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www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, April 19, 2012 · 24 Foot problems? You're not alone! J. Richard Werkman, Chiropodist Did you know that foot problems affect over half the population? Taking care of your feet is important to your general well-being. J. Richard Werkman knows this better than anyone. Rick is a Registered Chiropodist, who recently opened a new practice in his hometown of Oakville, at 1495 Cornwall Road, Suite 33. Rick's partner in life and practice, Vicki, agrees, "It is with a tremendous Advertorial START TODAY! 11 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville THE GYM NAUTILUS sense of pride that we return to our roots." What we do: The J. Richard Werkman, Chiropodist team provides comprehensive treatment and care for a variety of foot problems experienced by children, adults, seniors, diabetics, and athletes: · Corns, calluses, plantar warts · Thick or ingrown toenails · Heel, arch and general foot pain · Skin infections, foot ulcers and wounds · Nail surgery · Diabetic foot care and education ·Orthopaedic/therapeutic footwear · Custom made prescription orthotics ·SIGVARIS Medical Compression Stockings ·Magnetic Biostimulation with Infrared Ray Therapy Rick Werkman is a registered Chiropodist and licensed foot care specialist. Chiropodists are regulated health care providers trained in overall foot health and biomechanical/orthotic assessments. In addition to treating everyday foot needs, Chiropodists also assess structural abnormalities in the foot to determine the need for a custom orthotic device, orthopedic footwear or bracing. These deformities are not uncommon in those presenting with foot, hip and lower back pain. Who knew hip or lower back pain might be associated with the foot? When the foot cannot function normally during gait, the body must compensate in other ways to achieve locomotion, often resulting in painful symptoms. It is through the use of cus- tom orthotics that pain might be reduced or alleviated. But wait! There's more to a custom orthotic than meets the eye (or should we say foot). The knowledge and training of the individual treating you is directly related to the success of your treatment. That's why Rick and Vicki recommend that you see a member of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario for your foot health and orthotic needs. Learn more about orthotics by requesting a copy of "What You Need to Know About Orthotics." Background: Rick graduated at the top of his class in 1991 from the Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences. He is a member of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario and is certified in local anesthesia and nail surgery. Rick added to his degree through a Bachelor of Science Podiatric Medicine Program, where he studied research methods, with electives concentrating in the areas of podogerontology (study of senior's feet), podopharmacology (study of footrelated medications) and sports medicine. What Makes the J. Richard Werkman foot clinic Different? "It is the friendly family environment, broad range of knowledge, strong working relationships, and detailed patient follow-through that makes us unique," explains office manager, Vicki. We take pleasure welcoming new patients. A doctor's referral is not necessary. For more information on the clinic and the foot related conditions we treat visit www.werkman.ca or call 905-845-4817. Caring hands for happy feet! Heat stroke is a medical emergency Health Canada is reminding Canadians that heat stroke is a life-threatening condition. Call 911 immediately if you're with someone who has a high temperature and is either unconscious, confused or has stopped sweating. Move them to a cooler place, apply cold water to their skin and fan them until help arrives. Health Canada has more information at www.healthcanada.gc.ca./cc. www.newscanada.com Sore Feet, Sports Injury, Painful Ingrown Toenails? Plantar Warts? We can help! CALL FOR A FREE WORKOUT WITH A TRAINER. NAUTILUS · FREE WEIGHTS · CARDIO CALL 905-844-1610 VISIT WWW.THEGYMNAUTILUS.COM Exceptional footcare for all ages. · Routine footcare · Corns & calluses · Plantar warts · Heel/arch/foot pain · Diabetic footcare and education · Thick or ingrown nails · Nail surgery · Sports related foot problems & injuries · Custom made orthotics · Sigvaris® compression stockings · Evenings and saturday appointments available · New patients welcome! J. Richard Werkman CHIROPODIST Visit our website, subscribe to our Blog or call for an appointment. Ample Free parking. located on the north/west corner of maple grove dr. and cornwall rd. 1495 Cornwall Rd., Suite 33, Oakville T: 905-845-4817 www.werkman.ca