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You don’t have to ‘just suffer’ with joint pain

Orthotics

You don’t have to ‘just suffer’ with joint pain
Joint pain can be a significant hurdle, affecting your ability to move freely and do the things you love. Understanding how to manage joint pain can help you stay active and do more in life, whether due to injury, chronic conditions, or aging
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.
Do You Have Sore Knees But No Diagnosis?

Bracing

Do You Have Sore Knees But No Diagnosis?
It’s frustrating when we have pain and don’t know what it is or what to do about it. When knee pain strikes, the effects can be debilitating.
Can I wash my orthotics and still maintain their effectiveness?

Orthotics

Can I wash my orthotics and still maintain their effectiveness?
How have your custom orthotics been holding up lately? Your orthotics can undergo a lot of wear and tear throughout the day, whether you use them in work boots, dress shoes, sandals, or a combination of them all!
Orthotics Did You Know?

Orthotics

Orthotics Did You Know?
Orthotics is a term that you may hear now and again.
Common causes for foot pain on the tops of your feet

Medical Footcare

Common causes for foot pain on the tops of your feet
Dealing with foot pain can be a real challenge. Our feet take us where we want to go and dealing with pain in them isn’t fun.
“Are your services covered under OHIP, MIS, HIBC?”

Tip & Tricks

“Are your services covered under OHIP, MIS, HIBC?”
Programs such as OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan), HIBC (Health Insurance British Columbia), and MSI (Medical Services Insurance) typically do not cover the items or services offered at BioPed for your foot health.
Will the orthotics I wear everyday fit in my ski boots and skates?

Orthotics

Will the orthotics I wear everyday fit in my ski boots and skates?
Pain in the feet can hit at any time. Whether it’s while scoring your next goal or carving it out on the slopes, we’ve got your feet covered with comfort in mind!
Is one of your toes ignoring the rest?

Medical Footcare

Is one of your toes ignoring the rest?
Toes come in all shapes and sizes. They can vary in length and width, they can even be bent, curly or crossed over another toe.
I have arthritis in my toes. Can this be reversed?

Medical Conditions

I have arthritis in my toes. Can this be reversed?
Once arthritis develops in the toes, it cannot be reversed. If treated appropriately, the symptoms of toe arthritis can be managed well and can slow down the progression of the arthritic process. There’s no reason for it to stop you from doing the activities you want to do and love!