The average person walks about 10,000 steps a day, placing pressure and strain on the feet. Most people will experience foot issues at some point. Prevention is the best measure against more serious problems. Yearly visits to a Podiatrist can help you avoid injury and keep your feet healthy. BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
Now that the summer season is near, it’s time to get your running shoes on! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or are just starting out, there is no shortage of local running events. Trails, obstacle courses, 5k, 10k, marathons, check out the event listing by our partner, Docpods® Orthotics and get your running shoes on!
Achilles tendon pain (achilles tendonitis) usually presents as a dull ache in the Achilles region usually about 5cm above the heel bone. When the foot over pronates, this places an increased amount of strain on the Achilles tendon and over time with the repetitive nature of walking the Achilles tendon becomes irritated and painful. Read […]
If your feet are properly aligned, your toes will point straight ahead when walking. The first point of contact should be your heel, followed by the outside border of your foot, the ball of your foot, and finally the big toe. If you have concerns with your gait, have back pain, hip pain or get […]
Corns and calluses are caused by friction and pressure from skin rubbing against bony areas when wearing shoes. If you ignore the first sign of soreness corns and calluses can develop as nature’s way of protecting sensitive areas. Treatment can be simple and can help to prevent recurring issues. READ MORE
Whether you are a serious hiker, you just get out for the occasional day trip, or you do some light trail walking, proper footwear is key to avoiding pain, blisters or other issues. The last thing you want is to be sidelined by injury or have other issues like corns, callouses, blisters or pain that […]
When you have diabetes you need to take care of your feet every day. Having diabetes can increase your risk of foot ulcers and amputations. Your feet are at risk because diabetes can cause damage to the nerves in your feet, blood circulation and cause infection. This damage is more likely if you have had diabetes […]
Muscle cramps and spasms happen to most people and can be caused by prolonged activity, over-exertion, dehydration, low blood sugar, nerve disorders, pregnancy and other factors. Cramps usually occur at rest, often at night and can vary in length and intensity. Can muscle cramps be prevented? And what is the best way to treat them? […]
As a runner, you put an enormous amount of added stress on your feet and legs which can lead to chronic conditions such as plantar fascitis, shin splints, or sudden injuries like bone bruises or ankle sprains. If you’ve ever been sidelined from pain or injury, you know how frustrating it can be. With proper […]
Dry skin and the associated cracked heels occur when thickened callous tissue dries out and splits. This is accentuated by wearing open backed shoes or going bare foot which causes the skin of the foot to dry at a greater rate. Thickened cracked skin can also be caused by age and diabetes related issues. LEARN MORE