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Can I wash my orthotics and still maintain their effectiveness?

Orthotics

Can I wash my orthotics and still maintain their effectiveness?
How have your custom orthotics been holding up lately? Your orthotics can undergo a lot of wear and tear throughout the day, whether you use them in work boots, dress shoes, sandals, or a combination of them all!
What is swimmers’ toe and what can I do about it?

Medical Conditions

What is swimmers’ toe and what can I do about it?
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.
How can a chiropodist help me?

Medical Footcare

How can a chiropodist help me?
Chiropodists are lower limb clinicians and registered health care practitioners who provide medical footcare at BioPed clinics.
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!
Over the counter vs Custom fit – which is best for Knee Bracing?

Bracing

Over the counter vs Custom fit – which is best for Knee Bracing?
Knee pain should not stop you from doing the things you love. Today we’ll chat knee bracing and how to make the decision on what to choose… Custom or OTC.
I keep getting plantar warts. What can I do to get rid of them permanently?

Medical Footcare

I keep getting plantar warts. What can I do to get rid of them permanently?
Plantar warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). They are contagious, meaning they can be spread from person to person and even to other areas of the foot.
My aching feet – Symptoms of Arthritis in Toes and Treatments

Medical Footcare

My aching feet – Symptoms of Arthritis in Toes and Treatments
Stiff, creaky knees and hips or swollen, sore fingers are often attributed to arthritis. Arthritis can affect any joint in the body, including our toes!
Don’t let your skin and nails suffer this winter. Tips on taking care of your feet.

Medical Footcare

Don’t let your skin and nails suffer this winter. Tips on taking care of your feet.
Your nails and skin are often a reflection of your overall health.  There are key things you can do at home to keep your nails and skin on your feet healthy all year long!
Is Shellac Ruining Your Nails? How to Get Moisture Back

Products

Is Shellac Ruining Your Nails? How to Get Moisture Back
Once in a while shellac can be a nice treat for your feet, however with overuse and application it can suffocate your natural nail bed
What are foot warts and how do you treat them?

What are foot warts and how do you treat them?
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.