long as they’re not painful. In most cases, blisters heal on their own and the fluid inside is reabsorbed back into the body. Foot blisters typically heal faster with less chance of infection when they’re left undisturbed and allowed to heal without being popped.

There are several ways to prevent blisters under the foot and on the arch of the foot when running.

• Wear properly fitted running shoes that stay in place. When shoes don’t fit properly, they can rub against the skin and cause blisters.
• Consider using orthotics, insoles and heel liners with shoes as these can help prevent blisters by improving the fit of running shoes and reducing friction.
• Wear moisture-wicking socks as they can help reduce the buildup of sweat which contributes to blister-causing friction. Moisture-absorbing powders and spray products can also reduce sweat.
• Apply moleskin or blister cushions to specific areas of the foot prior to running in order to protect against friction.

Blister cushions and bandages can be applied to foot blisters that haven’t popped. These products protect the skin from friction and help promote healing. For blisters that have popped, apply a sterile bandage after cleaning the skin thoroughly with soap and warm water. Prior to bandaging, alcohol or antibiotic ointment can be applied to reduce the chance of infection.

Most foot blisters are caused by friction from shoes rubbing against the skin. This can occur from shoes that don’t fit properly or from wearing a new pair of shoes all day without breaking them in first. There are other causes of foot blisters as well. For example, allergic reactions and certain types of skin infections such as athlete’s foot can cause foot blisters.