Hunt Footcare - Footcare & Orthotic Specialist

06/05/2025

Thinking about your next great Canadian walkabout? Don't let foot pain slow you down! Our blog explores why your gait matters, when to consider custom orthotics, and how to tell if your old ones need replacing. Get the scoop on happy feet for all your spring and summer adventures.

Check it out.
https://www.huntfootcare.com/healthy-walking-and-custom-orthotics

05/01/2025

From hopscotch on the playground to hop steps in Muay Thai, hopping plays a bigger role than you might think! 🤸‍♀️🥋
Our latest blog explores when kids master this skill and where adults still use it.
Check it out:
https://www.huntfootcare.com/do-children-ever-stop-hopping-about/. # MotorSkills

03/30/2025

Planning on tackling a marathon? Our latest article breaks down why proper prep is SO important for a great race day. From training time to your gear and fuel, it's all covered. Check it out before you hit the pavement!
👇 https://www.huntfootcare.com/running-your-first-marathon-why-proper-preparation-is-essential

02/26/2025

Did you know your feet take on 1.5 times your body weight with every step? 🤯 No wonder they change as we age! Learn how to keep your feet happy and healthy with our latest blog post on foot care tips for seniors.
Link to the blog in the comments

01/29/2025

Facebook post: Why starting a new exercise regime at a gym or taking up running is not a race! Avoid injury through with over-enthusiasm - think tortoise and hare rather than instant transformation.
https://www.huntfootcare.com/new-year-new-exercise-plan

12/20/2024

Beat the Chill! ❄️❄️ Running in cold weather? We've got you covered with tips to stay safe and warm.
https://www.huntfootcare.com/running-in-cold-weather-tips

11/27/2024

Plantar Fasciitis heel pain - we look at the symptoms, causes and various treatments we offer here at Hunt Footcare

Sore heels but not sure why? Heel pain can be debilitating and when there are no visible signs (like blisters, hard skin cracks or external bruising) to indicate the cause, it can be confusing. Heel pain and plantar fasciitis If you have a sharp or stabbing pain on the bottom of your heel or foot ar...

10/30/2024

Kids love to trick or treat? See our top tips for avoiding slips, trips and tumbles for your little witches and warlocks!

Trick or treating is nearly upon us again but make sure that it’s a treat for everyone, and not a tricky trip or slip. So, here are Hunt Footcare’s top footcare tips for your trick and treat adventures this Halloween. Costumes, cloaks and capes Whatever character you decide to dress up as, (and ...

09/25/2024

Think the kids need new shoes for school? They probably do, as the key ages when kids feet grow up to a size a year are when they are at school! Check out our top tips before you head out to the shoe store to ensure the best fit for your child.

Back to school is the time of year when you realise that your kids’ feet have grown – again. So, if you haven’t done so already, you might want to check their shoes fit properly for the new term.   Why the right size shoes are important It’s important that shoes are comfortable, well-fittin...

08/28/2024

If you have 'everyday' foot pain when you stand, walk or exercise, the problem might be due to your body not being balanced. Our latest article looks at how poor posture (how you stand) and uneven gait (how you walk) can cause foot pain, and how custom-made orthotics can restore your natural balance again.

If you suffer from any kind of foot pain - maybe in your toes, the arch of your sole, or under your heel – the problem might be with your body alignment. Orthotics can help alleviate the daily physical stresses and strains of life-on-your-feet by realigning your body posture so you balance better ...

07/31/2024

Imagine working for years towards competing in the Olympic Games 2024 - only to get injured. We look at the top 3 foot and ankle injuries competitors sustain, and the contact sport with the most foot-related issues.

Every Olympics Games brings its thrills and spills. It’s to be expected in a such an intensive environment where competitors have intensively trained just to be part of. Competitors and their trainers aim for the optimum performance possible, and that can lead to injuries that end their dreams of ...

07/01/2024

Are your feet sandal-ready? We share top advice for keeping your toenails trimmed and fungus-free, and your skin protected and healthy in our strong Canadian summer sunshine

As the weather warms up, it’s time to show your feet to the world again in summer sandals or barefoot on the beach. It may have been a while since your feet saw were out in the daylight, so here are five simple tips for keeping your toenails and skin healthy and looking their best. If