Searching for your favourite foot clinic? Look no further, Stoney Creek & Hamilton Orthotic Centres are now part of the Premier Footworks group! Premier Footworks is a unified brand of full service foot clinics serving the Golden Horseshoe area.
Premier Footworks offers foot care services including plantar fasciitis, bunion, heel pain, and foot pain treatment. Our team of chiropodists also offer orthotic and compression sock solutions.
Stoney Creek Orthotic Centre
410 Hwy #8
Stoney Creek, Ontario
L8G 1G2
Hamilton Orthotic Centre
1050 Upper James Street
Hamilton, Ontario
L9C 3A9
Plantar Fasciitis and bunions are common foot injuries that chiropodists deal with on a regular basis. Plantar fasciitis is a very common injury that occurs from overuse of the foot, more specifically heel. People typically experience a “stabbing” heel pain in their foot, which can be triggered by long bouts of standing. Heel pain treatment typically consists of stretching, exercises, footwear, and topical medications.
The bunion – or hallux valgus – is a condition that affects the bones and joints associated with the big toe. It is one of the most common deformities of the forefoot. Orthotics can sometimes slow the progression by addressing the instability which causes the deformity, but they cannot reduce the deformity. Premier Footworks recommends the use of orthotics, specialty footwear, and referral for surgical intervention.
Our chiropodists can treat foot pain by prescribing you custom orthotics. A custom orthotic can treat foot problems such as plantar fasciitis, tendinitis, and general foot and heel pain. Our chiropodists can provide you with a detailed assessment today!
Currently in Ontario, there is no significant difference between a chiropodist and a podiatrist. They are both regulated under the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. The difference in title signifies which country their degree was obtained. A chiropodist is a primary health care provider trained exclusively in the assessment and treatment of foot conditions. No prescription or referral is needed to visit a chiropodist.
Compression therapy lies on a simple and efficient mechanical principle: the application of an elastic garment around the leg.
By compressing the limb with graduated compression – strongest at the ankle and decreasing going up the leg – the compression sock helps the venous return, decreases venous pressure, and efficiently relieves aching and heavy legs by aiding the body in moving blood up the leg against the pull of gravity.
Premier offers many different kinds of compression socks as well as complimentary fittings. Drop in for a fitting but don’t forget your prescription (from a medical doctor) if you are getting compression socks 20-30 mmHg or higher.
