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WHAT IS CHIROPODY?
Chiropody (foot care) is a branch of medicine that focuses on the assessment and treatment of foot-related ailments. Treatment is achieved through medical, surgical, orthotic and palliative interventions.
WHAT IS A CHIROPODIST?
Chiropodists (foot specialists) are primary care professionals who specialize in the assessment, management and prevention of dysfunctions, disorders and diseases of the foot. They are exclusively trained and regulated by the province of Ontario to provide foot healthcare and orthotics.
Foot Care Services and Custom Orthotics Clinic
Foot care services and custom orthotics in Toronto’s Christie Pits and Dufferin Grove neighbourhoods.Â
Our experienced team offers premium foot care and customized orthotics for your feet.Â
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Improve Your Foot Health
Our chiropodist is ready to help you get back on your feet. During your appointment, you will receive a personalized management and treatment plan for your unique foot issue. You will be educated about your foot problem and will be given multiple treatment options to choose from.
Experienced Chiropodist
Clinical experience includes treating patients in Women's College Hospital, Toronto Rehab, Rexdale Community Health Centre, retirement residences, long-term care facilities and private practice.
Located Near You
Bloor Foot Care & Orthotics (Christie) is located on Bloor St. between Ossington Station and Christie Station, across from Christie Pits Park.
Bloor Foot Care & Orthotics (Dufferin) is located on Bloor St. one block east of Dufferin station.
Both locations are easily accessible by TTC or car.
Accessible to All
A ramp and elevator is available for ease of access for patients that require it at our Christie location while our Dufferin location is street level and easily accessible.
Services
Helping you put your best foot forward with our extensive list of treatment options.
Diabetic Foot & Wound Care
Throughly trained and educated on diabetic foot management and wound care treatment of high risk patients.
Custom Foot Orthotics
Custom orthotics to manage and treat pain in the toes, arch, heel, ankle, knee, hip, and/or lower back.
Toenail & Skin Treatment
Simple and quick treatment of elongated toenails, ingrown toenails, callus, corns, fungus, warts and other infections.
Injections & Surgeries
Local anesthetic injections, corticosteroid injections and soft tissue surgeries for relief of stubborn foot problems and severe pain.
Toenail Reconstruction
Diseased, damaged or broken nails can be rebuilt using NEC©, a method which uses a special composite to restore the natural appearance of your nails.
Compression Stockings
Compression stockings are specially designed to apply pressure to your lower legs, helping to maintain blood flow and reduce discomfort and swelling.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates the body's natural healing process to relieve pain and promote healing of injured tendons, ligaments, and other soft tissues.
Foot Mobilization Therapy
Foot mobilization is a manual therapy technique used to modulate and treat foot pain caused by joint tension, muscle strain, stressed ligaments and limited range of motion.
Common Foot Problems
Whether the problem is on the foot, in the foot, or connected to the foot, a chiropodist can help!
Corns
Thickened skin with a core caused by excessive amounts of pressure and torsional forces.
Callus
Thickened skin with diffuse edges caused by excessive amounts of force.
Athlete's Foot
Red and itchy skin fissures and/or scales on the foot or in between the toes caused by a fungal infection.
Bunions
Protrusion of the big toe joint caused by abnormal gait, genetics, narrow footwear or trauma.
Plantar Fasciitis
Pain in the arch and/or heels caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia.
Achilles Tendonitis
Inflammation of the Achilles tendon caused by repetitive or intense strain.
Ingrown Toenail
Curvature of the sides of the toenail(s) growing into the skin caused by improper cutting, tight footwear, trauma or genetics.
Warts
Abnormal skin growth caused by human papilloma virus (HPV).
Morton's Neuroma
Sharp pain in between the 3rd and 4th toe caused by inflammation of the digital nerve.
Sesamoiditis
Inflammation of the sesamoids caused by trauma or overuse injury.
Fungal Toenails
Discolouration, thickening, and/or crumbling of the toenails caused by a fungal infection.
Thick Toenails
Thickening of the toenails caused by trauma or a fungal infection.
Metatarsalgia
Pain in the ball of the foot caused by excessive pressure on the ball of the foot.
Venous Insufficiency
Tired legs, swelling, spider veins, and varicose veins caused by dysfunctional veins.
Toe Deformities
Hammer toes, mallet toes, claw toes and retracted toes caused by abnormal gait and improper footwear.
Flat Feet
Arches of the feet are lower than usual caused by genetics, injury, or wear-and-tear stresses.
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Hours of Operation
CHRISTIE
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
DUFFERIN
Monday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Address
CHRISTIE: 799 Bloor St W - Lower Level
DUFFERIN: 1078 Bloor St W - inside Main Drug Mart
Phone
(647) 532-3668
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chiropodists and Podiatrists are the only recognized and regulated foot specialists in Ontario. Moreover, Chiropodists and Podiatrists are the only regulated health professionals in Ontario whose legislated scope of practice includes the provision of orthotics. The main difference between the two is where they were trained and educated.
Chiropodists represent the largest number of foot specialists in Ontario. Currently, there are 600 Chiropodists and 60 Podiatrists in Ontario.
Practitioners in the US, or those who came to Ontario before 1993, are referred to as Podiatrists while those who came after 1993 or are educated in Ontario are called Chiropodists.
(Ontario Society of Chiropodists, 2023.)
No, a doctor’s referral is not required to see a chiropodist.
Unfortunately, OHIP does not cover chiropody services; however, chiropody services may be covered by most third party insurance providers, extended healthcare plans, Veteran’ Affairs, and/or can be used for income tax health deduction purposes.
Most insurance companies cover chiropody/podiatry services. Please contact your insurance company for your plan details.
NOTE: Custom orthotics are usually a separate category from chiropody/podiatry services.
Yes, the clinic can assist patients with submitting their claims online. Bring your private insurance card or provide the clinic with the following information: (1) Policy/Group number, and (2) Member ID/Certificate number.
NOTE: Some private insurance companies will not allow direct billing for certain services and products (e.g. custom orthotics). In this case, the clinic will provide the patient with the necessary documentation for the patient to submit themselves.
Yes, a chiropodist can help! The feet, ankles, knees, hips and lower back work together so that you can walk, run and jump. Hence, ankle, knee, hip and lower back problems can arise when the feet are not functioning properly. By managing and treating the feet, a chiropodist may be able to indirectly treat the ankles, knees, hips and lower back.
Yes, chiropodists and podiatrists are the only regulated health professionals in Ontario whose legislated scope of practice includes the provision of orthotics.
Custom made foot orthotics are an integral part of patient care in the management of foot pathologies and are used to improve gait and to alleviate pain and discomfort from abnormal foot function or structure.
(Ontario Society of Chiropodists, 2023.)
Most insurance companies will allow chiropodists to prescribe custom orthotics. Please check your insurance company for details.
When you book an appointment for custom orthotics, the chiropodist will perform a biomechanical assessment and gait analysis to determine the specifications of your custom orthotics. Once the custom orthotics are ready, you will schedule an appointment to have the custom orthotics dispensed to you. If required, the chiropodist will provide all the documentation needed for you to submit for reimbursement by your insurance plan.
Although chiropodists can prescribe you medical-grade compression stockings, most insurance companies will only accept a physician/doctor’s prescription in order for you to be reimbursed by your insurance plan.
The best time to be measured for compression stockings is earlier during the day due to the minimal amount of swelling as opposed to the end of the day. Book your appointment earlier in the day for measurement of compression stockings for better outcomes.