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Pedorthist, Chiropodist, Foot Care Nurse – Who should I see and what do they do?

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Pedorthist, Chiropodist, Foot Care Nurse – Who should I see and what do they do?
Foot pain, knee pain, and foot care - all reasons to visit a BioPed clinic! At BioPed clinics, you could have an assessment with a Chiropodist, Pedorthist or Footcare Nurse. Each role is vital to our foot care team, and we hope to clarify the differences.
Psoriasis on your Feet got you hibernating this Fall?

Medical Footcare

Psoriasis on your Feet got you hibernating this Fall?
Psoriasis is a condition that causes dry red/white/silver patches on skin that usually feel itchy and irritated.  These patches are referred to as plaques and are found most on the knees, elbows, and bottoms of the feet, but they can occur anywhere on the body.
Why do the tops of my feet hurt?

Orthotics

Why do the tops of my feet hurt?
Foot pain can make it hard to get around and do the things we love. Targeting the cause of that foot pain can sometimes be even harder.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month!

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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month!
It’s National Diabetes Awareness Month in November, and communities across the country are working together to raise awareness about the disease.
A patient’s story – big toe joint pain

Medical Footcare

A patient’s story – big toe joint pain
BioPed’s multidisciplinary team of Certified Pedorthists, Footcare Nurses and Registered Chiropodists enjoy providing care for new clients and for those they have known for years
Pain, Prevention and Treatment for Overtraining

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Pain, Prevention and Treatment for Overtraining
In our quest to live life to the fullest, many of us push ourselves to achieve more, whether it is in the gym, on the track, or in our everyday activities. However, the eagerness to do more can sometimes lead to overtraining; a condition where you have pushed your body beyond the limits, resulting in pain and injury. Taking care of your feet is the key to doing more.
Be kind to your feet and wear “indoor” shoes!

Footwear

Be kind to your feet and wear “indoor” shoes!
When it comes to choosing footwear, most of us tend to think about what we might wear to specific places or during specific activities.
Feet could be to blame for ankle, knee or hip pain

Orthotics

Feet could be to blame for ankle, knee or hip pain
Having a low arch height or a high arch height can contribute to excessive or lack of movement in the larger joints of the lower extremity
How orthotics can improve your athletic performance

Orthotics

How orthotics can improve your athletic performance
Our feet carry us all day, every day, through life, yet we often neglect their care until they demand our attention. This May, let's prioritize foot health and make strides towards happier, healthier feet.
Diabetic Nerve Pain – How to Treat

Medical Footcare

Diabetic Nerve Pain – How to Treat
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects the body’s ability to turn food into energy.  After we eat, food is broken down into sugar and released into the bloodstream.