
Pes Cavus (High Arches): Symptoms, Complications, and Treatment Options
High arches (pes cavus) are a foot condition in which the arch sits significantly higher than normal, concentrating body weight on the heel and ball
At LMC Footcare, we understand that taking routine care of the skin and nails of your feet is about both looking good as well as ensuring your overall health and well-being.
Choosing LMC Footcare Professionals to care for your footcare needs affords you many advantages above and beyond what a salon can provide for the same cost.
While salon services may seem like an option, they often fall short in providing comprehensive and medically sound solutions for your foot health. Here’s why professional foot care is the superior choice:
Heel pain is a common issue that affects people of any age. The patients we see for treatment come in with various causes and symptoms. If heel pain is left untreated, it can develop into a chronic problem requiring longer recovery.
LMC Healthcare has one of the largest research divisions in North America, Centricity Research. Our Chiropodists (Footcare Specialists) have the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge foot health research and new treatment approaches.
While a referral is not required to see our Chiropodists, we keep your family physician informed every step of the way with assessment and treatment summaries.
You also never have to wait long for an appointment! We have eight easily accessible locations in Ontario. Brampton, Vaughan, Oakville, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Midtown Toronto, Barrie, Ottawa, with more coming soon.

High arches (pes cavus) are a foot condition in which the arch sits significantly higher than normal, concentrating body weight on the heel and ball

The location, timing, and character of the foot pain are the clearest indicators of what is actually causing it. Heel pain that is worst first

Foot pain is most commonly caused by biomechanical imbalances, overuse, poorly fitted footwear, or underlying health conditions that affect the structure and function of the

Not every runner needs custom orthotics, but they make a significant difference for those with biomechanical issues such as overpronation, flat feet, or high arches,

Custom orthotics can help manage hammer toes by correcting the underlying foot mechanics that contribute to the deformity, redistributing pressure away from the affected toes,

For most adults, custom orthotics manage flat feet rather than permanently correcting the underlying foot structure. They work by supporting the arch, redistributing pressure, and