OceanWalk Pedorthic Clinic and Nanaimo Chiropractic

09/03/2022

Dr Katia Langton had the honor to present Preventing the Destruction of the Intrinsic Minus Foot in Diabetic Patients on 01 Sept in Varadero, Cuba at the VI International Congress - Controlling Diabetes and it’s Most Severe Complications. All Diabetics patients need to get their annual foot check up to prevent these severe complications of ulcerations and amputations.

12/04/2020

With everything happening in the world today; please remember November 14th was World Diabetes Day. This is to recognize Sir Frederick Banting and Charles Best's discovery of Insulin in 1922.

9.3% of the world's population is diagnosed with Diabetes and 1.6 million people die annually from Diabetes and its complications which include foot ulcers which can get infected and lead to amputations.

85% of these complications can be preventable with regular check ups and Diabetic foot care. Remember to get your annual comprehensive Diabetic Foot Assessment to assess for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy and other complications that can impact your health and mobility.

Please email us at oceanwalkfootcare@gmail.com or call us at 250.585.5859 to set up an appointment or with any Diabetic foot related questions.

Stay safe, stay healthy and stay kind...
From Dr. Langton and the staff at OceanWalk Pedorthic

05/15/2020

WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE WE ARE RE-OPENING ON TUESDAY 19 MAY 2020!!

PLEASE CALL US AT 250.585.5859 OR EMAIL US AT OCEANWALKFOOTCARE@GMAIL.COM TO SET UP AN APPT!

COME SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL NEW CORAL FISH TANK!

SEE YOU ALL SOON!

04/13/2020

Hello Dear Patients!

We are still closed to patients since 20 March 2020 due to Covid 19. Please know we will contact you with an email as soon as we reopen.

If you have Custom Foot Orthotics in production; we are diligently working behind the scenes to get these orders completed. The lab just reopened after three weeks so they are now filling our orders. We are; however, able to get you your paperwork early to claim from your insurance providers. Please contact us by phone 250.585.5859 or by email (oceanwalkfootcare@gmail.com).

Kelly and I are working behind the scenes answering calls and emails from home and we are also working one day in the office doing paperwork.

Stay safe and healthy in these crazy times and remember to use your time in isolation wisely!

Yours In Health, Katia Langton
Chiropractor and Certified Pedorthist

03/28/2020

This is such great information for everyone! Stay healthy and safe!

www.DrJeffPublicSafety.com IMPORTANT EDIT FROM NIH DATA: COVID-19 LIVES ON CARDBOARD FOR 1 DAY. This is the most current video for New CDC data, safe takeout...

01/31/2020

Foot Care Tip: Take a Polish Break

If you like to have your toenails painted, it’s a good idea to take some time off from polish.

Most polishes contain chemicals that are damaging. And extended wear causes yellow discoloration and puts you at a risk of fungus and infections. Polish and polish remover also causes the nails to become brittle.

So, during the winter months, let your toenails breathe. They need a break from polish.
If you have polish damage, you can apply jojoba oil or vitamin E oil directly to your nail bed to improve nail health.

01/30/2020

Foot Care Tip: Do Regular Self-Exams

Throughout your life, an aging body will eventually face challenges. Frequent self-exams can reveal how your health is unfolding and help you notice what’s happening, especially with your feet.

Look at your feet and take note of anything unusual. Notice if you see any evidence of infection like changes in your skin around toenails. Other types of signals could be discolouration, thickening, bruising or blistering.

If you find any problems with your feet, don’t ignore it and take further care as soon as possible.

01/29/2020

Foot Care Tip: Don’t Let Sweaty Feet Go Unchecked

According to studies, sweat producing glands in your feet can create between a 1/3 and a 1/2 cup of sweat during average daily activities. If sweat collects in your shoes, it can lead to fungal infection on the surface of your skin or between your toes.

The best way to combat fungal infections is to remove your shoes before they get too soaked with sweat. It’s also a good idea to buy shoes specifically for athletic activities. This way you can keep the environment inside each shoe free from contamination.

Wear socks made of breathable material like cotton and change them frequently. In some cases, you may even need to change your socks more than once a day. Even though you might feel this is a pain in the butt, it’s better than having an infection take hold.

You can also use a special moisture absorbing pads for your shoes or use foot powder to manage shoe moisture. Try to stay away from wearing anything made of man-made fibers because they tend not to allow moisture to evaporate freely. Stick to natural fibers and your feet will be much more comfortable.

Use the following recipe to naturally deodorize your feet:

Mix one part cornstarch and three pars bentonite clay with 4-5 drops of peppermint essential oil. Make a paste by adding cold water. Apply the paste to your feet for 30 minutes, then rinse and dry thoroughly.

01/27/2020

Foot Care Tip: Buy Shoes That Fit Well

How well do your shoes fit? An often overlooked casualty of fashion is often comfort. When you’re buying new shoes, make sure you don’t end up with a pair that is going to damage your feet.
Shoes that are too small or too big can constrict the natural movement of your bones and throw you off balance.

