Foot Care Blog

If you've ever suffered from an issue related to your feet, you know how debilitating this can be. Not only is it painful and irritating, but it affects your whole body and your ability to move around and interact with the world. When recovering from a foot injury or...

There are numerous minor foot and ankle injuries that you can treat at home, usually with rest, an ice or heat pack, and some over-the-counter medications. However, some severe injuries require immediate medical attention to treat the injury, prevent it from getting...

Have you ever wondered if the pain in your back is caused by something other than a pulled muscle? It turns out there are many different contributors to back pain - including foot problems that are associated with poor posture. It might not seem like it, but the...

Most foot issues can be managed conservatively, and with non-invasive treatments but there are times when foot surgery might be recommended. For some patients, it might be necessary to correct an underlying issue that is causing foot pain or other problems.Reasons...

Did you know that you can see a specialist for your foot problems? You don't have to settle for unspecialized treatment from your primary care physician when you can access all the knowledge and training of a foot doctor to ensure you're getting the right treatment...

Diabetes is a serious disease that can damage the nerves in your feet, causing a condition called sensory diabetic neuropathy, which can then prevent you from feeling sores or cuts on your feet. If these cuts or sores are left untreated, they can become infected,...

The itching, burning, and stinging symptoms of athlete's foot can be so aggravating that you almost wish you didn't have feet at all. While this foot condition can often be successfully treated with over-the-counter medications, if it gets severe enough, you may need...

The foot and ankle are vital body parts as they carry our body weight and absorb all impact when jumping, walking, and running. Any injury on these body parts can have a major impact on everyday life. At Island Foot Clinics in Kelowna, British Columbia, we have...

Many people ignore problems in their feet until they begin to feel discomfort that eventually turns into pain. Unfortunately, this often means that conditions progress much further than necessary and more intense treatments are then needed. If problems are dealt with...