Sports Podiatry & Active Foot Care
When foot or ankle pain gets in the way of your sport, your training, or your everyday activity, Northern Ontario Foot & Ankle Clinic can help you understand what is going on and what your options are.
John Lanthier, Podiatrist, DPM (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine), diagnoses, assesses, and treats foot and ankle conditions in athletes of all ages. That includes everyone, whether you are an elite athlete, a participant in school sports or community leagues, or someone maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Your visit begins with an assessment of your feet, how you move, and what your activity demands. Your podiatrist then discusses treatment options with you, based on your condition and your goals. For younger patients, parents and guardians are an essential part of that conversation.
Conditions commonly seen in athletes and active people
- Heel pain, including plantar fasciitis (irritation of the band of tissue along the bottom of the foot)
- Arch pain or strain
- Achilles tendonitis (pain at the back of the heel)
- Other tendon pain in the foot and ankle
- Ankle sprains and other sports injuries
- Shin splints
- Stress fractures (small cracks in a bone caused by repeated impact)
- Arthritis in the foot and ankle
- Blisters, corns and calluses
- Ingrown toenails
- Athlete’s foot (a fungal skin infection)
Footwear and prevention
Well-fitting footwear that suits your activity can help reduce strain on your feet and ankles.
Growing feet can change size quickly, so it is worth checking the fit of skates, cleats and running shoes often.
To book an appointment, contact Northern Ontario Foot & Ankle Clinic.