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1 in 10 Canadians Face Plantar Fasciitis, BioPed’s Orthotics Can Help!

Orthotics

1 in 10 Canadians Face Plantar Fasciitis, BioPed’s Orthotics Can Help!
Plantar Fasciitis is the most common type of Heel Pain! If you wake up from bed in the morning and experience a shooting heel pain when your feet hit the floor, you could be suffering from Plantar Fasciitis.
What is plantar fasciitis?

Medical Footcare

What is plantar fasciitis?
Plantar Fasciitis is the number one cause of heel pain.
Active adolescents with heel pain

Footwear

Active adolescents with heel pain
There are 26 bones in the feet and they continue to grow until the mid to late teenage years. This means that until fully formed, there are delicate growth plates in the foot bones of a child and adolescent.
The 12 Gifts of Christmas

Medical Footcare

The 12 Gifts of Christmas
Christmas is fast approaching once again! As we enter the season of gift-giving, this is often a busy time of year with lots of running around. Shopping, cooking, tidying, and activities with our loved ones can certainly demand a lot of our feet. We’ve put together a list of 12 gifts of Christmas that are sure to keep you feeling comfy and cozy. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or surprise a loved one, these gifts are the perfect choice for the holiday season.
Pain In Your Toes, Heel or On the Balls of Your Feet? Why Orthotics and Footwear Matter More Than You Think

Orthotics

Pain In Your Toes, Heel or On the Balls of Your Feet? Why Orthotics and Footwear Matter More Than You Think
Foot pain is more common than you might think—and it often shows up in your heel, the ball of your foot, or around your toes. These small areas bear a lot of pressure every day. When something’s off, even just standing or walking around the house can become painful. The good news? With the right combination of custom orthotics and properly fitted shoes, you can find relief and help prevent things from getting worse.
Why do my heels hurt in the morning?

Orthotics

Why do my heels hurt in the morning?
If you wake up and feel a sharp pain in the heel of your foot, you may have a condition known as Plantar Fasciitis!
A Patient’s Story – Cracked Heels & Fissures

Medical Conditions

A Patient’s Story – Cracked Heels & Fissures
At BioPed Footcare, people of all ages and all walks of life visit our clinic’s lower limb clinicians for help with foot and lower limb pain and discomfort.
Determining when you Knee’d support

Medical Footcare

Determining when you Knee’d support
Our feet are a complex structure of muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, and joints that must all work together for proper function.  If feet are abnormally positioned or alignment is off, the rest of the body could suffer.
Heel Pain & Inflammation

Heel Pain & Inflammation
Heel pain is a common issue for many adults, often affecting mobility and overall quality of life. It occurs when there is irritation or damage to the soft tissues in the foot, usually due to overuse, injury, or improper footwear.
Are cracked heels a serious problem?

Medical Footcare

Are cracked heels a serious problem?
Cracked heels can quickly become a serious problem if they’re ignored.  Let’s dive in to learn why our skin must be protected and nurtured to keep it intact and doing its job!