Tag: custom orthotics

Why a Chiropodist for Routine Foot and Toenail Care?

September 1, 2021 ·

A Chiropodist is a regulated health care professional that provides medical foot care. There are regulated by the College of Chiropodists. This means that they have rules and regulations to follow that are designed to protect the public. The most recent that you will notice are covid-19 related. They dictate … Continue reading Why a Chiropodist for Routine Foot and Toenail Care? →

The Dog Days of Summer – Prevent Dog Related Injuries

July 20, 2021 ·

There are so many positive to having a dog as part of the family. It (should) get you out walking more which has excellent physical and mental health benefits. There are also studies that point to the benefits of decreased blood pressure when petting a dog. Dogs can also present … Continue reading The Dog Days of Summer – Prevent Dog Related Injuries →

What’s happening with my feet after pregnancy?

June 29, 2021 ·

During and after pregnancy many women notice changes in their feet. No, this is not your imagination. Pregnancy has been shown to be associated with permanent foot changes. The arch drops, and there is a loss in rigidity. There is a also an increase in foot length. In a nutshell … Continue reading What’s happening with my feet after pregnancy? →

Change in seasons, changes in foot issues.

June 21, 2021 ·

With a change is season, which seems to get more and more abrupt, our Oakville foot specialists tend to see a change in foot issues. Moving from winter to summer we tend to free out feet! Taking winter boots off, putting running shoes, and sandals on. We may even spend … Continue reading Change in seasons, changes in foot issues. →

Treatment for Corns – Oakville Chiropodist

May 3, 2021 ·

Our Oakville Chiropodists treat foot and ankle issues. This includes toenail and skin related issues. One thing people think most about with regards to Chiropody is custom orthotics, but they treat so much more in a foot clinic! Any painful point, or skin issue on the foot, our Chiropodists are … Continue reading Treatment for Corns – Oakville Chiropodist →

Toenail problems? Our Chiropodist’s can help!

March 29, 2021 ·

Chiropodist’s, or foot specialists, focus on the feet and ankles. They assess and treat the skin or the feet, joints of the feet and ankles, and even the toenails of the feet. Issues with the toenails are more common than you think. We are often able to self treat “small” … Continue reading Toenail problems? Our Chiropodist’s can help! →

What is a Foot Ulcer?

February 14, 2021 ·

Chiropodists or foot specialists are an important part of your health care team if you have decreased sensation of your feet. Ulcers are generally the break down of the normal integrity of the skin. They are skin wounds that are generally slow to heal. They are classified on a scale … Continue reading What is a Foot Ulcer? →

Physio for ‘Shin Splints’ – From a North Oakville Physio

December 3, 2020 ·

The experience of shin splints, like many injuries, can vary in intensity. Shin splints can impact sporting and training activities like running and soccer and not daily activities. Shin splints can also begin to significantly affect daily activities and work activities for some people. Shin splints are also called “medial … Continue reading Physio for ‘Shin Splints’ – From a North Oakville Physio →

Last Date for Custom Orthotics

November 30, 2020 ·

We are coming up to the end of the longest year ever! 2020 has been a challenging year to say the least. As we come up to the end of the year, many people are looking to make sure they have their new pair of custom orthotics before the end … Continue reading Last Date for Custom Orthotics →

We’re open for in-person & virtual visits.

November 16, 2020 ·

As Halton and Oakville moves into the Red stage of Covid-19 response, we have received many questions regarding the status of our North Oakville clinic. Our team continues to be available for in-person visits. We continue to be taking Physio, Massage, Acupuncture, Foot Care, and Yoga Therapy patients in person. … Continue reading We’re open for in-person & virtual visits. →