Sore feet slowing you down? Prepare for holiday shopping, cooking and decorating with practical advice from HealthWalks in Truro and New Glasgow.

For Arthur, a recurring foot callus was a warning sign he couldn’t feel. Discover how custom orthotics, therapeutic footwear, and daily foot checks helped him manage the risks of diabetic neuropathy, walk more comfortably, and maintain his independence.

At HealthWalks, we often assist patients who notice their feet changing shape over time. This condition is known as Adult Acquired Flatfoot. It occurs when a foot that once had a visible arch begins to flatten out, often leading to discomfort and mobility challenges. As pedorthists, we are experts in foot mechanics. We want to help you understand why this happens and what professional options are available to support your feet.

Here’s why taking the time to properly lace and unlace your shoes is well worth it.

The Achilles tendon is the thickest and strongest tendon in your entire body. It connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. You use it every time you walk, run, jump, or stand on your tiptoes. Because it does so much work, it can sometimes become sore and swollen. This is called Achilles tendonitis. This pain can be caused suddenly from an injury or a gradual build up of pain due to wear and tear or improperly fit footwear. At HealthWalks clinics, we help people understand

There are various health professionals you can choose to be assessed by in order to see if you would benefit from custom foot...

Today we saw a client who has been everywhere for her painful feet and ankles with no success. She has suffered since she had a major health condition in her youth. Our podiatrist mobilized both foot and ankle joints and as seen in the picture, did Tool Assisted Massage (TAM) to the muscles of the lower legs. When the client stood, she said, "This is the first time anyone has truly listened to my complaints and successfully looked after my pain." She was impressed with how qu

Surprisingly, there are a lot of reasons why people choose to live with painful feet rather than happy ones. Over 20 years as a...

Well, that depends on your perspective. For the thousands of people we've helped and keep coming back to us, they say they can't live...

Podiatry for people with diabetes is one of the most overlooked aspects of diabetes management. Many people with diabetes are unaware that they need to take special care of their feet and visit a podiatrist at least once a year to prevent problems. Why podiatry is so important to people with diabetes? Diabetes can cause nerve damage known as peripheral neuropathy. Diabetes affects the circulation, and poor circulation can affect how the body heals. People with diabetes are mo

A Pedorthist is an individual who is trained in the assessment, manufacture, fit and modification of foot orthotics and footwear for the purpose of alleviating painful or debilitating conditions. If a podiatrist, chiropractor, physiotherapist, occupational therapist want to specialize in orthotics, they can further their education in that field by studying to become a pedorthist. In Canada, a Pedorthic designation is the “gold standard” for assessing and distributing orthotic

How long do orthotics last? On average, two years is what we tell people. Our heavier clients who work 12-hour shifts may not get as...

Orthotics are a custom made foot bed designed specifically for your feet to correct bio-mechanical faults. They reposition your foot and...