Blisters and muscle strains are extremely common in anyone who is just getting going with a training program. Soaking in cool water for about twenty minutes after walking will help the muscle strains. If the muscle is strained, soak in cold water rather than warm. Not comfortable, but cold water will accelerate the healing process.
For compresses: Use 2 cups of Epsom Salt per gallon of water for sore muscles, bug bites and splinter removal.
For soaking: Add two cups of Epsom Salt to warm water in a standard-sized bathtub. Double the Epsom Salt for an oversized garden tub. Popular for easing muscle pain and fading bruises. Bathe three times weekly, soaking for at least 12 minutes.
Foot bath: Add a cup of Epsom Salt to a tub of warm water as a popular balm for aching feet.
Friction, minor injuries, pressure and sunburn all can cause blisters. If you can prevent a blister from getting infected, it will usually go away within a few days.
STEP 1: Clean the skin around the blister.
STEP 2: Place a doughnut-shaped piece of moleskin over the blister. This will keep pressure off it.
STEP 3: Try to avoid popping the blister unless it's in an especially awkward place, such as the bottom of your foot. The blister provides a sterile environment for the skin underneath. Breaking it makes the area more susceptible to infection.
STEP 4: If you need to pop the blister, use sterile implements, puncture it in a few places at its base and drain the fluid.
STEP 5: If you need to puncture it or if it breaks on its own, clean the area with soap and water or Betadine.
STEP 6: Avoid peeling any skin off the blister; this can lead to an infection and delay healing.
STEP 7: Cover the exposed blister with a thin layer of antibiotic ointment and dry sterile gauze.
STEP 8: Change the gauze regularly and watch for signs of infection, such as pus or redness.
Tips & Warnings
If the infection from a blister doesn't clear up quickly, your doctor may want to prescribe antibiotics.
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