Post by: Julia in Foot Health
Skiing with Orthotics A common question among skiers who wear orthotics, is if orthotics should be worn in their ski boots. There are cases when orthotics can provide a noticeable benefit while skiing. This may not be necessary in all…
Finding a comfortable dress shoe Finding a comfortable dress shoe that you can wear for extended periods of time can be difficult. Most dress shoes focus on fashion before comfort, which leads to an uncomfortable shoe. There are ways to…
Post by: Julia in Diabetes Foot Health
Diabetes: When to be concerned about your feet As a diabetic, it’s important to take care of your feet. Complications that arise from diabetes can affect the feet which increases the risk of developing an ulcer. An ulcer is an…
Post by: Julia in Custom foot orthotics
Casting for Orthotics If you've ever had custom foot orthotics, there was a casting done of your feet. This cast is used to create the actual orthotic that you wear. There are many different ways to cast the foot and…
Post by: Julia in Diabetes Foot Health
What socks should I wear? There are many different types of socks that you can wear and it can be difficult to know which socks are right for you. If you have issues with leg swelling, varicose veins or diabetes,…
Off the Shelf Orthopaedic, Modified and Custom Shoes Off the shelf orthopaedic, modified and custom shoes are three different names for shoes that provide different benefits. These kinds of shoes have features that can help with shoe fit as well…
Post by: Julia in Conditions Foot Pain
How to prevent plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is one of the more common diagnoses that I see in the clinic. When plantar fasciitis develops, some people can determine what event led to the pain, while others may never know. The…
Sandal Tips for the Summer Now that summer is here, it’s time to think about what sandals to wear. For a lot of people, summer can also mean being more active and taking more and/or longer walks outside. You may…
Post by: Julia in Conditions Foot Pain
Extra bump on the foot An extra bump can be present on the foot for various reasons. Some can be the way the foot structure is from genetics, and some can develop over time. The more common bumps that are…
Post by: Julia in Activities Foot Health
Orthotics and winter activities During the winter, the activities and sports performed in the snow have very different types of footwear compared to the non-snowy seasons. Because the footwear is very different, it is a common question to ask about…