East Toronto Orthopaedic & Sports Injury Clinic and Trilogy Physiotherapy have partnered in order to provide you with the experienced and skilled care you deserve.
A chiropodist has many skills and techniques that help patients eliminate foot pain, gain mobility, and maintain healthy feet. They are educated exclusively in the assessment and treatment of foot disorders.
Many wonder what the difference is between a chiropodist and podiatrist?
Essentially, both chiropodists and podiatrists are foot doctors who treat foot problems and maintain a healthy foot. In Ontario there is no difference between the two.
What Do We Treat?
Chiropodists are regulated, primary care practitioners that play a key role in the health of children, adults and seniors across Ontario.
Our registered Chiropodist in Toronto is qualified to diagnose and treat arthritis, diabetes, nails, and sports injuries. Biomechanical assessments and orthotics are also part of our training. As well as helping people of all ages, we play an important role in keeping older people independent and mobile.
Visiting a chiropodist or podiatrist regularly can prevent many foot problems, and can diagnose and treat potentially painful conditions at their earliest stage, thereby preventing unnecessary suffering. Comfort, pain relief, and maintaining mobility can be achieved through many approaches done with chiropody services.
More than 80% of the population will suffer a foot problem in their lifetime, according to studies.
If you are one of the many people who suffer from any of the common foot conditions like calluses, corns, plantar fasciitis, warts, bunions or ingrown toenails, a visit with one of our registered Chiropodists in Toronto may be just what you need.
Some foot conditions our Chiropodist in Toronto can help you with are:
Chiropody treatment will vary for each patient and their main concern. Treatment might involve one or several of the following: use of sterilized instruments to gently trim nails and callus, footwear education, stretching & strengthening exercises, manual therapy, custom orthotics, prescription of topical or oral medication, discussion of surgical intervention
What is chiropody?
Chiropody is a branch of medicine specializing in the assessment, treatment and management of the foot. Chiropodists are regulated primary health care practitioners that play a key role in Ontario’s health care team.
Can chiropody treat plantar fasciitis?
Yes! Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterized by heel pain with first few steps in the morning. Treatment can include ice, topical or oral anti-inflammatory medication, footwear advice, stretching, manual therapy, shockwave therapy, steroid injection and custom orthotics.
What is the difference between a chiropodist and a podiatrist in Canada?
Chiropodists and podiatrists are the only regulated foot specialists in Ontario. The main difference is where the practitioner was trained and educated. All foot specialists who are trained or worked in Ontario after 1993 are called Chiropodists.
Why would you see a chiropodist?
You might see a chiropodist for a number of foot related concerns. Some examples include but are not limited to: foot pain, ingrown toe nails, bunions, flat feet, high arches, plantar fasciitis, calluses, corns, warts, custom foot orthotics, medical grade compression stockings.
What should I expect at my first chiropody appointment?
During your first appointment, you can expect to fill in a medical history and consent form. A thorough foot assessment will be performed and a discussion of your condition and treatment options will follow. Please bring any old orthotics, frequently worn shoes and a list of your medications.
How long is a chiropody appointment?
A chiropody appointment can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour based on what treatment you are receiving.
This is a great place to take your classes or exercise therapy. I was there for the GLA:D exercise programme led by Sarah Phillips. She was clear, concise and encouraging when needed. The reception staff are friendly and professional. All in all, a very good experience and convenient location too.
Tahira Gonsalves
2024-12-09
Trevor was great! He provided detailed information (which I asked for 😀) to understand my injury (damaged ligaments on my foot), and provided a very reasonable and doable exercise/physio regimen, which he adjusted as my recovery progressed. Staff at the clinic are also lovely! Thank you!
Cindy Tavener
2024-12-09
Great place -Everyone from front desk to my physio Nikhil very focused on my needs.
Nikhil was also a great listener we made a care plan and both reviewed my progress as i healed he was also open to my suggestions.I will be happy to return if /when injured again.
Baran Akpınar
2024-11-29
I had the pleasure of working with Sarah Phillips through my recovery from a torn Achilles. She kept me informed at every stage, explained what to expect, and adjusted my therapy to overcome any challenges. Thanks to her expertise, I made consistent progress and had an excellent overall recovery at the end.
Beyond her skill, Sarah’s warm and friendly personality made every session enjoyable and motivating. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of expert, compassionate physiotherapy care.
Michelle Hachey
2024-11-06
My good friend recommended me to the Dr. was very honest and very helpful in telling me what to go going forward. Gave me exercises to do at home. How to handle stairs with less pain.
Would highly recommend him if you are in pain of any kind. Very helpful and near public transit.
Naeem Toronto
2024-11-02
I am going to participate in program from Monday,Nov 03,2024
Elaine Gergolas
2024-10-26
I booked a series of appointments to try and establish a good therapeutic schedule and after the first one the therapist insisted I come back to see her earlier than planned - which I did... booking a 45 minute follow-up that turned into a distracted 20 minutes of her note taking... they did adjust the billing to reflect a 30 minute session but it was not an auspicious start.
Then I received a garbled voicemail that seemed to cancel my third appointment - which I had booked a month in advance. It blamed the error on someone at the clinic who forgot to update the schedule... but both my follow-ups to confirm / reschedule were completely ignored.
Consider another company or at least another location...
VR S
2024-10-18
the staff is just awesome, I was having pain in my shoulder which few other places were not able to figure out, Danny spotted the cause and fixed the problem. I am thankful to him and East Toronto Orthopaedic staff from the bottom of my heart
