Olex Foot Care

05/21/2026

Back in April, I received my Certification in Medical Compression Therapy, and since then I’ve become an approved vendor with Lunatik Athletiks and their amazing line of compression stockings. Even better — Lunatik Athletiks is a Canadian, female‑owned and operated company, known for stylish, high‑quality compression stockings.

Benefits of Compression Therapy include:

~Boosting circulation

~Reducing swelling in the ankles and feet

~Improving lymphatic drainage

~Managing orthostatic hypotension

~Reducing the risk of DVT

~Preventing or reducing varicose veins

~Easing physical discomfort and fatigue

~Supporting circulation concerns related to diabetes

With today’s fabrics, styles, and fun patterns, compression stockings are nothing like they used to be.

If you have questions or would like a personalized fitting, feel free to reach out — your feet will thank you.

05/11/2026

Interesting facts about our feet:

- On average, a person walks 216,262,500 steps in their lifetime

- Feet have 200,00+ nerve endings

- Your gait (the way you walk) is as unique as your fingerprint

- The skin on your heel is thickest skin on your body; up to 4mm thick

- Approximately 250,000 sweat glands in a pair of human feet

- Feet produce approximately 1/2 pint (118ml) of sweat per day

- Feet naturally change with age (size)

- 26 bones and 33 joints in each foot

- 19 intrinsic muscles (located entirely in the foot) and 10 extrinsic muscles (originate in the lower leg but runs into the foot)

Most foot problems are far easier to prevent than to fix. That’s why proactive care is one of the best investments you can make in your overall health and mobility!

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05/04/2026

Did you know that May is recognized as Foot Health month in Canada? Throughout the month I will be posting on various topics related to foot health, stay tuned!

04/22/2026

Please note that summer business hours come in to effect May 1 until mid October.

03/17/2026

Looking for a meaningful and practical gift option?

Gift certificates for nursing foot care treatments are a thoughtful way to support a loved one’s health, comfort, and mobility. Professional foot care can help manage common concerns such as calluses, thickened nails, and overall foot health—especially important for those with ongoing medical needs.

✔️ Provided by a trained foot care nurse
✔️ Focused on safety, hygiene, and clinical care
✔️ Supports comfort, mobility, and overall well-being

Gift certificates are now available—give the gift of professional, compassionate care.

03/07/2026

Being on the road every day and moving from place to place can definitely be tiring - and sometimes frustrating. On days with views like this makes the whole journey feel lighter and a lot more rewarding

03/01/2026

OLEX Foot Care quietly turned 5 years old last month, and my heart is full.

To my long‑standing clients: thank you for trusting me with your foot health, your stories, and your care over the years. Your loyalty and kindness have shaped this practice into what it is today.

To the many new clients who have joined me recently: welcome! I am grateful you chose OLEX Foot Care, and I am honored to be part of your wellness journey.

Building this practice has been one of the most meaningful chapters of my life, and I look forward to continuing to provide safe, skilled, client‑centered care for many years to come.

Thank you for supporting a small, local business and for helping OLEX Foot Care thrive. 💙

02/16/2026

The Seniors Care Grant program provides funding to assist seniors with household and healthcare service costs. There is still time to apply, application deadline is March 31, 2026. Applications can be done online or mail.

This care grant can be used for healthcare services, household services and home heating.

Eligibility: As of this year, individuals with a household income up to $45,100 can apply, an increase from the previous limit of $37,500.

Annual Benefit: The grant offers $750 annually to help cover essential services.

12/23/2025

I am currently on vacation until Monday, January 5/26. Any messages or emails that are received during my time off will be returned on January 5.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday season!

Merry Christmas,
Shelley

12/17/2025

👣 The website is up and online booking is now available! Please note that online booking is for clinic appointments only 👣

In clinic foot care by a licensed nurse that can help with diabetic foot care, ingrown toenail correction, care for corns and calluses, sensation testing, personalized care plans

12/05/2025

I am excited to announce that starting on January 15, 2026, I will be having a weekly clinic, on Thursdays, in Hammonds Plains!
My clinic will be located within Arbour Square Osteopathy in the Arbour Square plaza, at the corner of Glen Arbour and Hammonds Plains Road.
Online booking for appointments will be available (for clinic appointments only) and I will post the link for the site very soon!