Diabetic footcare & assessment
Comprehensive Diabetic Foot Care & Risk Management Living with diabetes requires a proactive approach to foot health. Because diabetes can affect the nervous and circulatory systems, your feet require specialized clinical attention to prevent long-term complications. The Importance of Specialized Care Diabetic foot complications often stem from two primary factors: Peripheral Neuropathy (Nerve Damage): This […]
March Contest: Win a Pair of Drew Walking Shoes
March Contest: Win a Pair of Drew Walking Shoes A new month means a new giveaway at Step By Step! This month we’re giving away a pair of fantastic Drew Walking Shoes valued at $250.Contest participation is easy! In Person 1. Visit the newly renovated Step By Step clinic.2. Fill out a ballot with the […]
Flat Feet/ High Arched Feet
Management of Flatfoot & High-Arched Feet Foot structure plays a critical role in your overall mobility and comfort. Whether you have a collapsed arch or an excessively high arch, these structural variations can lead to pain, instability, and secondary foot conditions. Understanding Flatfoot (Pes Planus) Flatfoot is a complex disorder characterized by the partial or […]
Ask Al: What kind of flooring is best for my knees and feet?
Question: “Al, I’m starting on a kitchen reno project, and need some input on the choice of flooring. I’ve always had to deal with knee pain, and my worry is that installing a new tile floor (or something of a similar hardness) will add stress to my knees and feet. I live in my kitchen […]
Corns & Calluses: Your Pain-Free Solution
Professional Care for Corns & Calluses Are corns or calluses causing you daily discomfort? While these may seem like minor issues, the pressure from thickened, hardened skin can make every step a struggle. Calluses often appear as broad, yellowed patches of skin on the ball of the foot or heel, while corns typically develop as […]
Choosing Your Baby’s First Shoes.
A baby’s foot is one of the most rapidly growing parts of their body. One minute they’re fitting into the adorable pair you just got for them online, next minute they’re barely able to stick their little toes in. Beyond aesthetics, it’s important to choose a pair of baby shoes that will benefit their feet […]
Heel Pain – Plantar Fasciitis
Suffering from Heel Pain Struggling with heel pain? You’re not alone. It is one of the most common foot conditions we manage. That sharp, stabbing sensation you feel with your first steps in the morning—or after sitting for a period—is often due to an inflamed plantar fascia. This thick band of tissue on the bottom […]
Best Foot Care Before Sprinting In The Spring
Spring is here and while we may be excited to become active outside again, it’s important not to jump into anything head on. Caring for a runner’s feet is the first step into easing back into an active outdoor lifestyle and it’s important not to ignore or avoid foot care. To keep your feet in […]
Fungal Nails
Comprehensive Management of Fungal Nail Infections (Onychomycosis) Fungal nail infections are persistent conditions that often require professional intervention to resolve. At our clinic, we provide a clinical, evidence-based approach to nail health, focusing on long-term management rather than temporary cosmetic fixes. Fungi thrive in the warm, moist environment of footwear, causing discoloration, thickening, and debris […]
Shoe Drive & Contest Continuing for April
Last month’s contest was a big hit, but even more exciting that the opportunity to give away some fantastic Drew shoes was the chance to help out the homeless people of Toronto through our shoe drive. The combined effort was so successful we’re doing it again this month. Here are two reasons why. #1 Our […]