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Shin Splints Slowing You Down? Here’s What to Do

Shin Splints Slowing You Down? Here’s What to Do
If you've ever experienced a deep, nagging pain along your shinbone after a run, a game, or even a long walk, you're not alone. Shin splints can derail your athletic performance and make everyday activities painful. This condition often results from excessive stress on the lower leg, but the good news is that there are ways to manage and prevent shin splints so you can get back to what you enjoy most.
Navigating Insurance Coverage: The client vs the clinic’s responsibilities

Tip & Tricks

Navigating Insurance Coverage: The client vs the clinic’s responsibilities
Having a benefit plan that helps cover medical devices and services, such as orthotics, braces, compression socks, and chiropody/nursing foot care, can bring real peace of mind when you are in need. We understand that navigating insurance coverage can sometimes feel overwhelming, and BioPed Footcare is here to support you through that process. So, what does the process look like? With millions of unique health benefit plans in place across Canada, most clinics like BioPed do not have access to the specific details of your individual coverage. Both the client and the medical clinic play important roles in the process, so let’s take a look!
I have spider veins and my doctor has recommended compression socks. Should I consider wearing them?

Compression

I have spider veins and my doctor has recommended compression socks. Should I consider wearing them?
It is definitely something worth considering! Spider veins, also known as telangiectasias, are damaged, visible blood vessels just beneath your skin’s surface.
Diagnosed with Diabetes? Footcare that goes beyond the basics

Medical Conditions

Diagnosed with Diabetes? Footcare that goes beyond the basics
Diabetes can be tricky to navigate if you have just been diagnosed. Let’s review a few tips and tricks to keep those feet healthy, and happy well into your upcoming winter walks!
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
Your Body’s Foundation: Why Foot Health Matters More Than You Think

Orthotics

Your Body’s Foundation: Why Foot Health Matters More Than You Think
We carefully choose supportive chairs to help with posture—but our feet, the true foundation of our body, are often overlooked. Healthy feet keep us balanced, absorb impact, and help us move efficiently. But when something goes wrong, pain can quickly spread to the knees, hips, and lower back, affecting everyday life.
Love Your Knees!

Bracing

Love Your Knees!
Your knees are crucial for joint for your activities of daily life.
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!
Can I Wash My Orthotics and Still Maintain Their Effectiveness?

Orthotics

Can I Wash My Orthotics and Still Maintain Their Effectiveness?
Custom orthotics are built to support your feet and keep you comfortable day after day. But since they spend all that time inside your shoes, it’s no surprise that they don’t stay spotless forever. Sweat, dust, and general wear can leave them looking (and sometimes smelling) less than fresh. The good news? You absolutely can clean your orthotics without affecting how well they work, as long as you use the right methods.