Diabetic Foot Care: Why Regular Professional Foot Care Matters

Diabetic Foot Care Why Regular Professional Foot Care Matters

Foot care is an important part of overall health for people living with diabetes. Changes caused by diabetes can affect sensation, circulation, skin integrity, and nail growth, making the feet more vulnerable to injury and infection. Because of these factors, regular professional foot care plays a preventative and supportive role in maintaining foot health.

What Can I Do to Keep My Feet Healthy?

What Can I Do to Keep My Feet Healthy

Your feet support your entire body, absorb impact with every step, and play a critical role in balance and mobility. Yet they are often one of the most neglected parts of the body. According to podiatric health data, most foot problems are preventable with proper daily care, appropriate footwear, and early intervention.

What Is the Best Foot Care Routine?

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A proper foot care routine is one of the most effective ways to maintain mobility, prevent pain, and reduce the risk of common foot problems. In Canada, where climate, footwear, and lifestyle place unique stress on the feet, a consistent and medically informed approach to foot care is essential.

How to Become a Foot Care Nurse in Canada (Step-by-Step Guide)

How to Become a Foot Care Nurse in Canada (Step-by-Step Guide)

Foot care nursing is one of the most practical, in-demand, and rewarding directions a nurse can take—especially if you want a blend of clinical skill, patient relationships, autonomy, and the option to build a flexible career (including private practice). In Canada, foot care nurses support clients across the lifespan, but the biggest need is often among older adults, people living with diabetes, individuals with mobility limitations, and anyone experiencing chronic foot pain, nail disorders, circulation concerns, or skin integrity issues.
This guide breaks down what foot care nursing is, what you’re allowed to do (and what you’re not), the education and training pathway, the clinical skills you’ll need, and how to set yourself up for success—whether you plan to work for an employer or build a foot care nursing business.

Clarity in Foot Care Nursing Education: What Nurses Deserve to Know

Clarity in Foot Care Nursing Education: What Nurses Deserve to Know

The field of foot care nursing continues to grow across Canada, creating exciting opportunities for nurses who want to expand their skills and support patients with specialized care needs. With more education options available than ever, clarity has become essential. Nurses deserve accurate, transparent information when choosing where to invest their time and training.

Why Prevention Is the Heart of Foot Health: Insights From 14 Years of Clinical Care

Why Prevention Is the Heart of Foot Health Insights From 14 Years of Clinical Care

When it comes to your health, your feet rarely get the attention they deserve. Yet they carry you through every stage of life, support your mobility, and often give early clues about your overall wellbeing. After more than 14 years in foot health, Janice Boudreaux, CEO of Advanced Foot Care Nurse & Wellness Centre, has seen one powerful truth repeat itself again and again: prevention is everything.