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Hi! I'm Rebecca, your blister prevention expert.

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

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...

16 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, This month we are spreading some enlightenment on posterior heel blisters, including their causes, how to prevent and treat them, the research, and various other insights. Hope you enjoy! Rebecca FACT Back of Heel Blisters are the most common heel blister Back-of-heel blisters are the most common type of heel blister, sparking my journey to understand blisters better. In this article, you'll see how I educate patients on their treatment choices. Take a read: 6 Popular Ways to...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, This month we are showcasing one of the newest products in Blister Prevention - PelliTec Blister Prevention Pads. Like ENGO they stick to the shoe but unlike ENGO, they're constructed with 6 layers designed to move with your foot. PelliTec Pads are the innovative choice for your clients seeking a "heel grip". Rebecca FOUNDATION PelliTec Pads' Origin Story Boxer Lenny Waters was frustrated traditional products didn’t prevent his blisters. He and Karl Ormond came up with PelliTec...

2 months ago • 1 min read
Hydrocolloid Healing

Hi Reader, This month's topic is sure to pique your interest - it's all about hydrocolloids. We also have massive news to share that could significantly benefit your practice revenue. Hope you enjoy this edition! Rebecca FACT That White Gel Bubble With hydrocolloids, there's a simple yet powerful sign of healing: the white gel bubble. When a blister is deroofed, hydrocolloid blister plasters go to work. These unique dressings, made of exudate-absorbent hydrophilic particles on the inside,...

6 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, This month, we're diving straight into the art and science of blister lancing. In this edition, we'll explore the ins and outs of lancing and everything in between. So, let's get ready to lance and learn! Rebecca DO'S AND DON'TS Lance like a Pro Blister lancing can be a powerful tool in your blister management arsenal, but it's crucial to do it right. This race-day demonstration will guide you through the dos and don'ts of blister lancing, ensuring you're well-prepared the next...

7 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Welcome to this month's newsletter! In this edition, we identify patients who are blister-prone. Whether they consider themselves blister-prone or not, it's up to you to help them navigate reliable preventions. It's 100% possible for blister-prone people to be blister-free! We've got some valuable information to help you and your patients predict and prepare for blisters effectively. Let's get started! Rebecca FACT "Blister-prone" - is there such a thing? There is absolutely such a...

8 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, In this edition, we're all about PelliTec Blister Pads and how they can save your patients from blister troubles. Strap in as we explore the awesome benefits of these pads and how they can make a real difference in your patients' various athletic activities. Rebecca FACT What are PelliTec Blister Pads? PelliTec Blister Pads were inspired by Lenny Waters, a boxer, and his friend Karl Ormond, who sought a better blister prevention solution. The pads feature a unique six-component...

9 months ago • 1 min read
Breaking down blisters with experts Dr. Doug Richie, Rebecca Rushton, and Talysha Reeve.

Hi Reader, Welcome to this month's newsletter! We're exploring the fascinating world of blisters with experts Dr. Doug Richie, Rebecca Rushton, and Talysha Reeve. If you missed it, catch up on Part 1 and Part 2 for valuable insights into blister causation and prevention. We also dive into the realm of fixation tape, comparing brands for flexibility, adhesion, and water resistance. Find out which tape performs best! Enjoy! Rebecca PODCAST PART 1 Breaking Down Blisters With Talysha Reeve on The...

11 months ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader, Welcome to this month's newsletter! As always, sharing some tips on how to help your patients more. Rebecca FACT Being "Blister Prone" is a Thing There is absolutely such a thing as being blister prone. Experimental blister research shows it. Think of blister susceptibility as a continuum: Blister prone <------> Blister resistant We all sit somewhere on that continuum. However, just because your patient seems to be blister prone, doesn't mean they have to suffer through blisters....

12 months ago • 1 min read
Common Blister Prevention Misconceptions

Hi Reader, This month we're bringing you some common misconceptions on specific blister prevention strategies, plus a couple of podcasts I was on recently that you might want to catch. As always, if you need anything, please reach out - simply reply to this email. Rebecca FACT Lubricants Lubricants are very good at reducing friction (via a lower COF). Until they increase friction. Learn about the 5 downsides to lubricants as a blister prevention. Lubricants MYTH BUSTING Hot-Spots The hot-spot...

about 1 year ago • 1 min read
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