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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?
How do Diabetic socks and compression socks differ?

Medical Conditions

How do Diabetic socks and compression socks differ?
There are important differences to note when choosing one over the other. We’ll take a moment to outline the differences and provide guidance on selecting the best socks for your needs.
Is a custom brace the right solution for you?

Bracing

Is a custom brace the right solution for you?
Living with knee pain and discomfort is a challenge many Canadians face daily. When it comes to managing knee pain, there are many treatments ranging from rest and modifying activities all the way to a full knee joint replacement.
Plantar Fasciitis: Why Your Heels Hurt and What You Can Do About It.

Medical Conditions

Plantar Fasciitis: Why Your Heels Hurt and What You Can Do About It.
Have you ever stepped out of bed in the morning or stood up after resting briefly and felt a sharp stabbing pain in your heel? You are not alone! That discomfort could be a sign of plantar fasciitis, one of the most common causes of heel pain. It can make everyday activities, like walking, standing, or exercising, uncomfortable and frustrating.  However, the good news is, there are simple ways to help manage the pain and get you back to doing more in life.
Leg Swelling (Edema) – What you need to know

Compression

Leg Swelling (Edema) – What you need to know
Swelling, also known as edema, affects millions of people worldwide. This is a buildup of excess fluid in parts of the body, typically the lower legs or lower arms, that has become congested or “stuck” and is struggling to clear out of the area.
Can Bracing and Compression Socks Help with Arthritis? Yes! Here’s Why…

Compression

Can Bracing and Compression Socks Help with Arthritis? Yes! Here’s Why…
Whether it is stiff knees, or swollen ankles, arthritis can make everyday activities, such as walking, uncomfortable. There are, however, practical real-world solutions to help keep you moving and doing more of the things you love. One of the easiest solutions is bracing or compression socks.
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.
Perfect Gifts for Healthy and Happy Feet

Products

Perfect Gifts for Healthy and Happy Feet
As the holiday season rolls around, we often find ourselves searching for the perfect gifts to bring comfort and joy to our loved ones. But what if you could give a gift that not only warms their heart but also brings relief to their tired, achy feet? With a little help from products designed to keep feet healthy and happy, you’ll be the favourite gift-giver of the season!
Sore knees getting the better of you? Learn possible causes and treatments

Bracing

Sore knees getting the better of you? Learn possible causes and treatments
Dealing with sore knees can be a difficult experience, especially when you are unsure of what’s causing it and how to make it go away.
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.