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Foot orthotics and foot problems
The feet, although often neglected, play a crucial role in our well-being and our ability to function on a daily basis, the morphology of the feet varies greatly from one person to another, and various pains can occur as a result of misalignment or a specific...
How to Choose Orthotic Insoles for your ice Skates?
The Benefits of Skate Orthotic Insoles The ice rink sparkles like a mirror under the lights, reflecting the figures of skilled skaters moving across its surface with airy grace. Every move they execute, every twist, every dance step on the ice reveals a complex...
Understanding Toe Fractures and Injuries
Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention of Toe Fractures The foot and toes are complex structures essential for daily mobility. However, they're prone to various injuries, such as fractures, which include broken bones, displaced fracture bones, and stress fractures....
Why consult at St-Charles Podiatry Clinic?
The mission of the St-Charles Podiatry Clinic Our mission is to provide comprehensive and personalized care for patients with foot and ankle problems. This involves a holistic approach that considers the entire body, as well as the use of the latest...
Achilles tendon tendinitis
Achilles tendon tendinitis is a health issue commonly associated with sports medicine. Is a condition wherein the Achilles tendon experiences inflammation, leading to symptoms such as pain and stiffness around the area connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone....
What is it plantar fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition characterized by pain in the heel and bottom of the foot. It is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of connective tissue that connects the heel to the toes and supports the arch of the foot. Plantar...
Running with an ingrown toenail
If you want to run with an ingrown toenail, it is important to take certain precautions to avoid worsening the situation and protect your foot from possible injuries. Table of Contents, Running with an ingrown toenailIf you want to run with an ingrown toenail, it is...
The podiatrist plays an important role in sports medicine
The podiatrist plays an important role in sports medicine. Sports medicine and podiatrist The podiatrist can help prevent foot injuries during training. By helping athletes maintain and improve the health of their feet and ankles, the podiatrist can assist athletes in...
Heel Pain: What causes it?
Definition and Causes of Heel Pain. Symptoms and Origins Heel pain can take many different forms. This common problem affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of activity. Common causes of heel pain include heel...
Podiatrist or Physiotherapist, who to Consult?
If you have injuries to your lower limbs or if your physical activity is causing injuries, consulting a podiatrist or a physiotherapist is a good idea. Podiatrists and physiotherapists are two professionals with complementary areas of expertise and they can provide...
How to choose the right shoes for the back to school
After the beautiful summer we’ve just had, it’s now time to get back the grind! Whether it’s for daycare, school, or work, we recommend that you shop around for the right shoes for yourself and for your kids. It’s that little extra that makes the difference in...
Golf and Sore Feet: Check Your Golf Shoes!
What could be more pleasant, on a holiday or long weekend, than a good game of golf with friends? More than that though, golf is also very beneficial for the health. It not only contributes to good balance and motor control, but it also helps to maintain muscular...
Plantar Warts: What You Need to Know
Summer is here and that means swimming season is in full swing, which in turn, means the risk of contracting plantar warts is present. However, contrary to popular belief, plantar warts are rarely transmitted at the edge of a pool because of the high concentration of...
HOW TO TREAT ONYCHOMYCOSIS
The term onychomycosis brings together the prefix “onycho”, which refers to nails, as well as the suffix “mycosis”, which refers to an infection caused by fungus. Therefore, onychomycosis is commonly called “nail fungus” and can attack toenails. It’s a contagious...
Foot care for all needs!
Taking care of our feet's health Your feet are the support of your posture and hold your body daily. Therefore, it’s necessary to take care of them! Since they are out of sight, it is easy not to give them the attention they deserve. Make sure to look at them from...
How to look after your feet when working from home
Why should you wear shoes inside your home when working from home? As telecommuting has become the new reality, lifestyles have changed, and your feet have had to adapt. The new sedentary lifestyle of the majority of the population has impacted everyone’s feet. By...
HOW TO FIGHT DRY FEET
To prevent dry feet in the winter it is important to drink more water, moisturize your feet with ceramide-based creams and take a paraffin bath to avoid cracks and ulcers on your feet. We all know that winter is a season where our skin is at its driest level. Indeed,...
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FEET FROM THE COLD THIS WINTER
Protect your feet from the cold during winter activities Winter activities often help people appreciate the colder months! Ski, snowboarding, snowshoeing, backcountry hiking, only to name a few, are activities that many people enjoy in normal times but even more so...
All about Foot Bunions
What are Foot Bunions? Foot Bunions are a deformation located near the big toe that can also be called hallux valgus. The pain caused by this deformation can impact your daily routine and prevent you from accomplishing the most simple tasks. That being said, due to...
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR WINTER BOOTS?
The colder months are here! With the large amounts of snow covering our roads and lands, we must know how to protect our feet against this harsh season. That is why you must choose your winter boots wisely. Gladly, we have all the tips and tricks to make it easy and...
Achilles tendonitis: causes, symptoms, treatment
Achilles’ tendinopathy is a very common problem in runners. indeed this pathology is often the result of overuse of the tendon which connects the calf muscle to the heel. This tendon is one of the largest and strongest in the human body. But how does achilles...