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• posted: Jul. 25, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist

Hamilton Foot Care is humbled and honoured to be nominated in four categories in this year's awards: Best Foot Care ClinicBest Orthotic ServicesBest Chiropodist (Corey Bess)Best Foot Care Specialist (Corey Bess)Thank Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Footwear

Choosing the right footwear is crucial for overall health and well-being. Proper footwear supports your feet, improves posture, prevents injuries, and enhances comfort in daily activities. Your feet have specific Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Foot Care

As we age, our feet undergo various changes that can affect mobility and overall health. Older feet start to have specific needs and will require additional care. Proper foot care Read More

• posted: Jun. 28, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails are a common and painful condition in which the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin. When dealing with an ingrown toenail, it’s essential to recognize Read More

• posted: Jun. 14, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Podiatry Check-Ups,  Podiatry

You know that it’s important to visit your doctor regularly, but you may not realize that the same goes for visiting your podiatrist. Regular podiatry check-ups are essential for maintaining Read More

• posted: Jun. 04, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Bunions,  Plantar Fasciitis,  Corns,  Calluses,  Ingrown toenails,  Foot Conditions,  Fungal Infections,  Chiropodists,  Neuromas,  Pinched Nerves

Foot conditions can range from minor discomfort to debilitating pain, affecting mobility and overall well-being. Issues like bunions, plantar fasciitis, and ingrown toenails can disrupt daily life. Severity varies, with Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Foot Care,  Foot Health

Do you ever stop to think about your feet? Those unsung heroes carry us through our daily lives, enduring endless steps and supporting our weight without complaint. Yet, when prioritizing Read More

• posted: May 14, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Bunions,  Hammertoes,  Plantar fasciitis,  Podiatric Surgery

When foot and ankle problems persist despite conservative treatments, podiatric surgery may be the only path to relief and improved mobility. Foot and ankle surgery is usually a last resort Read More

• posted: May 01, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Athlete's Foot,  Podiatrist,  Fungal Infections

Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, particularly between the toes. It's a condition that can cause discomfort and inconvenience, but with proper Read More

• posted: Apr. 29, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Diabetic Foot,  Diabetic Foot Care,  Foot Exams,  Diabetic Patients

Diabetes is a pervasive health issue of global proportions - affecting millions of individuals worldwide. Diabetes impacts the body in various ways, with complications that often include your feet. While Read More

• posted: Apr. 10, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Diabetic Foot,  Diabetic Foot Care

When you’re dealing with diabetes, you may understand that one of the most important things you can do is care for your feet. For individuals living with diabetes, proper foot Read More

• posted: Apr. 08, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Podiatrist

It's much too common for people to only visit their podiatrist once they are experiencing discomfort or pain. But you depend on your feet too much to put off caring Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2024
• Corey Bess, B.Sc, DPM, Chiropodist
• Ingrown Toenail

Ingrown toenails are painful and ugly. They can make it difficult to put on shoes, to stand, and to walk without pain. An ingrown toenail can decrease your mobility. Your Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2024
• Irving M. Luftig, BSC, DPM
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis

If you are experiencing stabbing, aching heel pain on the side of your foot, or running across your heel, you could have a very common condition known as plantar fasciitis. Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2024
• Irving M. Luftig, BSC, DPM
• Heel Pain

Your heels are nature’s shock absorbers, providing a cushion for standing, walking, and running. If you’ve ever experienced heel pain, you already know how it can impact your life. The Read More

• posted: Feb. 12, 2024
• Irving M. Luftig, BSC, DPM
• Ankle Fractures,  Foot Fractures

Foot and ankle fractures are a common problem, especially as you get older. Bones become more brittle, and you are less flexible than you once were. Foot and ankle fractures Read More