FAST HEALING: hydrocolloid active gel technology creates an optimal healing environment for foot blisters One of the key benefits of ENGO Blister Patches is that they adhere to the shoe, rather than the skin, and last for weeks to months, sometimes even years! This makes them a cost-effective and convenient solution for people who are prone to developing friction blisters and always on the go. The other outstanding feature of ENGO’s PTFE patches is they are extremely thin, and therefore don’t adversely affect shoe fit. This is particularly convenient in ultra-endurance activities like multiday hiking (like walking the Camino) and ultramarathon events where swelling of the feet is common.

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This has become the gold standard for longevity in blister prevention. And it has taken blister management for the following scenarios to a whole new level: To fit them, you have to position the patch exactly on your insole in the location where it rubs, which is easier said than done. Unfortunately, the best way to find this out is actually get a blister so you can then take the insole out and position your foot on it to see where the patch has to go.It’s that last point that sees me purchasing new boxes of Ballotte heel protectors every month as they’re great to use with running shoes, but note that your feet will get a wee bit sweaty if you wear them all day and if you use them a lot they’ll start tearing after a week or so. ENGO Blister Patches are very thin – only 0.38mm. There’s a significant advantage to this, and that is, they won’t change the way your shoe fits. This is important, especially in endurance activities where your feet swell. It’s also important if your shoes are tight already in certain areas – like if you’ve got a bunion. You simply can’t afford to add more bulk into your shoe in this area without making things worse. Blister pads, cushions and protectors all take up room in your shoe and can change shoe-fit.

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Infected blisters are very painful and can become very dangerous if left untreated as the infection can easily spread to other parts of the body. It can even turn into a life-threatening illness if sepsis develops. Not good when you’re on a long-distance hike miles from the nearest chemist or medical centre. If you’re a runner and you run most days, or you're on a multiday hike, you’ll recognise the wasted time spent taping your feet. Or the mess of applying powder or lube to your feet each day, and sometimes a few times per day. Or if you’re blister prone (like me) and you have to apply your preferred blister strategy each morning just to get through the day, you’ll recognise what a drag this is – day in, day out! When you apply an ENGO Blister Patch to your shoe or insole, with just a tiny bit of care, it will stay there indefinitely. The adhesive is strong and the patches are extremely durable. You can expect a single ENGO Patch to last day after day, week after week, month after month – for a good 300 miles (~500kms). You’ll know it’s time to replace them if the blue surface wears through to white. Each patch has a hard-wearing but very smooth coating so your foot doesn’t suffer from shear friction which is the biggest cause of foot blisters. Friction reducing -designed ultra-light and thin to easily conform to skin and minimize blister-causing frictionUltra-durable - 100% engineered synthetic fiber tape is specially designed to stand up to the rigors and harsh conditions facing Elite athletes during training and competition Before I discovered these things I was a firm believer in supermarket own-brand plasters mainly because plasters are so expensive and they all do the same job, right?

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PTFE is also used in a wide range of medical and industrial applications, including as a graft material in surgery, as a coating on catheters and in gaskets, seals, and bearings.The best course of action is to take steps to reduce the possibility of getting them in the first place, but if you do end up getting one or two the following products should help no end. Blue ENGO Patches (PTFE Patches) used by an ultramarathon runner. Image credit: Ian Corless Wrapping up Prevent blisters for a personal best Whilst running, hiking, on your feet or at a music festival - Keep moving without the painful interruption of blisters. Spend the money and get the best pair you can afford and ensure the ball of the foot fits comfortably inside the widest part.

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As a reader of the Blister Prevention blog, you know friction blisters are a common ailment among active inpiduals such as runners, walkers, hikers, military personnel, netball players, tennis players … you get the picture! PTFE patches, better known as ENGO Blister Patches, offer a convenient and effective solution for preventing and treating these painful skin injuries. This is thanks to its uniquely low coefficient of friction. If you feel localized heat in your foot when walking it’s usually the first indication that you’re about to get a blister. ENGO Blister Patches are designed to reduce friction and battle blisters on your feet. These patches are not just for prevention; they also excel in blister treatment. Simply apply the patch directly to the affected area, and let its unique design and material do the rest. The patches conform to the shape of your foot, providing targeted cushioning and reducing pain and discomfort. They're formed just right to fit nearly all regions where blisters are likely to form—super easy! No matter how vigorous your activity, ENGO Blister Patches offer long-lasting protection and comfort. So that’s the process of getting a blister, which probably doesn’t sound all that bad if you’ve never suffered from them, but if you have you’ll know how painful they are and how much they can impact your walking adventures. Now I take it for granted that I don't get blisters. And that's the way it should be - for everyone. No matter what your activity, how sweaty your feet are, how hot it is where you live, or how blister-prone you are. That's why I've researched and written so extensively about blisters. ENGO Blister Patches aren't my only focus. But they're something I couldn't do without personally, or professionally in my clinic and at the 6-day ultramarathons I provide foot care at.

You can grab your ENGO Patches from our online store. We ship daily, worldwide, from USA and Australia. After 2-5 days a new layer of skin grows and the bubble of fluid is reabsorbed into the body, after which the skin that contained the bubble dries up and peels off. So how do you know if a blister becomes infected? It’s sometimes difficult to notice the difference between an infected and uninfected one as even uninfected fluid bubbles can feel very sore and look red and inflamed, but there are a few tell-tale signs to be aware of.