Compression Stockings to Reduce Edema
With March being kidney health month, we wanted to educate you more on a common kidney health issue - edema. Edema is the swelling that is caused by water retention in your body’s tissues. This complication can occur when the kidneys are unable to properly process...
Taking Steps Towards a Healthy, New You!
Taking the steps to become a healthier version of yourself, could not have come at a better time! Our world has turned upside down in the last few years. The pandemic has changed so much in our lives and we want to ensure you are able to stay safe and healthy this...
Home care for healthy feet – tips & tricks!
Inspect your feet and toes for any cuts, bruises, or sores daily. Use a mirror for hard-to-see areas. Pay attention to any changes in odour, colour or thickness of your toenails, and thoroughly dry your toes after getting the feet wet Moisturize with urea-based creams...
10 ways LMC chiropody is contributing to your foot health.
1. Improved mobility - LMC Chiropodists can improve mobility so that patients can enjoy an active lifestyle. 2. Reduced disability - With just one yearly appointment Chiropodists can reduce the risk of diabetic foot amputations by 85%. 3. Can’t reach their toenails?...
Pregnancy and your feet
During pregnancy, it is not uncommon to experience an array of aches and pains all over your body. Among these complications are tired, swollen, achy feet – a very common and painful symptom experienced by mothers-to-be during their 9 months of pregnancy. Managing...
Foot Care: A Step Towards Good Health
Prevention is key to reduce the risk of foot complications for those with type 1 diabetes. As a multi-system disorder, diabetes is frequently associated with other conditions, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Together, these conditions can contribute...
Proper Shoe Fitting For The Whole Family!
Shoe suitability will differ depending on the activity they are intended for, and the type of foot resting in them. Our LMC Chiropodists specialize in the assessment of biomechanics and recognizing what foot type you have. Please see below for tips and tricks to find...
Foot Care Is Self-Care
Summer is well underway and amidst our province reopening, you may be finding it hard to find time for yourself. It is important to take some time to focus on self-care, which includes caring for your feet as well. Taking a little extra time to ensure your feet are...
Foot Health & Our PEDAL Study
Happy Foot Health Month! This month we wanted to bring your attention to our published diabetes foot study. Throughout February 2018 to April 2019, our LMC chiropodists saw over 5,000 patients with type I and type II diabetes to thoroughly assess their feet and...
How Zinc Can Help Heal Your Plantar Warts
Plantar warts can easily affect those with type 1 diabetes. This is due to the reduced immunity within the body. The reduction of immunity leaves the body at a more vulnerable state, where foot issues such as plantar warts can easily occur. Plantar warts are small...
Goodbye Winter Boots, Hello Summer Shoes & Sandals!
Hello April! Many Canadians welcome April’s warmer weather by putting away their winter boots and bringing out their summer footwear. However, before you take on new adventures in last year’s shoes or sandals, it’s important to ensure that this footwear still fits...
Compression Stockings to Reduce Edema
With March being kidney health month, we wanted to educate you more on a common kidney health issue - edema. Edema is the swelling that is caused by water retention in your body’s tissues. This complication can occur when the kidneys are unable to properly process...