Heel To Toes Footcare and Orthotic Centre
300 John St. #105 L3T 5W4 Thornhill, ON, Canada

Are you Diabetic? Do you get your feet checked annually? It is so important to get your feet checked annually by a foot specialist. Check out the statistics below! Book your appointment today! Call us at (905) 764-3668 ... https://www.podiatrytoday.com//calculating-benefits-annual

Until our toes start to throb with cold, we usually dont think much about our feet during the winter. It is probably the harshest season for them, which means giving them plenty of attention will keep them comfortable, warm, and healthy. Check this out! https://www.themountaineer.com//article_7a4ee11a-137e-11e9

Did you know that there is a right way to eat for optimal foot health! Check this out! http://legacy.aofas.org//How-to-Eat-Right-for-Your-Foot-He

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FUN FACT!! When were born, our feet are underdeveloped, which is why it takes time for arches to form.

Cold Weather Tips to Protect Your Feet and Ankles Foot 1. Wear the Right Shoes - Wintertime falls often result in an ankle sprain, or worse, a broken bone in the foot, ankle, heel or toe. I encourage patients to wear low-heeled shoes or boots with a traction sole to help prevent slipping. Equally important, wearing warm shoes or boots can protect a persons feet in frigid temperatures!!... 2. Keep Your Feet Dry - Damp feet can cause cold feet and can be just as harmful. 3. Get the Right Help - With all that can happen to the feet and ankles during the winter months, it is best to know what to do when faced with a condition or injury brought on by cold weather Come visit us at Heel to Toes for some more cold weather tips and tricks!

Having foot pain?? Need help identifying it? Check this out!... https://www.foot.com/foot-pain-identifier/

Check this out!! Did you know there is a proper way to cut your toenails!? Read below to find out!... https://www.menshealth.com//how-to-get-rid-of-an-ingrown-/

Happy New Year from all of us at Heel to Toes!Happy New Year from all of us at Heel to Toes!

On behalf of everyone at Heel to Toes Footcare and Orthotic Centre we wanted to wish everyone a happy holiday and a healthy new year!

Check out these tips and tricks for healthy holiday feet!

Did you know?? When were born, our feet are underdeveloped, which is why it takes time for arches to form.

Did you know!? A healthy diet can help manage chronic conditions that cause foot problems. Check this article out! https://www.everydayhealth.com//nutrition-and-your-feet.as

- Eighty-three percent of American adults experience regular foot pain, including pain caused by bunions, characterized by an unsightly bony protuberance that appears on the outside of your big toe joint - Most bunions are caused by genetics, ill-fitting shoes and/or faulty foot structure such as flat feet; the use of high heels has been attributed to the high incidence of bunions among women - While pain medications, cortisone shots and surgery are among the standard treatme...nt options, natural alternatives such as going barefoot more often, curcumin and foot exercises can provide relief and prevent further degeneration of your big toe joint https://fitness.mercola.com//nonsurgical-relief-for-bunion

You probably dont think about it, but a typical locker room is a nice little Caribbean vacation spot for germs. Its naturally warm and moist. You visit the gym to improve your health, not catch a bug!! But remember: Even though fungus and bacteria may lurk, you can avoid them fairly easily with some simple bug-busting tips. https://health-clevelandclinic-org.cdn.ampproject.org//a/

Did you know?? The bones in our feet dont finish hardening until 21 years of age!

Did you know! As much as 10 percent of the general population may suffer from plantar fasciitis, an inflammation of a connective tissue in your feet. Here is an interesting article on plantar fasciitis.... https://www.bostonglobe.com//cSeEupijM5jvhfnug/story.html

Do you have Diabetes? As the weather is getting colder and winter is around the corner it is important to take care of your feet. Here are some tips for winter foot care to people with Diabetes. https://www.everydayhealth.com//diabetes-smart-tips-for-/

10 Ways to Treat Ingrown Toenails https://www.everydayhealth.com//treating-ingrown-toenails.

The Aches and Pains of Pregnancy on Your Feet https://www.everydayhealth.com/foo/foot-pain-pregnancy.aspx

10 Tips to Prevent Swollen Feet During Air Travel https://www.everydayhealth.com//prevent-swollen-feet-durin

Foot Anatomy: Your Amazing Feet https://www.everydayhealth.com/fo/common-foot-problems.aspx

Foot-Strengthening Exercises to Fight Pain https://www.everydayhealth.com//foot-strengthening-exercis

Get the Facts on Foot Ulcers https://www.everydayhealth.com//get-the-facts-on-foot-ulce

8 Foot Exercises for Bunions https://www.everydayhealth.com//8-foot-exercises-for-bunio

8 Risk Factors for Toenail Fungal Infections https://www.everydayhealth.com//risk-factors-for-toenail-/

Toe Deformities Should Be Treated Early: Experts https://www.everydayhealth.com//toe-deformities-should-be-

Almost time to go back to school!! We would love to share Top 10 Tips for Treating Childrens Feet https://www.everydayhealth.com//treating-childrens-feet.as

Pregnancy and Swollen Feet https://www.everydayhealth.com//pregnancy-and-swollen-feet

What Causes Cracked Heels? https://www.everydayhealth.com/foot-heal/cracked-heels.aspx

11 Tips to Protect Your Feet and Legs if You Have Diabetes https://www.everydayhealth.com//11-tips-for-good-diabetes-

7 Funky Feet Facts https://www.everydayhealth.com/foot-/funky-feet-facts.aspx

Meet our Staff at Heel to Toes DEBORAH L. COHEN-BENUDIZ B.SC., D.Ch. (Owner) Deborah L. Cohen-Benudiz, founder of the Heel To Toes clinic in Thornhill, obtained a Hons. BSc. in Microbiology and Human Biology at University of Toronto in 1989. Deborah went on to study Chiropody at the Michener Institute of Applied Sciences where she obtained a 3-year diploma in Chiropody in 1992. From 1992-2009, Deborah held the position of Senior Staff Chiropodist at Baycrest Centre for Geriat...ric Care in Toronto. In 2009 Deborah officially opened up Heel To Toes Footcare and Orthotics Clinic where she practices her full scope of practice. NICOLE (Nikki) BIELAS B.ASc., D.Ch. (Associate) Nikki Bielas is a Chiropodist at Heel to Toes clinic in Thornhill. Nikki completed her Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology with a Diploma in Health and Fitness Promotion at the University of Guelph-Humber. Nikki decided to further her education at the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences at UHN in Chiropody. Throughout her time at Michener, Nikki has gained clinical experience at the Newmarket Foot Centre, St. Anne Johnston Health Station and the Michener Chiropody Clinic. Nikki is dedicated to providing quality foot care, individualized treatment plans and working closely with patients to provide extensive information about their concerns or issues. Some of her specific podiatric interests include: biomechanics, sports injuries, diabetic education and foot care. FELICIA GOVE (Patient Coordinator)