If your foot hurts, and it feels like there is a stone in your shoe, you may be suffering from capsulitis. Our foot is made up of 26 bones and often we ignore the load that the smaller bones of our foot undertake. The smaller bones are located in the... read more →

Have you ever noticed you have popping and/or cracking joints in your feet and ankles when you walk?  When walking, our tendons and ligaments stretch and move, and our joints open. Sometimes, if either of these structures is tight, then gases release, causing a popping sound.  Causes of Cracking Joints:... read more →

We all love the feeling and look of a brand new pair of runners. They tend to feel more cushioned and supportive than our old pair. When wearing in new runners you may throw out your old ones, go for a long walk or wear them all day. But before... read more →

Ingrown toenails in babies are not fun, especially when they cannot communicate their feelings.  Ingrown toenails if left untreated, can lead to infections, which is why it is important to be able to recognize early signs of nail irritation in this age group. Symptoms of Ingrown Toenails in Babies: Pain,... read more →

During pregnancy a lot of changes are happening to your body and one that many women do not associated with their new changing body is heel pain during pregnancy. Foot and heel pain during pregnancy are a lot more common than you may think. Such conditions as heel pain, foot... read more →

Buying toddler’s shoes can often be a tricky task. You want the best shoes for your toddler it is tricky to decide with all the different styles and types out there. Fortunately, we have developed the best shoes for your toddler's buying guide. Toddlers have very flexible feet and are... read more →

When your child is rapidly growing and complains of pain in their knees and legs, its common to put this down to growing pains. But what are growing pains in children? Why do some children get them and others don’t? Also, how can we treat growing pains? Symptoms of Growing... read more →

Underneath the forefoot lies many different nerves, joints, and soft tissue structures. It is common for these structures to become inflamed and sore over time. A common condition of the forefoot is a plantar plate tear. What is the Plantar Plate? The plantar plate is an extension of the plantar... read more →

Orthotics are often prescribed for many foot, ankle, and lower limb injuries. They are designed to correct the way you walk and stand. However, they are not a one size fits all approach and therefore need to be prescribed accurately and to each individual case.  The biomechanics of the feet... read more →

Since the outbreak of COVID-19 and more people working from home, we have seen an influx in foot pain in iso. Many of our patients have returned to the clinic with past foot pain flare-ups or presenting with new concerns. This influx of foot pain in iso is commonly caused... read more →