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March 20, 2020

 

New Clinic Location - West Kelowna

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To better serve the needs of residents in the West Kelowna area, we are pleased to announce another clinic location for foot care at:

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Pharmasave

Unit 9 - 2484 Main Street

West Kelowna, B.C.

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January 18, 2018

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New Clinic Location 

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We are pleased to announce a new clinic location! As of January 20, 2018 Orchard City Foot Care will be offering foot care clinics every Wednesday (by appointment) at:

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Pharmasave

Located at the corner of Gordon & Sutherland.

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WEEKLY FOOT CARE CLINICS (by appointment) are available at the following locations:

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   *  Pharmasave in West Kelowna

      #9 - 2484 Main Street 

      $45/half hour visit

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   *  Shopper's Drug Mart at 1972 Kane Road in 

      Glenmore every Thursday 

      $35/half hour visit

      NOTE: Due to Covid 19, this location

      is on hold temporarily.

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   *  Pharmasave at the corner of Gordon and 

       Sutherland every Wednesday​ 

       $35/half hour visit

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PRIVATE FOOT CARE appointments are also available in Kelowna and West Kelowna.

$60/one hour home visit

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See Contact page for details

Are you diabetic? The importance of regular foot care.

 

March 24, 2017

 

Foot care is an important part of diabetes management. People with diabetes are at increased risk for foot problems. High blood glucose can damage the nerves and blood vessels in your feet.

 

You can prevent serious foot problems by taking care of your feet and scheduling regular foot care appointments.

Did you know?

 

March 20, 2016

 

• 3 out of 4 people develop foot problems as they age

 

• Taking good care of your feet will help you maintain good balance, which can prevent slips and falls

 

• Signs of future health problems (diabetes, arthritis, poor circulation) can be evident on the feet

 

• Foot problems can differ between diabetics & non-diabetics

 

• Diabetes can cause damage to the nervous system, therefore people may not feel physical pain in or on their feet. Sores may develop as a result.

Professional Foot Care You Can Trust.

 

Janice Harding is an experienced licensed Registered Nurse with certification in Advanced Foot Care Nursing.

 

She is a member of CAFCN (Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses), and is registered with Veteran's Affairs. All services are tax deductible and may be covered by your extended medical plan.

 

Janice's experience and knowledge as a Registered Nurse is an important benefit in ensuring your feet are properly cared for. Don't trust your health to anything less.

Did You Know...

In a lifetime, the average person has walked a distance equal to 5 times around the earth. That's over 2 million steps!

 

Our feet are the foundation of our body and we depend upon them for support, balance and mobility. When our feet are a source of pain or discomfort it can affect our sense of wellbeing and general health.

 

Several foot and nail problems will benefit from regular professional nursing foot care.

Services Offered...

• Foot assessment/health history

 

• Diabetic foot care & education

 

• Nail clipping & filing

 

• Reduction & trimming of thick or fungal nails

 

• Corn & callus care

 

• Application of lotions/emollients

 

• Nail packing & padding

 

• Medical/podiatrist referrals