Health chronicles

Plantar warts are skin infections caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). While some go away naturally, others require treatment and […]

Playing sports with a foot in a cast is possible if you have your doctor’s approval and your foot can […]

Recovering from a foot or leg cast requires careful management to avoid exacerbating the injury and to facilitate a safe […]

An ingrown toenail, also called onychocryptosis, results from cutting the toenail too short or improperly, causing pain and discomfort that […]

Recovering from a foot fracture requires patience, especially for active runners eager to resume their sport. Returning too quickly by […]

Plantar fasciitis is characterized by heel pain caused by micro-tears and inflammation, often noticed with the first steps in the […]

Pedicure is a cosmetic discipline focusing on trimming and caring for toenails, moisturizing the skin, and massaging the feet. While […]

As durable as they can be, custom orthotics must be handled with extreme care. Insoles not only sustain the constraints […]

Have your child’s shoes lived through back-to-school and the fall season? It’s important to now consider the right winter boots […]

Quebecers can now benefit from new prescriptions from podiatrists to effectively relieve foot pain. Podiatrists can prescribe most medications needed […]

Les pieds ont un impact crucial sur le mouvement des athlètes. Pourtant, il est souvent difficile pour les sportifs très […]

Do you notice a growth on your big toe deviating from its normal axis and causing difficulty putting on shoes? […]

Normally, health experts do not recommend a sedentary lifestyle. But if your ability to move is limited by an injured […]

A healthy employee should not experience any problems from standing during work, but choosing the right footwear is essential for […]

People often associate wrinkles and vision problems with aging, but aging also impacts foot health, making mobility harder and sometimes […]

Leg pain is common in children aged 3 to 6 and often reappears during pre-puberty between 8 and 12 years, […]

Diabetes mellitus poses significant dangers to health, including blindness, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. However, diabetic foot, responsible for 50% of […]

Steadying your foot or leg with a cast can significantly limit your ability to move. However, even if a fracture […]

Owning more than one pair of orthotic insoles offers many advantages for various lifestyles, from athletes to retirees. This article […]

Just like the podiatrist, the orthotist is also responsible for treating a variety of foot problems. However, the podiatrist’s role […]