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Swollen Ankles while Pregnant

Compression

Swollen Ankles while Pregnant
Pregnancy can be an incredibly exciting journey. However, there are many physical changes that women endure as the baby develops over the 40 weeks of gestation.
Foot blisters

Medical Footcare

Foot blisters
A blister is a common skin lesion that manifests as a bubble of fluid under the skin. Blisters develop as a reaction to injured skin.
“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.
Catch some Sunrays this spring & summer, not fungus!

Medical Footcare

Catch some Sunrays this spring & summer, not fungus!
Fungal toenails, also known as onychomycosis, are a common yet stubborn condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Any fungal foot infection proliferates in hot, moist environments. Toenail fungus occurs when fungi, particularly dermatophytes, invade the nail bed, causing discoloration, thickening, and brittleness. The condition can be challenging to treat due to the fungus residing beneath the toenail, making it harder for medications to reach the source of the infection. If you're struggling with fungal toenails, understanding the causes, symptoms, and the most effective treatment for toe fungus is key to restoring healthy nails.
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.
Why Choose BioPed Footcare & Orthotics?

General

Why Choose BioPed Footcare & Orthotics?
Our BioPed network has helped over 1 million Canadians, with more than 85 clinics across Canada in our 40 plus year history. We know that there are many footcare providers out there to choose from.
I stepped on broken glass and now it’s really red and swollen. What should I do?

Medical Footcare

I stepped on broken glass and now it’s really red and swollen. What should I do?
Our feet carry us around day-to-day and are therefore exposed to small and large objects alike.   Stepping on something sharp like glass, can pose a serious risk to your health and wellbeing.  Depending on the size of the glass shard and how deeply it has embedded itself into the skin and underlying tissues, the injury could be a minor or major issue.
Are You Covered? Third Party Insurance Explained

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Are You Covered? Third Party Insurance Explained
When you have foot pain, it can be a relief knowing you have insurance coverage to help with the cost of keeping your feet happy and healthy. However, insurance plans can be confusing and difficult to navigate, especially if it’s all new to you! We’ve got you covered, with answers to some of your most frequently asked insurance coverage questions.
How Can a Chiropodist or Footcare Nurse Improve Your Foot Health?

Medical Footcare

How Can a Chiropodist or Footcare Nurse Improve Your Foot Health?
Ingrown toenails, toe fungus, and corns are amongst the many conditions that our medical foot care team can take care of for you. Too often, the feet are the most neglected part of our body, and problems might go undetected at first. Registered Chiropodists and Footcare Nurses provide medical care for skin and toenail foot concerns. However, Chiropodists offer an expanded scope of practice, such as biomechanical evaluations, so let’s review each profession in more detail.
My doctor said I have ‘hammertoes’ and I suffer from corns on the tops of those toes. What shoes are best for this?

Medical Conditions

My doctor said I have ‘hammertoes’ and I suffer from corns on the tops of those toes. What shoes are best for this?
Don’t let hammertoes and corns get in the way of enjoying your activities and doing what you love. Read below to find out why this is occurring and what to look for when shopping for your next shoe!