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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.
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.
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!
5 Therapeutic areas where BioPed can help you

General

5 Therapeutic areas where BioPed can help you
At BioPed Footcare we are your one stop shop for all of your lower limb needs.
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.
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.
How Do Diabetic Socks and Compression Socks Differ?

Compression

How Do Diabetic Socks and Compression Socks Differ?
Have you ever shopped for specialty socks and noticed both compression socks and diabetic socks, and thought to yourself, What is the difference? Aren’t they basically the same thing? They do in fact look similar but can serve different purposes. Understanding the differences between compression socks and diabetic socks can help you choose what is right for your feet.
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.