It’s important to move around in a potential pair of shoes, so you know where they are going to fit when you’re walking.

Be sure they are comfortable and allow for good ventilation. This is key because shoes that don’t ventilate well will be susceptible to molds, and fungus.

01/23/2020

Foot Care Tip: Keep Your Toe Nails Trimmed

You’ve probably experienced a moment when you realize that your toenails need attention. Nails that aren’t well kept will be more likely to experience some form of a problem. Longer toenails can become a place for bacteria and fungus to build up, so keep them as short as possible.

A significant thing to remember is that you should always use the proper tools for the trimming task. Invest in a good pair of nail clippers. If you use scissors or another random tool, you could cut your nails improperly and cause more problems.

If you end up with something like a split or malformed nail, see a grooming professional if you can’t handle it yourself. You want to take caution not to invite further injury or infection.

01/21/2020

Foot Care Tip: Use a Good Foot Oil

You want the skin on your feet to be supple, so use an excellent foot oil to protect them. If you walk bare feet, your skin is less likely to absorb bacteria if you protect them with a moisture barrier.

Changes in temperature and humidity can also affect the skin on your feet more than you may know. A lot of people discover that they get dry, cracked heels during the colder months. This happens because skin cells dry out and have more difficulty staying bonded together.

One of the best ways to stop this is to make sure to keep your feet moisturized with a good foot oil. Massage your feet with oil before bed and then wear socks for extra absorption. This will help to keep your feet very soft and smooth.

01/16/2020

Foot Care Tip: Remove Dead Skin

Another vital part of keeping your feet healthy has to do with the removal of dead skin. Dead skin is usually somewhat unsightly and can make your skin look drier and older than it should. It can also trap harmful and foul-smelling bacteria.

There are a variety of dead skin removal options available. Some of the best are those that use a simple scraping method. So, begin with a specially designed sponge, foot file, or pumice stone.

It’s always a good idea to soak your feet for at least 15 – 20 minutes before so that you don’t have to rub your skin as hard.

Also, callouses form due to poor circulation. An excellent way to stimulate stagnation is to rub the moist cut end of a slice of ginger root on the calloused area. Or use three drops Rosemary and three drops of Peppermint essential oil in 1 ounce of sesame oil to detoxify and improve circulation and arterial dilation.

After removing your callouses, you’ll notice that your weight is more evenly distributed to the four corners of the feet, where you’re most centered and balanced.

01/13/2020

Foot Care Tip: Soak Your Feet!

Studies have shown that soaking your feet can produce a calming response in your body. Taking time to center yourself is important and giving yourself a foot bath is an excellent way to do that. But foot baths are also great for getting rid of some of the toxins in your body.

If you have a smaller tub that can accommodate your feet, you can fill it with warm water and add some Epsom salts. If you let your feet soak for at least 15 minutes, you will loosen any dead skin that is on the surface of your skin. Find an efficient abrasive like pumice or a textured sponge for scrubbing.

01/08/2020

Foot Care Tip: Keep Your Feet Clean!

This one is common sense, but you would be surprised at how many people neglect cleaning their feet. Don’t be one of them. When bacteria and other microorganisms build up on your feet, it can become unhealthy quickly.

Dirty feet make it easy for tiny germs to get under the sensitive tissues of your toenails which can lead to a breeding ground for infection.

It’s a good idea to develop a habit of washing your feet before bedtime. This will help remove the day’s dust and bacteria from your feet. Plus you’ll sleep so much better with clean feet.

Once you have finished washing your feet, dry them thoroughly. Especially in the creases between your toes. These areas are the perfect places for infections to take hold.

01/01/2020

Start the New Year with Foot Care in mind.

Total foot care is necessary, and it goes beyond cosmetic purposes...

Our feet are our center of energy. They hold us up, balance our bodies and take us where we want to go in life. Healthy feet benefit the entire body, so it is vital that we look after them.
I read recently that more than 75% of all people in the US have foot problems at some time in their life.

Total foot care can reduce your chances of being one of them and can prevent infections, calluses, and other foot ailments. If you don’t take good care of your feet, it can end up being the beginning of severe foot issues later in life that could affect the way you live your life.

12/29/2019

Commit to Foot Care!

Take care of your feet, and they will take care of you! There is an ancient Ayurvedic Proverb that says… Disease does not go near one who massages his feet before sleeping, just as snakes do not approach eagles.

Make a commitment to your foot care because if you do not have healthy feet, your mobility, health, and well-being could be seriously limited.

Over the next few weeks we’ll share with you a few of our top tips for total foot care to help take care of your feet so they stay healthy.

12/11/2019

A little midweek funny for all of our wonderful patients !
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11/01/2019

Highlights from AOPA 2019 with David G. Armstrong

https://www.oceanwalkfootcare.com/blog/highlights-from-aopa