Footcare room at On the Ball Orthotics in Barrie ON

Five Reasons to see a Footcare Nurse

Five Reasons to see a Footcare Nurse How do you know when to get professional help taking care of your feet? Toenail cutting for seniors is common for a footcare nurse, but there are many other reasons why a footcare…
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Diabetes:  When to be concerned about your feet

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…
Compression socks

What socks should I wear?

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,…
Tying up a shoe

The Proper Shoes for Diabetics

The Proper Shoes for Diabetics Proper shoes are very important, but it is an especially important consideration for diabetics. Why are the proper shoes important for diabetics? Finding the proper shoes for a diabetic is important because of complications that…
Bottom of the feet

How Diabetics Can Protect Their Feet

How Diabetics Can Protect Their Feet It is important for diabetics to be aware of their feet, as they can develop complications which can affect the feet. Even if your diabetes is under control, it is still important to look…
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Diabetes and the Feet

Diabetes and the Feet Diabetic complications can lead to problems in the feet. These problems can become serious if not taken care of. Those with diabetes should be monitoring their feet to prevent these problems from worsening. What is Diabetes?…