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• posted: May 14, 2024
• Plantar fasciitis,  Bunions,  Podiatric Surgery,  Hammertoes

When foot and ankle problems persist despite conservative treatments, podiatric surgery may be the only path to relief and improved mobility. Foot and ankle surgery is usually a last resort Read More

• posted: May 01, 2024
• Fungal Infections,  Podiatrist,  Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, particularly between the toes. It's a condition that can cause discomfort and inconvenience, but with proper Read More

• posted: Apr. 08, 2024
• Diabetic Foot Care,  Diabetic Foot

When you’re dealing with diabetes, you may understand that one of the most important things you can do is care for your feet. For individuals living with diabetes, proper foot Read More

• posted: Apr. 05, 2024
• Orthotics,  Custom Orthotics

Foot problems are common, and when they happen, they can also be disabling. When your feet hurt, it’s difficult to want to stay active. The solution to foot problems may Read More

• posted: Apr. 03, 2024
• Cyst Removal,  Ganglion Cyst,  Plantar Fibroma,  Foot Cysts

Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop beneath the skin, often causing discomfort and pain. They commonly arise on the feet, where friction occurs or due to blocked sweat glands. Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2024
• Ingrown Toenail

Ingrown toenails are painful and ugly. They can make it difficult to put on shoes, to stand, and to walk without pain. An ingrown toenail can decrease your mobility. Your Read More

• posted: Mar. 21, 2024
• Foot Health,  Diabetes

When you have diabetes, getting diabetic foot care is vital. At Family Care Foot Clinic in Whitby, ON, our team of chiropodists provides a variety of different care services that Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2024
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

If you are experiencing stabbing, aching heel pain on the side of your foot, or running across your heel, you could have a very common condition known as plantar fasciitis. Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2024
• Heel Pain

Your heels are nature’s shock absorbers, providing a cushion for standing, walking, and running. If you’ve ever experienced heel pain, you already know how it can impact your life. The Read More

• posted: Feb. 09, 2024
• Ankle Fractures,  Foot Fractures

Foot and ankle fractures are a common problem, especially as you get older. Bones become more brittle, and you are less flexible than you once were. Foot and ankle fractures Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2024
• Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails can happen to anyone. If you have an ingrown toenail, chances are it’s difficult to put on shoes and want to walk around. Your podiatrist can help with Read More

• posted: Jan. 26, 2024
• Ingrown Toenails

Chiropodists Oksana Skilfasovska, Katerina Goltsios, and Arun Homenauth at Family Foot Care Clinic in Whitby, ON, provide effective and customized prevention and treatment for ingrown toenails.  Guide to Preventing and Treating Read More

• posted: Jan. 08, 2024
• Foot Injury,  Foot and Ankle Injuries,  Ankle Injury

As an athlete, you know how critical it is to stay at the top of your game and remain in optimal physical shape. Your feet and ankles are the foundation Read More

• posted: Jan. 01, 2024
• Orthotics,  Custom Orthotics

Do you have foot problems? Do your feet hurt all the time? If so, you need to discover the benefits of orthotics. This common treatment, available from your podiatrist, can Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2023
• Diabetic Foot Care,  Diabetic Foot

Diabetes, a condition affecting how your body uses sugar, impacts various organs, including your feet. High blood sugar can lead to nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor circulation, increasing the risk Read More