Island Foot Care
Island Foot Care
Podiatrist Services
Nearly 65% of Canadians suffer from foot related problems. For some a foot problem can be a minor irritation, for others it can lead to months or even years of discomfort. Normal feet are crucial to overall body function and health. Many of the most common back, knee and ankle joint complaints originate in your feet. With almost every single step you take, 26 bones, almost 40 joints and articulations as well as countless muscles, tendons and ligaments are under constant pressure and motion. As with other anatomical structures put under stress, feet can and often do malfunction. Foot care delivered by a qualified podiatrist is important in aiding mobility which in turn, helps maintain and improve cardio-vascular function and is part of a healthy lifestyle. With more than three quarters of seniors requiring foot care, life expectancy actually increases by walking further ....... in comfort. Corns or callous caused by abnormal footwear pressure or other problems such as thickened, fungal or in-growing toe nails can be treated and relieved effectively. Trained to skillfully use sterile instruments, a qualified podiatrist can reduce these problems using pain free methods. Furthermore, regular podiatric care for diabetic patients prevents foot ulcers and subsequent amputations. As a podiatrist I treat other common foot conditions such as fallen arches, dropped feet, bunions and abnormal alignment of the metatarsals. Plantar calcaneal spurs, fasciitis, and bursitis are conditions which cause heel pain and are often successfully treated using pads, shoe modifications, custom insoles and orthotics. If custom orthotics are required, I only dispense high quality devices produced exclusively by licensed BAPFOLA labs: http://www.nvo.com/pfola/bapfolaccreditedfacilities/ Phil Somerfield D.Pod.M - Podiatrist |
