Tips and advice from podiatrists

We all know the harmful effects that smoking has on the heart or lungs. And smokers have long been aware of the many dangers of smoking to their health. However, it is too often forgotten that the harmful products contained in cigarette smoke can also affect the health of the feet. This is a little-known…

You may not know it, but many postural problems stem from poor plantar alignment. This statement makes a lot of sense when you consider the whole body. After all, it is the feet that must support our body's weight and maintain its balance. Of course, other musculoskeletal components are important in maintaining good posture, but…

Relieving plantar fasciitis often requires discipline. Indeed, this painful inflammation, caused by a stretching or a rupture of the plantar fascia, can be cured by podiatry, but also by exercises. These exercises strengthen the plantar fascia, the membrane that supports the arch of your foot. By progressively performing exercises, you can regain your mobility and…

It's always difficult to decide on surgery, especially when it concerns your feet. Pain that persists or experiencing difficulty walking are symptoms that can lead you to consider foot surgery.   However, we mustn't forget that foot care often includes more than one type of intervention.  There is also a real possibility that corrective treatment may…

Do you feel that your feet get sore too easily? Do you notice an imbalance in your movement when walking? Don't think that your shoes provide enough support for your plantar arches? A deformity or inflammation may be contributing to your discomfort. However, many foot pathologies may be the source of pain and disruption of…

Maintaining your foot orthotics allows you to keep it for a long time. Regardless of the type of foot orthotics you wear, regular maintenance is required to avoid undermining your treatment or premature wear and tear of your orthotics. Not to mention the bad smells that can occur due to inadequate maintenance!  As with your…

The assistance of a podiatrist is required to help you adapt to wearing foot orthotics. This foot care professional is trained to help you. Your podiatrist will design a progressive plan to help you through the process, including follow-up visits to ensure that you are adapting and using your orthotics correctly.  During the first few…

Preventing blisters on your feet is the best way to run, walk, jump or dance painlessly (no matter what activities you enjoy). These blisters appear as small pockets under the skin and are caused by repeated friction of the foot. Blisters on the foot are a way for the skin to protect itself against this…

To practise sports without injuring your feet, you need to adopt a few good habits. Whether it's running, cycling, skiing, hiking, climbing, tennis or swimming, it's important to protect your feet. Your podiatrist is the right specialist to help you achieve this. They have the necessary expertise to help you minimize your risk for foot…

Plantar fasciitis is caused by a stretching or rupture of the plantar fascia. This damage to the fibrous band that supports the plantar arch is characterized by pain in the heel and/or arch of the foot.  Fortunately, there are several non-invasive treatments available to help treat plantar fasciitis. Manual foot therapy and therapeutic bandaging performed…

Flat foot is a deformation of the arch of the foot that can significantly interfere with daily life. In addition to causing joint pain in the knees, ankles and back, flat feet also affect posture and balance. The solution to this problem could well be as easy as purchasing shoes adapted to the morphology of…

A symptom of poorly managed diabetes, diabetic foot affects a quarter of Quebec's diabetic patients. Caused by an immune deficiency, it exposes the carrier to the possibility of serious infection when an injury occurs. If not treated promptly, an injury to the diabetic foot can cause irreversible damage. Fortunately, there are several ways to identify…

Joint pain is more common than you might think. Although most people will experience it at some point in their lives, there are still many misconceptions and myths surrounding this condition. Painful joints is often a symptom of a more serious issue. Whether caused by inflammation, infection, or wear and tear, joint pain in the…

Have you noticed a recurring pain in the back of your ankle? Do your movements seem to become gradually less fluid? It is likely that you have Achilles tendinitis. If the nature of your job requires repetitive movements or long hours on your feet, this inflammation is even more likely to be at the root…

Sweating is a physiological phenomenon whose main function is to regulate body temperature. This sweating phenomenon occurs through our sweat glands, which are more numerous in the armpits, palms and feet. Generally an ordinary occurrence, perspiration can sometimes be exacerbated when the situation does not warrant it.  This is what can be called hyperhidrosis, or…

Recognized as a footcare health professional, the podiatrist treats a wide variety of chronic and acute pathologies. The podiatrist's expertise allows them to treat joint pain and biomechanical and dermatological problems, such as plantar warts. Find out what preventive care and treatment the podiatrist can provide to ensure that your plantar warts are no longer…

Whether for daily use or for sports, nowadays plantar orthotics are used to treat a wide range of pathologies. Regardless of why you want them, the choice of a pair of plantar orthotics should not be left to chance. Several factors must be considered when selecting your orthotics, such as your morphology, your lifestyle and…

A highly praised diagnostic tool among healthcare professionals, postural imaging is accurate, fast and completely safe. Postural evaluation is performed using a computer and a harmless light projection. The reflections of these rays of light make it possible to identify anatomical features as well as potential pathologies of your feet and body. Here are 4…

Caused by a contagious virus, warts are small skin growths that can appear in various places, but more commonly on the soles of the feet. Unpleasant and sometimes painful, plantar warts are nevertheless benign most of the time. As a matter of fact, it is more the complications linked to plantar warts that are liable…

A biomechanical examination is performed in a clinic by a podiatrist to assess the mechanical behaviour of your lower limbs. Through a series of observations and manipulations, the podiatrist is able to analyze how your feet react when they are used. But how can taking a biomechanical examination be of benefit to you? Whether for a…