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I’ve been told that my arches are collapsing? Is this possible and if so, is it a bad thing?

Medical Footcare

I’ve been told that my arches are collapsing? Is this possible and if so, is it a bad thing?
The foot is a complex system consisting of 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 ligaments, tendons, and muscles. The foot is subdivided into the rearfoot, midfoot, and forefoot.
Stretches to Keep Feet Active

Tip & Tricks

Stretches to Keep Feet Active
Stretching is an often-overlooked solution when it comes to helping with aches and pains. Stretching can be a simple yet powerful way to ease foot pain and tackle various foot issues.
Why a properly fitted shoe is so important to foot health

Footwear

Why a properly fitted shoe is so important to foot health
Nothing is more important to your feet than a pair of shoes. Your feet are what keep you moving through life, from working that 12-hour shift to scoring the game-winning goal.
I have thicker legs and find compression too tight around the top of my calf, making them uncomfortable. Is there something I can do?

Medical Footcare

I have thicker legs and find compression too tight around the top of my calf, making them uncomfortable. Is there something I can do?
Do your legs ever feel achy, tired, fatigued, heavy or swollen? If they do, you may have a condition known as chronic venous insufficiency and you could benefit from compression therapy.
Children’s Shoes: Selecting the Right Shoes for Back-to-School

Footwear

Children’s Shoes: Selecting the Right Shoes for Back-to-School
It’s that time of year again! The back-to-school rush is in full swing.
Understanding Corns & Calluses

Medical Footcare

Understanding Corns & Calluses
Corns and callus are common and can be painful if left untreated. BioPed footcare clinicians treat corns and callus during routine footcare appointments.
Should I be wearing compression socks?

Compression

Should I be wearing compression socks?
Do you ever experience achy and tired legs? Do you ever have leg swelling, a feeling of leg heaviness, or restless legs? If so, you might be suffering from what is called CVI, or Chronic Venous Insufficiency.
How does compression work?

Compression

How does compression work?
Compression socks can be a lifesaver for people who sit or stand for long periods of time. Whether you have a condition that causes swelling or not, compression socks can be used to allow you to do more while moving through your busy day.
Should I be wearing compression?

Compression

Should I be wearing compression?
Do your legs ever feel achy, tired or fatigued, heavy or swollen? If they do, you may have a condition known as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) and would benefit from compression therapy.
Do your feet need end of summer care?

Medical Footcare

Do your feet need end of summer care?
You have been enjoying the beautiful summer weather. Kicking off your shoes, walking around the pool or with your toes in the sand at the beach. Life is good. Summer is a great time to get outside and do more, but have you been taking care of your feet? Do your feet require some end-of-summer care to prepare for fall?