Foot Care Blog

Problems with the feet are incredibly disruptive, and they can prevent us from moving around freely or participating in our favourite activities. If you experience swelling, tenderness, fluid leaks, or a strange odour on your feet, you shouldn't delay contacting your...

We can of course experience discomfort in any one of our toes, but the big toe seems to be particularly prone to pain and injury. It is the most likely to take the brunt of an impact, and also experiences more pressure and friction from our footwear. At Island Foot...

We rely on our feet every day to help us get from place to place. When our feet hurt, we tend to have a difficult time completing daily tasks such as work, errands, and recreation activities like exercise. If you are experiencing heel pain when walking, then it may be...

The sole of the foot is strong and tough by nature, supporting you at every step. When growths develop on the bottom of your foot, you may have a callus or a wart. Eliminating the problem area as soon as possible is the key to minimizing discomfort and avoiding a...

As we grow older, suffering from arthritis in the foot is one of the most common pains that many people face at some point in their life. Joints and tendons throughout your body begin to show signs of wear and tear from their use and exertion over the years, leading...

The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the heel bone. The bursa are what cushions this tendon, and when these fluid-filled sacs become inflamed, the result can be painful. If you have been diagnosed with Achilles Bursitis, the recovery period can vary. At...

Flat feet are a very common foot condition, estimated to affect approximately 25% of the population in places like Victoria, BC. Also referred to as pes planus or collapsed arches, this condition causes the arches of the feet to collapse, with the sole of the foot...

Your body keeps score of everything, from the foods you eat to the exercise you undertake. As the largest organ in the body, the skin keeps its own treatment tally. Corns and calluses are simply ways to even the score. They cushion high-impact areas of the feet but...

Your metatarsals are the bones in your toes that connect to the rest of the foot. There are five in each foot, and all are long and thin, with a knob-like structure at the end where they connect to the toe bones. Sometimes, especially when you're being active, they...