Everyone loves getting new shoes. Shopping is fun and replacing a pair of worn out dance shoes can make your feet feel brand new. However, the breaking in processing can put a damper on the fun. New dance shoes can be a pain, especially if you are prone to blisters. Blisters are commonly caused by friction and this can be attributed to ill-fitting new shoes. To avoid painful blisters follow these simple shoe purchasing tips.
- Meaure your feet once or twice annually. Be sure to measure length and width.
- Feet swell throughout the day, so shop for your shoes in the afternoonon.
- Bring along or wear the socks or tights you will be wearing with your shoes. A thicker or thinner sock can cause the shoe to rub or slip.
- Try on different sizes for each foot. Feet are not always the same size, so don't try to purchase the smaller size for the larger foot or the larger size for the smaller foot, especially when it comes to pointe shoes.
Here are some tips on how to care for common blisters on the feet. If you have diabetes or poor circulation consult your doctor before attempting the self-care tips.
- If the blister is not causing too much pain, do not puncture it. The skin provides a natural barrier from bacteria.
- Cover the blister with a band-aid.
- Contact your doctor if you notice pus, redness, increasing pain or warm skin.
- Visit our product store for blister preventing products like the blister prevention patches.
For more information about your footcare needs visit
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