Foot blisters in netball are one of the most common injuries experienced. We explored netball blister management in detail, with a focus on plantar first mettasophalangeal joint blisters.
- Popularity/Demands of the Sport
- Blister Incidence in Netball (Hopper, 1986; Smyth et al, 2020; Kirk et al, 2022)
- Preventions in Popular Use
- Anatomical Blister Sites
- Case Study – Plantar 1st MPJ Blisters in Netball
- My Proposed Treatment
- Relieving Plantar 1st MPJ Blisters in Netball

Netball Blister Q&A
Question from Aileen: Does deflective felt padding help to prevent blisters?
Question from Leigh: Basic pre-match management to prevent a blister at a previous blister site?
Question from Simone: How to avoid blisters in netballers?
Question from Simone: Acute management of blisters in netball?
Question from Anthony: What short term assistance to provide for painful blisters, permitting sufferer to continue activities?
Question from Tamara: How to myth-bust the old thinking that “friction” is the cause?
Question from Beth: Best thing to use for blisters on long walks?
Question from Leonie: Are double socks, or tape and socks best to reduce blisters?
Question from Leonie: Do you recommend Armaskin blister prevention socks for sports like netball or football/AFL?
Where to learn more and get help
- Learn more at Blister Prevention Pro
- Enrol in Blister Prevention University
- Send your patients/clients to Blister Prevention
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