Emergency plan | Injury prevention | Preventing disease transmission |
Heat emergencies | Ankle injuries | Knee injuries | Dislocations | Blisters | Bleeding | Nose bleeds |
Head & neck injuries | Broken bones

Blisters
Blisters typically appear as a raised bubble of skin with fluid beneath; the fluid may be clear or bloody. The blister may be torn with new skin exposed. Generally painful.

FIRST AID:
Rub ice over the area.
Place small moleskin doughnut over the outside edges of the blister and tape to prevent further friction.
If the blister is torn, wash area with soap and water; put ointment over the blister and cover with a protective dressing.

DON’T:
Treat a blister lightly; infection can result, causing serious problems.
Puncture blister - let a physician do so.

PREVENTATIVE STEPS:
Properly fitting shoes and socks are essential.
Proper conditioning is necessary to allow the skin to become accustomed to the activity load.
Wear two pairs of socks if friction is extremely bad.