Foot health is often overlooked until discomfort makes it impossible to ignore. One of the most common issues people face is bunions – a bony bump that forms at the base of the big toe. Bunions can cause significant foot pain, difficulty walking, and even limit the type of shoes you can wear. Fortunately, proactive medical foot care and simple tools like toe spacers can make a meaningful difference, especially for those seeking non-surgical bunion treatment.
When did you last give your feet the attention they deserve? Even though our feet are the foundation of our bodies, we often overlook the importance of properly fitted shoes. If you strive to do more in life, it’s crucial to understand how a shoe should fit! Â
With the summer weather here, we get to spend more time in the swimming pool. Whether in the backyard or at the local community pool, the more time we spend in the water keeping cool, the more likely it becomes that we encounter swimmer’s toe.
Golf may seem like a low-impact sport, but the repetitive motions involved can lead to significant foot stress. Walking long distances, swinging, and standing for extended periods all contribute to potential foot pain. Here are some common conditions golfers face:
If you have been dealing with persistent foot, knee, hip or back pain but can’t pinpoint the cause, your feet might be the culprit. Having flat feet might put extra stress on your lower limbs and affect how you move.
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.
According to the Arthritis Society of Canada, 1 in 5 Canadians suffer with arthritis. Arthritis comes in several forms, and it can affect every joint in our bodies. It can cause cartilage breakdown within the joint space, resulting in pain as the joint’s bones rub together, and it can cause inflammation of a joint in response to an autoimmune response.
Warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and they are contagious, meaning they can be spread from person to person. They can develop anywhere on the body including the sole of the foot.
