Posts by Orangeville Foot Clinic
A Quick Guide – How To Choose the Best Shoes for Your Feet
Did you know that our feet carry us about five times around the earth in an average lifetime, yet the feet are the most neglected part of our body? In fact, most people rarely wear the best shoes for their feet. This post aims to show you what to look at and what to examine…
Read MoreIngrown Toenails – Everything You Need to Know
Ingrown Toenails are considered an urgent condition that can cause severe pain and discomfort. Those who have suffered from an ingrown toenail know how uncomfortable and painful it can be. We know it too! Hence, we do our best to book your appointment as soon as possible to treat those “angry toes”. In this post,…
Read MoreWhy Appropriate Footwear is a Critical Consideration in Retirement Communities?
Why Appropriate Footwear is a Critical Consideration in Retirement Communities? Falls are the most common cause of injury among older Canadians and the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations, and these are on the rise. It is estimated that 1 in 3 seniors aged 65 years and older are likely to fall at least once. Falls…
Read MoreWhat you should know about COVID TOES
We all have heard about the typical COVID-19 symptoms that include, but are not limited to: new dry cough, fever or chills, sore throat, difficulty breathing, chest pain, feeling confused, loss of consciousness, difficulty swallowing, runny nose, hoarse voice, headache, loss of taste or smell, digestive issues (nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain), extreme fatigue, etc. There…
Read MoreCOVID-19 advice for public
Chiropodists are one of the primary health care providers who are in direct contact with patients. This is our responsibility to share trusted information and valid resources about COVID-19 to enhance awareness in our community. We highly recommend that patients over 65 stay home and practice social distancing as much as possible. As of Mar 23rd,…
Read MoreDiabetic Foot Care
Diabetes can affect different parts of the body including the feet for several reasons including reducing skin moisture (dryness), reducing sensation (due to damage to the nerves), reducing wound healing and increasing risk of infection (due to damage to the immune system). There are general skin care recommendations for people who have diabetes from American…
Read MoreWhy Nails Grow Slower in Winter
Is this true that nails grow slower in the winter? This is a common question that I hear from many patients who come to Orangeville Foot Clinic. Many are wondering whether this is a myth or not. It is actually true and there are several reasons behind slower nail growth at winter time. Here are…
Read MoreIngrown Toe Nail and Nail Surgery
Ingrown toe nail is a very common condition among young and adult population. It can become extremely painful and lead to infection, or in severe cases in people with poor circulation or low immune system can lead to amputation! Risk factors for ingrown toenail include genetics, poor trimming technique, tight or pointy footwear, trauma, pregnancy…
Read MoreOrthotics
Custom foot orthotics are prescription medical devices, designed to adjust and control the function of the foot and its alignment wit the lower leg. They are used to treat/prevent injury-causing motions including excessive pronation (rolling in) and supination (rolling out) and make standing, walking and running more efficient. Orthotics can be an essential part of…
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