282 Foot Care for Load-Bearing
massage feet, apply foot power, change socks, and medicate any blisters. Cover open
blisters, cuts, or abrasions with absorbent adhesive bandages. Obtain relief from swelling
feet by loosening bootlaces where they cross the arch of the foot.After a load-bearing exercise, caring for the feet should be a priority. Socks should
be washed and dried, and boots should be dried. Feet require airing, elevation, and rest.
After washing, dry the feet well. If the feet have any injuries, they should be taken care of.