J Athl Train January 2024 PMID 36701751

Friction Blisters of the Feet: A New Paradigm to Explain Causation.

Rebecca Rushton, Douglas Richie

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What people are saying

Overall, the discussions reflect curiosity and cautious optimism, with comments like ‘Rubbing doesn’t cause blisters’ and references to shear deformation highlighting a shift from traditional beliefs. Words like ‘new paradigm’ and ‘limitations of previous models’ emphasize the significance of the research, fostering a moderate level of interest and engagement among participants.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the article's challenge to traditional views on blister causes, showing general support for its new paradigm.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate curiosity about the new explanation involving shear deformation, indicating some level of engagement with the scientific concept.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reference specific aspects like bone movement and shear forces, suggesting active consideration and some technical engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion hints at implications for understanding blister prevention, implying a moderate impact on how this topic might influence future research or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • Friction blisters commonly affect active individuals during activities like running and hiking, but their exact causes are not well understood.
  • The traditional belief attributes blister formation to heat, moisture, and friction, while the real culprit is repetitive shear deformation involving bone motion, high friction forces, and repeated shear events.
  • This article aims to challenge traditional views on blister formation and present a new perspective on its causes and prevention.

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Bruce Williams
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Friction blisters: A new paradigm to explain causation . article aims to highlight the limitations of the long-held blister causation paradigm and offer a new explanation. https://t.co/1Dnzhyh2DN https://t.co/L3r265kB6R

May 9, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,407 followers View post →
Journal of Athletic Training
@JAT_NATA · X

Rebecca Rushton, BSc(Pod) (@RebeccaJRushton) and Douglas Richie, DPM highlight the limitations of the long-held blister causation paradigm and offer a renewed paradigm for blister causation. Article: https://t.co/CTQbS2Bfew https://t.co/a1oI9skQiQ

Feb 3, 2023 · 1 like · 9,809 followers View post →
Blister Prevention
@blisterprev · X

Rubbing doesn’t cause friction blisters—it can actually prevent them! The real culprit is what’s happening under the skin surface. It’s called shear deformation and it is triggered by the movement of foot bones! Understand how it all works: https://t.co/OPatgZtUpw https://t.co/B7zD0wa9ry

Sep 13, 2024 · 602 followers View post →
Excalibur
@Excalibur2021 · X

RT @Docorange1: Friction blisters: A new paradigm to explain causation . article aims to highlight the limitations of the long-held blister…

May 9, 2023 · 1 share · 77 followers View post →

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Blister Prevention
@blisterprev · X

Rubbing doesn’t cause friction blisters—it can actually prevent them! The real culprit is what’s happening under the skin surface. It’s called shear deformation and it is triggered by the movement of foot bones! Understand how it all works: https://t.co/OPatgZtUpw https://t.co/B7zD0wa9ry

Sep 13, 2024 · 602 followers View post →
Talysha Reeve
@P3Podiatry · X

Jan 21, 2024 · 49 followers View post →
Excalibur
@Excalibur2021 · X

RT @Docorange1: Friction blisters: A new paradigm to explain causation . article aims to highlight the limitations of the long-held blister…

May 9, 2023 · 1 share · 77 followers View post →
Bruce Williams
@Docorange1 · X

Friction blisters: A new paradigm to explain causation . article aims to highlight the limitations of the long-held blister causation paradigm and offer a new explanation. https://t.co/1Dnzhyh2DN https://t.co/L3r265kB6R

May 9, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 4,407 followers View post →
Journal of Athletic Training
@JAT_NATA · X

Rebecca Rushton, BSc(Pod) (@RebeccaJRushton) and Douglas Richie, DPM highlight the limitations of the long-held blister causation paradigm and offer a renewed paradigm for blister causation. Article: https://t.co/CTQbS2Bfew https://t.co/a1oI9skQiQ

Feb 3, 2023 · 1 like · 9,809 followers View post →
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