Simcoe Foot Clinic

05/25/2026

Make your appointment today to check in on your feet!

05/22/2026

👣 Condition Spotlight: Fungal Toenails
What is it?
A fungal toenail infection (onychomycosis) affects the nail bed and plate, causing changes in appearance and structure.

Symptoms:
✔️ Yellow, brown, or white discoloration
✔️ Thickened or brittle nails
✔️ Crumbling or distorted nail shape
✔️ Separation of nail from nail bed

Causes:
– Untreated athlete’s foot
– Moist, dark environments (like shoes!)
– Nail trauma
– Sharing nail tools or shoes

How we treat it:
✅ Topical or oral antifungal medications
✅ Nail debridement (safe trimming & thinning)
✅ Laser treatment options
✅ Preventive shoe and sock care tips

🦶 Pro Tip: The sooner you treat it, the better — fungal nails rarely clear on their own.

05/20/2026

While tight shoes can worsen bunions, the condition is often hereditary. Proper footwear and early care can slow progression.

05/18/2026

05/15/2026

👣 Condition Spotlight: Morton’s Neuroma
What is it?
A Morton’s neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue between the toes — often between the 3rd and 4th toes.

Symptoms:
✔️ Burning or tingling in the ball of the foot
✔️ Sharp, shooting pain
✔️ Feeling like you’re standing on a fold or pebble
✔️ Numbness between toes

Causes:
– Tight shoes or high heels
– Flat feet or overpronation
– Repetitive pressure or trauma

How we treat it:
✅ Custom orthotics to reduce nerve compression
✅ Padding and footwear changes
✅ Anti-inflammatory care
✅ Referral for imaging or injections (if needed)

🦶 Pro Tip: The sooner we reduce pressure on the nerve, the better the outcome.

05/13/2026

Comfortable shoes don't necessarily mean they offer the support you need. With summer around the corner when buying shoes, you should:
Check the toe box — You should have about a thumb’s width of space between your longest toe and the end of the shoe.
Support matters — Look for arch support, a cushioned sole, and a snug (not tight) heel fit.

05/11/2026

05/08/2026

👣 Condition Spotlight: Corns & Calluses
What are they?
Corns and calluses are thickened layers of skin that develop in response to pressure or friction.

Symptoms:
✔️ Hard, dry patches of skin
✔️ Pain when walking or standing
✔️ A raised bump or central core (corns)

Causes:
– Ill-fitting footwear
– High-pressure areas from foot shape
– Toe deformities or gait issues
– Repetitive motion or standing

How we treat it:
✅ Safe debridement (no razors at home!)
✅ Padding or offloading strategies
✅ Custom orthotics to reduce pressure
✅ Shoe fit guidance

🦶 Pro Tip: Calluses return unless the cause of pressure is addressed — we can help with that.

05/06/2026

Many pregnancy-related foot issues, such as swelling, arch changes, or heel pain, can be managed with proper support and treatment. Come in today to see how we can help!