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For people with diabetes, good foot health is important. People with diabetes are at risk for major foot complications, which often go undetected or untreated. those complications can start as small cuts or blisters that are easy to overlook until it is too late. A chiropodist can assess for diabetes-related nerve and circulation changes, educate on foot health, in addition to providing nail, callus and wound care.
Custom foot orthotics
A custom foot orthotic is a biomechanical device placed into footwear designed to control or improve the function of the foot as determined by a thorough weight-bearing and non-weight bearing biomecahnical evaluation in order to:
- alleviate foot and lower extremity musculoskeletal symptoms
- prevent or reduce abnormal forces and subsequent deformities by mechanical control
- deflect pressure from ulcers, callus and areas of increased pressure
- permit forces to be evenly distributed along the foot
- increase cushioning of the foot.
What COnditions can a Chiropodist Help With?
- nail care for difficult to cut, thick nails or high risk diabetic feet
- ingrown toenails, corns and calluses
- plantar warts, fungal nail and skin conditions
- plantar fasciitis and heel pain
- biomechanical and gait analysis
- fit and dispense compression stockings
- nail and soft tissue surgeries
- diabetic foot care and screening
- wound prevention and management
WHAT IS A CHIROPODIST (FOOT CARE)?
A Chiropodist is a regulated primary health care professional practicing in the assessment, treatment and prevention of diseases, disorders and dysfunctions of the foot by therapeutic, orthotic and palliative means. At our clinic, we provide a wide range of chiropody services to help our patients achieve and maintain optimal foot and ankle health. Our team of highly trained and experienced chiropodists are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care to each and every one of our patients. We understand that every patient is unique and as such, we offer a personalized approach to treatment.
chiropody In WINDSOR & LASALLE
Our Services Include:
General Foot Care:This includes routine foot care such as nail cutting, callus and corn removal, and the treatment of foot and ankle conditions such as athlete's foot.
Diabetic Foot Care: We provide specialized care for patients with diabetes, including regular check-ups and assessments to detect and prevent any potential complications.
Orthotic Therapy: We offer custom-made orthotics to help alleviate pain and discomfort caused by conditions such as plantar fasciitis and heel spurs.
Children's Foot Care: We provide a range of services for children, including the assessment and treatment of conditions such as in-toeing and out-toeing, and the fitting of corrective shoes and orthotics.
Sports Injury: Our chiropodists are trained in the assessment and treatment of sports-related injuries such as ankle sprains and stress fractures.
We use the latest technology and techniques to ensure that our patients receive the most effective and efficient treatment possible. We believe in working closely with our patients to achieve the best possible outcomes and to help them lead a comfortable and active lifestyle. If you have any concerns about your feet or lower limbs, please do not hesitate to contact us to schedule an appointment. A Chiropodist can help manage acute and chronic conditions affecting foot and lower limb function and mobility, reduce pain, provide health education and enhance quality of life.