Blister question

[Zev1963]

I've been running since 2014. Currently running 16km on sunday, 9km tuesday, 9km thursday. I have three pairs of running shoes, and use one pair for each of the 3 running days.

Until a couple of weeks ago, I have never had blisters from running, even when I was doing 25km long runs on sundays.

Now I have a blood blister on the inside edge of my right foot, in line with the ball of my big toe.

Does anyone have advice on whether it is best to pierce it, or to leave it full.

Any other advice regarding running blisters?

Many thanks in advance for any of your thoughts

[MissUnderstanding Administrator Graduate]

I haven’t suffered with anything like this but the NHS suggests leaving them alone to heal.

nhs.uk/conditions/blisters/

You might like to pop over to the “Fun Beyond 10k” board where I’m sure there’s a LOT of experience with blisters and might suit you best with your epic new run pattern!

healthunlocked.com/marathon...

[Jell6 Graduate]

I rarely get blisters, but I have had one or two over the years, not running related. I've tried both ways. On the advice of a tissue viability nurse, I pierced the blister, made no difference, it filled again😖 Generally I'd say leave intact. If the source of friction is removed it will heal.

Compeed blister plasters are very good though!