Category : Chiropody
by Footprint Health and Wellness Centre | Mar 30, 2022
Believe it or not, nail polish goes all the way back to 3000 BCE! That means people have been painting their nails for over 5000 years and lucky for us, the formula only continues to improve. Dr.’s Remedy is a healthier alternative when it comes to painting your nails... read more
by Brittney Wirtz | Mar 18, 2019
Did you know that 1 in 3 people experience heel/arch pain? This pain can range from annoying to outright debilitating. So, what’s the culprit causing all this pain? For most people, it’s an injured Plantar Fascia Ligament. This ligament runs from the bottom of your... read more
by Brittney Wirtz | Feb 25, 2019
If you have Type 1 or 2 Diabetes and have been recommended to see a Chiropodist for a foot care and diabetic foot checkup, you might be wondering what’s involved. Here, we’ll address some of the most common questions patients have about diabetic foot care... read more
by Brittney Wirtz | Feb 12, 2019
What does the word “pronation” actually mean? Pronation is a natural and normal movement of the foot that occurs during foot landing while running or walking. Simply put, it’s your ankle and arch rolling or tipping inwards slightly, creating some shock absorption as... read more
by Brittney Wirtz | Jan 15, 2019
Everyone’s feet are different, and it’s important to make sure you are wearing the right shoe to compliment your individual foot needs. It’s a common mistake to buy the wrong running shoe, and it ends up causing more pain and issues as you exercise or run. The sole of... read more
by Brittney Wirtz | Dec 10, 2018
One of the most common foot-related issues in children are plantar warts. Kids tend to pick these pesky little things up at swimming pools, gymnastics, dance class, or pretty much anywhere they are barefoot and around other kids. Plantar warts are contagious and are a... read more
