- Puncture blisters only when absolutely necessary, i.e. when the blister is likely to break, and if you are going to continue hiking.
- Before puncturing it, first wash the area well with soap and water.
- Apply antiseptic and insert a sterilized needle through healthy skin just off periphery of blister into the fluid (not through the dead skin covering the blister).
- Apply antiseptic, a gauze pad and plaster.
This information is provided merely as a guideline and the author does not accept responsibility for incorrect/incomplete information. |
|
