Healthy Steps Pedorthic Clinic - Derek Gilmer & Richard May

Custom Orthotics in Nepean, Ontario

At Healthy Steps, we are committed in helping you put the right foot forward. Our goal: to alleviate any pain or discomfort you may have in your feet or lower limbs.

LET HEALTHY STEPS PUT THE BOUNCE BACK INTO YOUR STEP. MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY.
 

Our Team:

Derek Gilmer

Certified Pedorthist and Owner of Healthy Steps.

Derek is a certified pedorthist exclusively trained in the assessment, design, manufacture, fit and modification of custom made orthoses (also called orthotics) and footwear in order to alleviate and manage pain, discomfort and disabilities in the legs and feet.

Derek Gilmer is qualified throught the following associations:

• Certified Member of the College of Pedorthics of Canada
• Canadian Certified Pedorthist
• Canadian Certified Pedorthic Technician
• Completed Graduate Program in Pedorthics, The University of Western Ontario
• Honors Degree in Kinesiology, UWO
• Specialized in Biomechanics and Hand Crafted Foot Orthoses

Richard May

Certified Pedorthist of Healthy Steps.

Richard is a certified pedorthist exclusively trained in the assessment, design, manufacture, fit and modification of custom made orthoses (also called orthotics) and footwear in order to alleviate and manage pain, discomfort and disabilities in the legs and feet.

Richard is qualified throught the following associations:

• Certified Member of the College of Pedorthics of Canada
• Canadian Certified Pedorthist
• Canadian Certified Pedorthic Technician
• Completed Courses in Biomechanics, University of Manitoba
• Special interests include X-C Ski Skate and spinning instructor, Duatholons, Marathons

OUR SERVICES

At Healthy Steps, we are committed in helping you put the right foot forward.
Our goal: to alleviate any pain or discomfort you may have in your feet or lower limbs.

At Healthy Steps in Ottawa we offer the following services:

• Biomechanical Assessments
• Gait Analysis
• Custom-Made Foot Orthoses
• Specialty Orthoses — Skate, Ski, etc.
• Stretching and Rehab Advice
• Foot Care Education
• Footwear Analysis and Education
• Over-the-Counter Devices
• Footwear Modifications — Lifts, Rocker Soles, etc.
• Custom-Made Orthopedic Footwear

FOOT CARE

At Healthy Steps we provide gentle and effective methods of treatment in regards to all foot and lower limb conditions.

Some of the common conditions we treat include:

• Plantar Fasciitis and other forms of heel pain
• Metatarsalgia (pain at ball of foot)
• Sports Injuries
• Diabetes – Off-Loading
• Osteoarthritis – Foot, Ankle, or Knee
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Tendon Disorders
• Patello-Femoral Syndrome
• Hallux Rigidus
• Bunions and Bunionettes

These conditions can be effectively treated or managed with proper fitting footwear, stretching, and when necessary orthotic therapy.

Custom-made foot orthotics are prescribed by your physician when abnormal structures exist and are designed to treat the root of your symptoms. This type of orthotic can only be made from a 3D cast of the foot and is the most effective in providing long-term relief.

At Healthy Steps we are able to specifically design and build each orthotic from appropriate methods and materials depending on the pathology and needs of the patient.

At Healthy Steps we believe the best way to manage your symptoms is to provide on-going follow-up and education. If you require additional care we will direct you to the appropriate professional.

FOOTWEAR

Wearing the right type of shoes will significantly help reduce the risk of injury and will help you to recover faster from injuries. Shoes are made in many different shapes and sizes and so are feet, the science is selecting the appropriate footwear to match your foot-type, biomechanics and lifestyle.

At Healthy Steps we take the time to educate you about your foot-type and individual biomechanics.
The goal is to provide you with the tools necessary to select healthy footwear.

In special cases when clients are unable to fit stock footwear, custom-made footwear can be prescribed by your physician. A biomechanical assessment is performed, your feet are casted using a three dimensional technique and your footwear is made from raw materials.

Most conditions are treated with well-crafted orthotics and proper fitting footwear.

MANUFACTURING FACILITIES

At Healthy Steps we own and operate our own manufacturing facility on-site at our main clinic. This added advantage provides patients with fast turnaround times and unmatched quality control. At Healthy Steps we are able to specifically design and build each orthotic from appropriate methods and materials depending on the pathology and needs of the patient.