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Naturally, feet are the number one mode of transport we rely on for walking and getting around. Evidently, foot health is extremely important and our feet need to be well looked after. We often neglect our feet even though in our lifetime, they will help us walk nearly three times around the Earth! Foot healthRead more

TREAT YOUR FEET WITH THE CARE THEY DESERVE Foot Orthotics are a great tool for relieving stress and tension on the feet, ankles, hips and legs. They work to help secure proper positioning for the foot, ankle and knee bones, while ensuring balance and range of motion are enhanced. Primarily they help to correct underlying alignmentRead more

What Are Stress Fractures? A stress fracture is an overuse injury. Most commonly found in the lower leg bones or the lower back, stress fractures occur when muscles become fatigued and are unable to absorb shock. The muscle eventually transfers the load to the bone, causing tiny cracks in the bone called stress fractures. WhatRead more

Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. It occurs when the plantar fascia, the ligament connecting your heel bone to your toes, becomes strained. The ligament becomes inflamed and causes pain when walking or standing.   Before our practitioners can determine the appropriate solution for your specific plantar fasciitis treatment plan, they will thoroughlyRead more

A stress fracture is a partial or complete hairline break in a bone due to repeated microtrauma to the area and is therefore an overuse injury. These stress fractures occur most frequently in the 2nd – 4th metatarsal bones (the bones of the foot just before the toes). Stress fractures are normally caused by overuseRead more

When it comes to foot pain our podiatrists often see conditions that require custom made orthotic insoles to treat. Foot orthotics are an external device which often take the form of custom made insoles placed inside footwear. The use of orthotics can help treat injuries and conditions associated with the foot, knee, hip and spine.Read more