Heel blisters
The heel is a classic blister site because the rear of the shoe can move against the skin with every step.
Common causes
- Heel slip in footwear that is too roomy or not secured well.
- A stiff heel counter or seam.
- Wet socks and prolonged activity.
Practical approach
Address the cause first. A plaster can protect, but poorly fitting footwear will continue to create friction. Choose an anatomical plaster shape that covers the complete tender zone and lies flat.
When should you seek medical advice?
Get a blister or wound assessed if there are clear signs of infection, increasing redness or heat, pus, fever, severe pain, poor circulation, or if you have diabetes, neuropathy or an increased wound-healing risk. Always follow the current product packaging and manufacturer instructions.
Get a blister or wound assessed if there are clear signs of infection, increasing redness or heat, pus, fever, severe pain, poor circulation, or if you have diabetes, neuropathy or an increased wound-healing risk. Always follow the current product packaging and manufacturer instructions.
Source basis: current BenPed / Sixtem Life information and current Sixtus Italia product listings, supplemented with conservative practical wound-care guidance. Packaging and current manufacturer documentation take priority if information changes.