1. Ankle soreness. Some hikers, due to improper walking techniques, put prolonged pressure on their ankles, leading tostrain or minor injuries in the tendons and bones around the ankle area. After hiking, you shouldapply a small amount of red flower oil to the ankle and gently massage it for about 15–20 minutes each time, continuing this for a week.
2. Knee pain. Walking for extended periods under harsh conditions such as wind and rain can easily lead torheumatoid arthritis or ligament strain. If you experiencefatigue-related or rheumatic knee injuries after hiking, you should apply hot compresses with chili water daily for one to two months. Alternatively, you can visit a gym daily to use the sauna until your knees feel warm.
3. Black toenails. Before each hike, remember to trim your toenails in advance. If you notice your toenails turning black due to bruising after hiking, you shouldtrim the nails shorter, wear looser shoes so they don’t press painfully, but be prepared — the blackened nails may stay for about six months.
4.Blisters or blood blisters. For small blisters on the toes, wrap them with adhesive tape to reduce pain while walking. For larger ones, use a needle to puncture and drain the fluid, then disinfect and bandage with a plaster. Be sure not to peel off the skin over the blister.If it’s a blood blister — dark purple in color indicating significant bleeding — prepare your disinfection tools. Make a small incision to slowly drain the blood. If there is continuous bleeding, stop it immediately by applying pressure with your fingers, then squeeze out the blood from the blister. Once the bleeding stops, disinfect with an alcohol swab and apply red medicine. It’s best to have it treated at a hospital.
To walk further and further, recovery is crucial. Hiking enthusiasts must remember to progress gradually and allow your body ample rest and recovery before starting the next trek.