Foot Tips for Diabetics
Not only are we a Toronto podiatrist who can look after a variety of ailments, we like to think of ourselves as a resource library for people looking for information. That’s why we’ve put together a few foot tips for diabetics. Washing Those Tootsies Is Critical If you’re suffering from diabetes one of the…
How Your Feet Affect Hip and Knee Pain
Toronto Podiatrist Chris Hastings and Chiropodist Laura Desjardins are experts when it comes to treating hip and knee pain. That’s at least partially because they know how the feet can affect other areas of the body. First and foremost, it’s important to understand your hips and knees are some of the biggest joints you have.…
The Big Causes of Heel Pain
Considering it’s the biggest bone in your foot, it’s no wonder that many people suffer from heel pain that cramps their lifestyle. Injury and overuse are two of the most common reasons. Here’s some of the big things that you need to know about the causes of this common ailment. Like most of the things…
5 Things About Fungal Nails You Need to Know
No one wants to suffer with fungal nails, but you need to remember that having the condition isn’t a slight on your personal hygiene. Understanding the issue is half the battle so here’s five facts you need to know. It’s Common You might be a little embarrassed about having fungal nails, but there’s really no…
What You Need to Know About Pronation
Pronation is a situation where the weight moves from your heel to the front of your foot. It’s commonly called flat foot and it usually occurs when the arch collapses both inward and downward at the same time. Here’s what you need to know about this common ailment. First off, people who have pronation are…
5 Great Cures for Smelly Feet
Summer is here and that means people will be out and about enjoying a lot of activities. It’s great news for you and your family, but not always good news for your feet. Your tootsies might be enclosed in a pair of running shoes while your running around enjoying yourself, and you can wind up…
The ABC’s of Smelly Feet
If you’ve got smelly feet you don’t need to go too far to get to the source—100% of the time that bad smell is caused by your sweat breaking down fatty acids and the resulting bacteria. That might sound innocent enough until you take off your shoes after a workout in a room full of…
Women are Ditching High Heels
Here in Canada, you’ll find more women opting for ballet flats and sneakers rather than the high-heeled stilettos that were common a generation ago. While it’s true that workplaces are becoming casual, women are starting to work from home while others are opting to walk to work in comfortable shoes. All good reasons why flats…
Foot Care Tips for Seniors
Being good to your feet becomes very important when you get older. Taking care of your tootsies means that you can prevent falls and injuries as well as some of the complications that can set in from diseases like diabetes. Mastering a few tips can help keep your feet in great shape so they can…
Preventing Foot Problems
Everyone changes as they grow older and there’s no reason to think your feet don’t do the same. People are often confused about the condition of their feet. They don’t know which foot problems are preventable and which ones need to be seen to by a podiatrist. Here’s a few different scenarios and the things…
The Right Shoes for Your Body
Getting the right shoes for your body type can prevent problems down the road. Your shoes support your body and finding a sensible pair has a positive or negative effect on your entire body. In the end there’s a lot more than just how your footwear looks. Here’s a few thoughts on getting the right…
Overuse running injuries
There’s really no way around this paradox—running is good and bad for you. It’s a great way to lose weight and keep the heart healthy. Still, if you do it long enough, you’ll more than likely become one of the 80% of runners that get injured. Most of the injuries the average runner will suffer…