Caring for our feet becomes increasingly important with age. Common foot conditions associated with aging include calluses, corns, blisters, ingrown toenails, deformities such as bunions, fungal infections, and plantar warts. Many of these problems can be avoided by having a good foot care routine and sticking to it. Wash, dry, and moisturize the feet daily to maintain proper foot hygiene, trim the toenails straight across to prevent ingrown toenails, and wear comfortable and supportive shoes to prevent foot deformities, injuries, and falls. Inspecting the feet daily can help to detect any foot conditions in their early stages and treat them before they worsen. Look for any blisters, cracks, cuts, scrapes, or sores, unusual sensations, or foot pain, and seek treatment as soon as possible. A chiropodist can help you maintain the health of your feet at any age. 

Foot problems can become increasingly common as we age, making everyday foot care especially important. To learn more about maintaining proper foot health, please consult with one of the chiropodists from The Footcare Centre. Our chiropodists will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment. 

Common Foot Problems

Certain foot problems may be more likely to affect older adults. 

Some examples of foot conditions that can be common in older adults include: 

• Dry, cracked skin
• Calluses and corns
• Blisters
• Ingrown toenails
• Deformities such as bunions or hammertoes
• Fungal infections
• Plantar warts

Systemic conditions, such as diabetes or arthritis, are also more likely to affect older people and manifest symptoms in the feet and ankles. 

Daily Foot Care Tips

Having a daily foot care routine can help detect problems early on and prevent future issues. 

Things that you can do at home to care for your feet include: 

• Washing the feet daily with warm water, drying them thoroughly, and then applying a moisturizer
• Trimming the toenails straight across and not too short to prevent ingrown toenails
• Performing daily foot exercises to improve foot strength and mobility
• Wearing shoes when walking to avoid injury
• Inspecting the feet daily for any cuts, scrapes, sores, or other abnormalities and seeking prompt treatment if any problems are discovered 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

The foot is made up of 26 bones, any of which could potentially fracture or break. Stress fractures are tiny cracks in a bone caused by repetitive and excessive pressure on the foot. They are particularly common among athletes. The most commonly fractured foot bones are the metatarsals, located at the front of the foot, and the heel bone, or the navicular bone, located in the middle of the foot. Symptoms of a stress fracture include pain at the site of the fracture that worsens with activity and gradually increases over time, and swelling and tenderness of the surrounding area. Treatments include resting, icing, and elevating the affected foot, taking medications to relieve pain, and wearing a brace or other orthotic device to take pressure off the bone while it heals. Severe cases may warrant surgical intervention. If you believe that you may have fractured a foot bone, please consult with a chiropodist. 

A foot fracture is a crack or break in a foot bone, often caused by repetitive stress on the foot or a high-impact foot injury. If you’re suffering from foot pain, please consult with one of the chiropodists from The Footcare Centre. Our chiropodists can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility. 

Symptoms

• Pain
• Bruising
• Tenderness
• Swelling
• Difficulty walking
• Deformity

Causes

• Repetitive overloading of the foot
• Having a previous fracture
• Abnormal foot biomechanics
• Changing training surfaces suddenly
• Poor footwear
• Osteoporosis
• High-impact injury 

Treatments

• Rest
• Ice
• Elevation
• Pain medication
• Braces or other orthotics
• Casts
• Crutches
• Surgery in more severe cases 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

The Achilles tendon is a strong band of fibrous tissue that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. When this tendon is injured, it can become inflamed, leading to a condition called Achilles tendonitis. The most common cause of Achilles tendonitis is repetitive strain and overuse from physical activities, such as running, playing high-impact sports, or standing for prolonged periods of time. Biomechanical issues in the foot and weak or tight calf muscles can also be to blame. Symptoms of this condition include heel and calf pain, tendon thickening, and stiffness, which can impact your mobility. If you believe that you may have Achilles tendonitis, it is strongly suggested that you seek the care of a chiropodist. 

Achilles tendonitis is a common injury of the Achilles tendon, a band of fibrous tissue that runs along the back of the lower leg. The Achilles tendon can also rupture, making it impossible to lift the foot. If you are suffering from heel or calf pain, please consult with one of the chiropodists from The Footcare Centre. Our chiropodists can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility. 

Causes of Achilles tendon injuries include: 

• Repetitive stress or overuse
• Sudden increase in activity levels
• High impact injury
• Calf muscle tightness or weakness
• Altered foot biomechanics
• Heel bone spurs
• Underlying medical conditions that weaken the tendon

Symptoms of an Achilles tendon injury include: 

• Heel and calf pain that worsens following exercise
• Chronic heel and calf pain
• Sudden pain in the back of the ankle or calf
• A popping or snapping sensation
• Thickened lump in the Achilles tendon
• Ankle and calf stiffness
• Decreased range of motion in the affected foot
• Swelling
• Difficulty walking 

Treatment

• Resting the affected leg
• Applying ice
• Compressing the foot and ankle
• Elevating the injured leg
• Wearing orthotics
• Low impact exercises
• Stretches
• Strengthening exercises
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications
• Cortisone injections
• Surgery, if the tendon is ruptured 

Achilles tendon injuries can be very painful and lead to reduced mobility if left untreated. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

Sever’s disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, refers to an inflammation of the growth plate in the heel. It is one of the most common foot injuries in children and adolescents between the ages of 8 and 14. It is especially common in children who are involved in sports activities such as soccer, running, or basketball. Symptoms of Sever’s disease include pain in the back or bottom of the heel, pain when the sides of the heel are squeezed, difficulty running, jumping, or walking, limping, walking on the toes to avoid putting pressure on the heels, and tiredness. There are various treatments for Sever’s disease including resting the foot by stopping or reducing participation in the activity that caused it, supporting the heel with shoe inserts or custom orthotics, and taking oral medications to reduce pain and inflammation. If your child complains of heel pain, it is highly recommended that you take them to see a chiropodist. 

Sever’s disease typically affects young children and teenagers. If your child complains of foot pain, please consult with one of the chiropodists from The Footcare Centre. Our chiropodists will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment. 

What Is Sever’s Disease? 

Sever’s disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is an inflammation of the growth plate in the heel bone. It is typically caused by overuse due to repetitive activities such as running, jumping, and playing certain sports. This condition most frequently affects children between the ages of 8 and 14. 

Symptoms

Symptoms of Sever’s disease include: 

• Pain in the back or bottom of the heel
• Pain when the sides of the heel are squeezed
• Limping or walking on tiptoes to avoid putting pressure on the heel
• Difficulty running, jumping, or participating in usual activities
• Fatigue 

Diagnosis

Sever’s disease is diagnosed by taking a thorough medical history and performing a physical examination. Imaging studies, such as an X-ray, can help rule out other injuries like a fracture. 

Treatment

Sever’s disease typically heals without any long-term complications. Treatment involves resting the affected foot by reducing typical activities, wearing orthotics to support the foot, immobilizing the affected foot, taking medications to reduce pain and inflammation, and stretching the foot. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.