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Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options for Hammertoe

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options for Hammertoe

If you're one of the over 60 million worldwide affected by hammertoe, we can help. At our Island Foot Clinic locations we can provide you with a customized treatment plan to correct this condition, restore a normal appearance to your foot, alleviate your symptoms, and...

6 Exercises That Can Help With Foot Arch Pain

6 Exercises That Can Help With Foot Arch Pain

Foot arch pain is one of the most common foot ailments, but there can be many underlying reasons for the discomfort you're experiencing. That's why here at Island Foot Clinics, we've familiarized ourselves with every possibility and offer a comprehensive healing...

Diabetic Foot Problems: Keeping Your Feet Healthy

Diabetic Foot Problems: Keeping Your Feet Healthy

Diabetes is one of the most common global chronic diseases, with over nine million people suffering from the ailment in Canada alone. Here at Island Foot Clinics, we have first-hand experience with the many issues that can arise from diabetic foot problems. That's why...

Catching Problems Early: 10 Benefits of Regular Foot Check-Ups

Catching Problems Early: 10 Benefits of Regular Foot Check-Ups

Your feet are there, supporting you, all your life. It's easy to take them for granted: how often do we take the time to appreciate these incredible parts of our bodies that bear our weight, allow us to move freely, and connect us to the ground beneath us? At Island...

Say Goodbye to Athlete’s Foot: 8 Effective Treatment Options

Say Goodbye to Athlete’s Foot: 8 Effective Treatment Options

Tinea pedis, also known as athlete's foot, is a fungal infection that primarily affects the feet. It causes symptoms such as itching, redness, cracking, and peeling of the skin, often accompanied by discomfort and pain. Although not life-threatening, the condition can...

What Types of Shoes Should You Wear to Avoid Foot Pain?

What Types of Shoes Should You Wear to Avoid Foot Pain?

The types of shoes you wear significantly affect the health of your feet. If you frequently suffer from foot pain, avoid high-heeled, unsupportive, and tight shoes. Instead, get professionally fitted footwear that suits your body's needs. Let's have a closer look at...

What Are Flat Feet and How Can They Be Treated?

What Are Flat Feet and How Can They Be Treated?

Flat feet occur when the arch of the foot flattens whenever pressure is placed on it. This condition, also called pes planus, is common, affecting around 20-30% of the population. Although pes planus isn't usually dangerous, it can cause pain and make it more...

Physical Therapy for Ankle Pain: What to Expect

Physical Therapy for Ankle Pain: What to Expect

Ankle pain can be caused by a range of conditions. Some common injuries are sprained ankles, broken ankle bones, bursitis, and tendonitis. Although these issues usually improve within a few months, patients need specialized care and physical therapy. Read on to find...

Plantar Fasciitis: When Should You See a Foot Doctor?

Plantar Fasciitis: When Should You See a Foot Doctor?

Foot pain can be extremely debilitating, so it's important to resolve it as soon as possible. If you've been struggling with unexplained heel pain for several weeks, you might be suffering from plantar fasciitis. In this case, it's best to visit a Kelowna, BC or...

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