Ingrown Toenails

by | Nov 13, 2018 | Healthy Feet

Ingrown Toenails

by Dr. Jason Gurevitch and Dr. Darryl Gurevitch, Podiatrists at the Associate Foot Specialists Clinic, Calgary

Do you suffer with ingrown toenails?

Ingrown toenails are nails that grow into surrounding skin on the toe. They can cause pain, inflammation and possible infection of the toe. This can be a particularly serious condition for people with impaired circulation, diabetes, or other systemic diseases, and can be just plain painful to the general population.

Our office commonly provides two types of ingrown toenail procedures. Click HERE for more information.

Custom Orthotics in Calgary

by | Jul 17, 2018 | Custom Orthotics

Custom Orthotics in Calgary

by Dr. Jason Gurevitch and Dr. Darryl Gurevitch, Podiatrists at the Associate Foot Specialists Clinic, Calgary

At Associate Foot Specialists Clinic, we create custom made foot Orthotics in Calgary.

Prescription foot orthotics are custom-made shoe inserts created for the individual wearer.

They are medical devices designed to correct biomechanical imbalances, allowing for normal function and alignment of the foot. An orthotic is designed to control the mechanics of the foot to a precise degree – from the heel contact phase of walking through the midstance and toe-off phases.

Orthotics help to alleviate and control a number of foot problems, including heel and arch pain, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, bunions, posterior tendonitis, shin splints, metatarsalgia and neuromas to name a few. Their use is often prescribed as a highly successful, practical and conservative approach to many foot problems.

Diabetic Foot Care Tips

by | Apr 19, 2018 | Diabetic Foot Care, Healthy Feet

DIABETIC FOOT CARE

by Dr. Jason Gurevitch and Dr. Darryl Gurevitch, Podiatrists at the Associate Foot Specialists Clinic, Calgary

Things you can do to care for your feet if you are diabetic.

  • Carefully inspect your feet in the morning and evening. Have a family member assist you, if needed.
  • See your podiatrist regularly and have your feet examined at each visit.
  • Wear shoes that are properly fitted and comfortable.
  • Each time you put on your shoes, shake them out and check inside for rough lining or foreign objects.
  • Avoid walking barefoot. Closed shoes are best.
  • Look for changes in skin colour or elevated skin temperature.
  • Avoid cuts and skin irritation.
  • Wash your feet every day and dry them carefully, especially between your toes.
  • Avoid extreme temperatures. Test bath water with your elbow.
  • Avoid tape on your skin; however, if this is not possible use paper tape.
  • When trimming your toenails, cut straight across. Do not leave spikes.
  • Avoid smoking!!! It restricts blood flow to your feet.

More information HERE.