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Caring For Your Active Feet

Tip & Tricks

Caring For Your Active Feet
The foot is a pivotal component in the way we move our bodies, particularly in the area of sports. While some foot injuries happen purely by chance and are going to be unavoidable, there are those that can be prevented just by ensuring you’re using both the proper techniques and the proper gear.
Can Orthotics and Proper Shoes Improve Your Golf Game?

Footwear

Can Orthotics and Proper Shoes Improve Your Golf Game?
Researchers are now suggesting that your shoes and what you place into your shoes can actually improve your golf game. According to published medical research from “Clinical Sports Medicine”, and “Medical Science and Sports Medicine”, there are new ways to improve your game and give you a competitive edge.
Fat Loss and Foot Pain

Orthotics

Fat Loss and Foot Pain
Why is it that we often lose weight where no one notices? For example, in our feet! Did you know that as we age, the fat pad under our feet that cushions our heels and balls of our feet wears thin? Foot experts refer to this as fat pad atrophy.
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!
Flat Feet & Fallen Arches

Orthotics

Flat Feet & Fallen Arches
Fallen arches are commonly referred to as flat feet because the feet appear to have a low inside arch, especially when standing. These feet may point away from the midline of the body.
Canadian Certified Pedorthist, C.Ped(C) at BioPed

Medical Footcare

Canadian Certified Pedorthist, C.Ped(C) at BioPed
A good lower limb clinician that fits you with the proper shoes for your feet is like an eye specialist finding the perfect glasses for your eyes – both are important to your overall health.
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!
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.
Arthritis Foot Pain? Discover the Benefits of Custom Orthotics for Joint Relief

Orthotics

Arthritis Foot Pain? Discover the Benefits of Custom Orthotics for Joint Relief
Living with arthritis can be painful, especially when it affects your feet. Your feet bear the weight of your entire body, and arthritis in the feet can make simple tasks like walking, standing, or climbing stairs feel overwhelming. The good news is that custom orthotics can help reduce your pain and discomfort and protect your joints!
What can you expect at your first visit

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What can you expect at your first visit
Congratulations on booking your first biomechanical appointment with your local BioPed Clinic!