Tag: Podiatry

Heel Pain, Heel Spurs, and How a Chiropodist Can Help

February 2, 2026 ·

Heel pain is one of the most common foot problems seen in chiropody clinics. It can affect people of all ages, from active runners to those who spend long hours on their feet at work. If left untreated, heel pain can interfere with daily activities and significantly reduce quality of … Continue reading Heel Pain, Heel Spurs, and How a Chiropodist Can Help →

Chiropody and Fungal Infections

December 23, 2025 ·

Fungal foot infections are one of the most common conditions seen in chiropody clinics. While often starting as a mild irritation, fungal infections can become persistent and uncomfortable without proper treatment. At Palermo Plus Physiotherapy and Wellness Center, chiropody plays a key role in diagnosing, managing, and preventing fungal infections … Continue reading Chiropody and Fungal Infections →

Foot Care Myths vs. Facts: What You Should Know About Healthy Feet

November 3, 2025 ·

When it comes to foot care, we’ve all heard some questionable advice. From old wives’ tales to well-meaning but misguided tips, there are a lot of myths circulating about what’s good for our feet. The truth is, your feet deserve better than outdated assumptions, they play a major role in … Continue reading Foot Care Myths vs. Facts: What You Should Know About Healthy Feet →

Diabetic Foot Care

September 26, 2025 ·

Diabetes can have serious effects on your feet. High blood sugar levels can cause nerve damage (neuropathy) and reduce blood flow, leading to decreased sensation, slow healing, and a higher risk of infections and ulcers. That’s why proper foot care is crucial for people living with diabetes. Why Foot Care … Continue reading Diabetic Foot Care →

New! Extended Chiropody Hours

February 21, 2015 ·

In order to better service the local Halton Communities of Oakville, Milton and Burlington, Chiropodist Brittney Wirtz will be increasing her availability. Beginning in March she will now be taking patients for foot and toenail care on Wednesdays in addition to Fridays and Saturdays. She continues to be excited to … Continue reading New! Extended Chiropody Hours →

Arthritis – Osteoarthritis (OA)

September 12, 2014 ·

Arthritis is a condition that affects many of us throughout our lives either directly or indirectly. September is Arthritis awareness month, and because our Foot Specialist (Chiropodist), Massage Therapist and Physio in our clinic in Oakville treat and help so many who are affected by Arthritis, we know that knowledge … Continue reading Arthritis – Osteoarthritis (OA) →

Palermo Professional Centre Grand Opening- September 26, 2014 12:00pm

September 8, 2014 ·

We thank everyone so much for the support of this past month as Palermo Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre continues to grow and we are excited to show our facility. We are located on the second floor in the Palermo Professional Centre, a beautiful new building in Oakville, bordering on Milton … Continue reading Palermo Professional Centre Grand Opening- September 26, 2014 12:00pm →

What is a Bunion?

August 29, 2014 ·

Some can be sensitive when it comes to showing off our feet for a variety of reasons. Our toenails may be odd or thickened (a sign of fungal issues), we may have calluses from irregular wear and from certain shoes, or our toes themselves may not look straight. When the … Continue reading What is a Bunion? →

Texter’s Neck

August 22, 2014 ·

First it was “Texting Thumb”, tendinitis caused by excess cell phone keyboarding, now it’s “Texters Neck”. As people spend less time on desktops and more time on their smartphones and tablets interacting through texting, emailing, and “googling”, there’s been an increase in neck pain and headache complaints. Most people remember the … Continue reading Texter’s Neck →

Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain/ Arch Pain)

August 9, 2014 ·

What is it: Plantar Fasciitis is a very common foot problem that can cause mild to severe pain in a persons’ heel, arch or ball of one or both feet. The plantar fascia is a superficial band that runs from your heel bone (calcaneus) and extends out to attach to … Continue reading Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain/ Arch Pain) →