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For many people, going bare foot is one of the true pleasures of life. Yet all too often, foot problems are the root of considerable pain that can affect your lifestyle and even the simple act of walking. The Occupational Therapy (OT) Department of Georgetown and District Memorial Hospital, and Women’s College Hospital Mobile Foot Clinic, have teamed up to offer the com- munity a number of foot Vas, an Occupational Therapist at Georgetown hospital, was instrumental in bringing this Foot Clinic to the communi- ty. “Earlier in my career, worked with the Arthritis Society and treated many patients suffering from seri- ous foot problems. During the course of my treatment, I would often refer patients to the Women’s College Hospital Foot Clinic. “Since joining Georgetown hospital, I have continued to take advantage of the expertise of Women’s Clinic at Georgetown hospital ‘is available to patients on a physician-referral basis, and involves a pre-clinic assess- ment to determine the patient’s particular problem. Educational materials on footwear are also provided to patients. Lifestyles, including extra-curricular activities Wastewise Foot care advice available at GDMH are reviewed, complemented by a physical examination to determine what areas are impacted by foot problems. Symptoms may range from painful feet, foot deformities and poorly-aligned toes, to unequal leg length or gait problems. Once the assessment is completed, an appointment is then made to attend the -next Mobile Foot Clinic, generally held every six weeks. While the majority of patients treated by the OT Department are elderly, Hazel is also seeing an increase in younger active adults which she attributes to their increasing aware- ness of the need for support- ive footwear. The Mobile Foot Clinic enables patients to select which footwear which will best meet their needs. Supportive footwear no longer look like standard army issue. Today, there is a variety of comfortable footwear such as sandals, dress shoes, slippers, athlet- ic shoes and extra-deep orthopedic footwear — tak- ing into consideration aes- thetics and function,” says Vv: az. There are shoes to fit almost any foot —-ranging from 4 to 12, and width styles from AA to BEE. Sh i i Halton Hills. This Week, Wednesday, July 7, 1993 — Page 7 the Mobile Clinic,” Vaz adds. “The focus is the assessment and educational process to enable patients to make appropriate choices in their footwear.” Shoes, orthotics and foot care products from the clinic are not covered by OHIP. However, patients may claim the products on their extended health care or other insurance plans. For more information on the Mobile Foot Care Clinic offered at Georgetown Hospital, contact the OT Department at 873-0111, xt. 112. Z CARIBBEAN C FROM i 3U8 INCLUDING AIR You can sail for 7 days aboard one of the magnificent ships of out Five-star’ fleet to four ports and more in the Eastern or Western Caribbean from $1,351* (including airfare). That's a savings of 25% to 43%, depending on your sailing date. Or, enjoy 10 indulgent days in the Southern Caribbean, visit six ports, and pay as little as $1,937.* No wonder we've been named the "Best Cruise Value." Imagine... the sun-drenched beaches of the Caribbean...a relaxed pace...gourmet cuisine...world-class service. Call your travel agent today! A TRADITION OF in EXCELLENCE® * Pri per person, doubl P port ges extra. Some restrictions apply. Offer ends 7/30 +As rated by both Fieldings and Ocean & Cruise News, 1992. Little One happy in 100% Ships’ Registry. Netherlands Antilles, Bahamas. Cotton professionally cleaned Daensieciwad || Sa ROOS TRAVEL oe f such as commercial/custom orthotics support problem feet through better align- ent. “Our patients are not under any obligation to pur- chase the products through per week! 232 Guelph St., Georgetown "|| 873-2000 aids tot raring penis. Call for more information: 877-0950 | Emerald Isle Bedroom Gallery AND SPAS-AR-US MATTRESS SALE Smooth Top single F1000 5 yr warranty F2000 10 yr warranty MYSTIQUE 25 yr warranty FRE FRE MAT - 99.00 SET - 129.00 SINGLE MAT. - 149.00 SET - 199.00 SINGLE MAT. - 169.00 SET - 219.00 SINGLE MAT. - 225.00 SET - 299.00 Delivery Disposal of Old Mattress FREE Bed Frame with purchase of mattress set LARGEST SELECTION OF MATTRESSES IN TOWN! 265 Guelph St., Georgetown (next to Bellamy's) THERAPY 30 yr warranty POSTURE SLEEP DELUX SINGLE MAT. - 449.00 PILLOWTOP 30 yr warranty SPINE-O-GUARD SINGLE MAT. - 525.00 POCKET COIL PILLOW TOP SET. - 699.00 30 yr warranty SINGLE MAT. - 269.00 SET - 349.00 SET - 599.00 873-2753