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🦶🏻 Don't sweat it. Soak in this wisdom on Foot Perspiration 💦

Published 26 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader,

This month we are digging into a topic that LOTS of you have been asking about... foot perspiration.

From research to moisture-wicking products, we hope you enjoy this month's newsletter!

Rebecca


FACT

Hyperhidrosis - What Exactly Is It?

The body perspires mainly for thermoregulation, but also in response to stress stimuli. With around 125,000 sweat glands per foot, sweating increasing skin friction to aid grip and traction. But some people sweat more than others. Read on to find out the medical definition of hyperhidrosis, and how excessive moisture can be managed.

Read on to learn more > Plantar Hyperhidrosis: Blister Prevention and Excessively Sweaty Feet


QUESTION

Do Antiperspirants Prevent Blisters?

Antiperspirants are commonly thought to prevent blisters by reducing sweat production and consequently friction levels on the skin. Many individuals use antiperspirants on their feet to mitigate sweating and potential blister formation.

However, the question remains: does research support the effectiveness of antiperspirants in preventing blisters? In this article, we'll dig into the scientific evidence to determine whether antiperspirants truly provide blister prevention benefits for the feet.


OFFICE HOURS

Findings on Foot Perspiration

You asked, we provided. This month's Office Hours was solely focused on a topic LOTS of you have been asking about - foot perspiration. Some of the points that were discussed were:

  • Sweat gland anatomy and distribution
  • How much sweat the foot produces
  • Which parts of the foot perspire most (this surprised me!)
  • Relevance to blister formation, prevention and treatment
  • Moisture-management products and techniques

If you missed the live session, the replay can be viewed here. We're sure this session is worth your while!


WHOLESALE PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Looking for reliable products to combat sweaty feet? Blister Prevention has products available for your patients. What's better, if you become one of our wholesale partners, you get exclusive wholesale savings! Stock up on your inventory today by joining our Wholesale Program for free.

Best Tape for Sweaty Feet?

If your patients prefer taping as their go-to blister prevention strategy and they're looking for a tape that’s just a bit thicker than Fixomull, then RockTape H2O is a great choice for blister prevention for the feet, especially sweaty feet.

Moisture-Wicking Socks

Blister Prevention offers a diverse selection of moisture-wicking socks for wholesale, including reputable brands such as ArmaSkin, Smartwool, and Injinji. These socks are specifically engineered with moisture-wicking properties to effectively manage perspiration and keep feet dry during various activities.


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