Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Ingrown Toenail Treatment Ingrown toenails are commonly seen in our practice. They can be painful, debilitating and can even keep you up at night! What Causes an Ingrown Toenail? Your anatomical makeup Some people have nails that grow with a curvature on the sides, opposed to flat. What can happen is when the…
Wart Treatment Toronto
Warts The medical term for this lesion is Verruca. Specifically on the foot it is a Verrucae Pedis. The specific virus that causes this Human Papillomavirus.Warts can be located anywhere on the body. The virus infected the skin, specifically a layer called the Stratum Spinosum, which causes thickening and possibly, pain. Common places one may…
What It Mean When The Balls of Your Feet Hurt and What to Do!
Foot Pain On the Ball of the Foot (Metatarsalgia). Covid 19 has lead to people walking around barefoot more often. Underlying foot injuries when walking barefooted can worsen the severity of the condition. Metatarsalgia What is it? Now there are different types of of conditions categorized as metatarsalgia. The main sign and symptom pain at…
Causes of Foot Pain-Bruised and Thick Toe Nails
Causes of Foot Pain-Bruised and Thick Toe Nails How Do You Get A Bruised Toe Nail One of the many reasons people seek a chiropodist or podiatrist for foot pain, include bruised toenails. Bruised toenails can happen from repetitive trauma to the nails. This injury is commonly found in runners or hikers. This…
Why You Need Toronto Orthotics
Many patients who come into our clinic need Toronto orthotics to relieve foot pain. They suffer from a variety of different conditions like heel pain, a pinched nerve, hammer toes and bunions. Orthotics are part of a comprehensive treatment plan to correct foot deformities and help the ankle and foot function better. Getting the right…
Useful Women’s Foot Health Tips from Your Foot Clinic in Downtown Toronto
We’re the Foot Clinic in Downtown Toronto that cares about each and every one of our patients. We assess your concerns by listening to your stories. Then we take a good look at your medical history before an examination. We offer a variety of services to make your life fuller and more comfortable. This includes…
Our Foot Clinic in Downtown Toronto Supplies Proactive Tips For Buying Running Shoes.
We’re always telling patients at our foot clinic in downtown Toronto to be proactive. Stretch before you run to avoid injuries and make sure to socially distance. We know that running or walking is a good way to keep your feet and body in good shape. Proper footwear is a big part of that. That’s…
Toronto Orthotics and Exercising Outdoors During The Pandemic
If you’re confused about getting outside for some exercise and how Toronto orthotics fit into that picture to keep your feet healthy, you are not alone. There’s lots of advice about getting exercise outside right now. A lot of it can be confusing. Here’s a few things we know that can help alleviate your stress.…
Neuromas: Here’s What You Need to Know from Your Toronto Chiropodist and Podiatrist
Any type of running related injury is important to a Toronto chiropodist and Podiatrist. We’ve put together some information for runners on common types of foot issues. Running is a good way to stay in shape and get out of the house during the COVID-19 pandemic. Knowing what to look for when it comes to…
Toronto chiropodist Tips for Introducing Your Dog to Running
Any Toronto chiropodist will encourage you to exercise by running. It’s a great way to spend some time outside and stay in shape. Nothing makes this activity more enjoyable than taking your dog for a run at the same time. They provide companionship and protection. Here’s a few tips we’ve put together to train your…
The Right Toronto Orthotics Help You to Avoid Summer Running Injuries. These Exercises Work Too!
Summer is here and there’s no reason why foot pain should keep you from leading an active lifestyle. We offer gait correction with Toronto orthotics to deal with alignment issues causing foot pain. Being proactive before you go out for a summer run can alleviate injuries and foot pain. Here are a few exercises to…
Our Foot Clinic in Downtown Toronto Lists the Best Places to Run
Chris Hastings has years of experience as a Toronto Podiatrist. He offers a variety of services to his clients at his foot clinic in downtown Toronto. Laura Desjardins, a Toronto Chiropodist, focuses on the treatment of foot pain in runners. She has worked with Olympic runners and spent many years dealing with sports medicine foot…