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After a tough day at work, many people think there is nothing better than heading out for a run, joining a game of basketball with friends, or hitting the gym for a cardio or spin class. The enjoyment, relaxation and health benefits of recreational sports are well documented and millions of us participate in a [...]
A person’s car or clothes may say a lot about them, but experts say the way one walks speaks volumes too. When a patient visits a Canadian Certified Pedorthist for an initial consultation one of the first things the Pedorthist does is a gait assessment. This careful evaluation of how the patient walks is important [...]
Many people who are required to stand all day at work believe achy feet and legs are just part of the job. But sore feet should not be ignored. Long periods of standing can cause muscle and ligament fatigue, which could increase the risk of injury and damage to your bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and [...]
An estimated three million Canadians currently live with diabetes[1] and, although they may not realize it, many of them have reduced sensation (neuropathy) or poor circulation in their feet. Footwear is designed to protect feet but people who cannot feel their feet properly are often unaware that their footwear is causing irritations. If you have [...]
Continue Reading: If You Are Living With Diabetes Pay Special Attention to Your Feet
Pedorthists don’t just make orthotics. Footwear can play a major role in a patients comfort, and modifying them so that they perfectly fit the individual’s foot is an important part of our job. When we think about orthopaedic shoes, many of us immediately think of the comfortable, frumpy shoes found in Grandma’s closet. Fortunately, this [...]
Written by Vanessa Raffa De Rita, C Ped (C) Pedorthic management is vital for people living with Diabetes. Why? Canadian Certified Pedorthists are trained in foot assessments, biomechanical analysis, footwear fittings & modifications. Pedorthists are one of the few footcare professionals educated about footwear and sock choice as well as proper fit for footwear. These [...]
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Some of my patients have described Metatarsalgia – forefoot pain – as sharp, shooting, pins and needles, dull, pebble-under-the-foot type pain that returns even after a period of rest. Metatarsals are the five long bones right behind your toes. Metatarsalgia is a general term that describes pain in the forefoot, typically under the ball or [...]
Living with arthritis can be tough especially when you are someone who enjoys being active. Just ask Vivian, a 65-year old from Kitchener who suffers from Osteoarthritis of the knee and big toe joints. Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and typically occurs due to age or wear/tear on joints. For people that enjoy [...]
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With product claims including weight loss, increased muscle tone, a reduction in lower back pain, and overall improvement in posture and balance it is no wonder that millions of pairs of so called “toning” shoes with an unstable construction have been sold worldwide. This type of footwear was introduced in the mid 90’s and has [...]
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