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Aimee Shen, C. Ped (C)

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Certified Pedorthist (Canada) specializing in foot health assessments, handcrafted custom orthotics, bracing, & compression therapy. Watch the process

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I am beyond excited to bring this knee brace to the clinic as an option for osteoarthritis unloading, ligament instability and meniscus pathology.

Meet the OssKin Evoke and Provoke. “World’s only knee brace able to perfectly replicate the knee’s entire motion, including axial rotation”. www.osskin.com. ⠀
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I’ve been in this industry for 22 years, and things have not changed too much in terms of custom knee bracing- that I know of at least! Research and development sometimes moves at a 🐌 pace! This is the first brace whose hinge takes into account the MULTIPLANAR movement of the human knee. The knee has some rotation as it bend and extends - it’s not a straight one plane hinge like on a door. The 🤓 in me and other clinicians geek over this development!

BUT what the patient’s like is that it’s the lightest on the market at 8.5-10.5oz… let me repeat- ounces!! That is 50% lighter than the standard braces on the market now. Feels like nothing is on you. And it is completely 3D printed with air craft grade thermoplastic that is resilient and durable and for a true custom fit. ⠀
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If you’ve got osteoarthritis, or ligament instability like a torn ACL/PCL, or meniscus pathology and interested in conservative treatment options, this could be a great fit. Let’s chat! by @mendphysioaimee

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Sensory awareness in the feet tends to decrease as we age, mainly due to changes in peripheral nerves, circulation, and skin receptors. This decline is strongly linked to slower gait, balance changes, and higher fall risk. ⠀
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But we can prevent or slow sensory decline when sensory loss is not caused by neuropathy.

• Foot intrinsic strengthening
• Barefoot sensory exposure
• Textured insoles
• Balance training
• Ankle and big toe mobility work

As well as managing diabetes and pre-diabetes to prevent neuropathy. These interventions improve sensory feedback, gait speed, and balance. Come see us at the clinic if you need some guidance -we are here to help :) by @mendphysioaimee

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2 months ago

Saw some lovely clients today - all different foot and knee issues which was fun. Somedays a good chunk is the same issue back to back. Today was a good variety which is fun for me 🤓 Then popped upstairs to the workshop. 🔨 There’s something cathartic going through this orthotic making process by hand …even if it’s on a sunny Saturday. I like seeing raw materials come together into an end finished product and having it match our intended goal after the initial assessment :) Happy Saturday everyone, enjoy the sun, get some steps and movement in! by @mendphysioaimee

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Giving a bit of a life extension to these Birkenstocks with some cork work and a new sole. Here’s a tip, if you want to clean up the oil and dirt off the footbed, take some drywall sandpaper, a vacuum to suck up the yucky’s , then finish it off with a suede cleaner and conditioner, and a suede brush to nap it back up. taken in Toronto, Ontario by @mendphysioaimee

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4 months ago

Ok, here’s a little reminder to evaluate your shoes once in a while. Are they worn out? Do they still feel comfortable? Do you feel a bit tilted to one side? I DO tell clients this - to put them on a flat surface and take a look from behind and see if it’s level; to look at the bottoms of the soles to see wear patterns. ANNNNNDDDD that’s what I DIDN’T do for my son 🤣 He’s in frisbee and flag football season.. played I don’t even know how many games in cleats that were missing not one, but TWO medial side studs!! Luckily I caught it before a game tonight. I think back and there was a night recently he said his foot and calf was a bit sore and he wanted a massage by me (to which I suggested he use the leg/foot massager I bought him and do his physio exercises 🤣🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️). Go inspect your shoes today! If they look and feel tilted to one side, it’s likely worn out and time to go shopping 😉 #momguiltinghard #youdeservenewshoes #neverhavetoomanyshoes by @mendphysioaimee

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Who’s ready for some handcrafted custom orthotics? Come find me when you are. Start with a biomechanical assessment, gait analysis, footwear evaluation, educate you on your situation, talk about your goals, likely chat about exercises, maybe even talk about why you don’t need orthotics or how to move away from them if that’s your goal.. for sure you’ll get me going if you mention your 🐶, your kids, your favourite restaurants, or sports 😉 I am ready! taken in Toronto, Ontario by @mendphysioaimee

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From drab to fab! 💅 💃 Refurbishing old orthotics is sometimes an option if a) new orthotics were dispensed by me and old ones will be used as a secondary or tertiary pair b) they are still comfortable and their intention is similar to the updated new pair c) if I can be confident that removing the old top cover will not affect the integrity of the orthotic. **These orthotics that were brought in were 15 years old and not made by me, but they’ve served the client well and the request was made to recover them. Yes, the new orthotics were made differently, but these were fine to still use. Happy to have brought some new life to them for the client 😉 taken in [mend]physio by @mendphysioaimee

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Recently had some fun working on some orthotics for some high performance skates- they are snug as a bug. I had this idea to put some pull tabs on the bottom that could help pop the orthotics out of the skate- because once they are in, they are very in. Anyone remember old electronic toys that had the ribbon that sat under batteries in the battery pack? That’s what I was going for. Tried a few location placements, and with materials I had on hand, I thought I had a really solid tab!! Couldn’t be too thick bc it would push the orthotic forward and not let it sit properly. Too thin and it’ll rip. Tested it more than a handful of times with no issues… until right after this video I tried just one more time … and💥 one ripped🤦🏻‍♀️ 🤣 I didn’t have the right materials to try again or the time to go get actual ribbon. Oh well, next pair of orthotics I do for skates or skis might get some pull tabs 😉 Luckily the client has nibble, strong fingers! This is the fun part of my job, and having my own worksop- playing around with ideas, building things from start (with raw materials) to finish (product in hand), and getting to see how it impacts someone’s recovery or performance journey. Sometimes I get it right on the first shot, sometimes I don’t and we journey together and that’s part of the process :) If you need a set of 👀 with a foot centric lens- hit me up for an assessment, I’d be happy to help. taken in Leslieville by @mendphysioaimee

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9 months ago

Heyo! Just in time for the holidays!!! New colour drop for TOE SPACERS! It’s the gift that keeps on giving - foot health 🦶 😉 and the perfect little stocking stuffer 🎄 🧦. (I bet Santa would want these over cookies - that’s a long night of work in those tight boots!) If blue is not your jam we have some standard neutral colour toe spacers left in stock but once they’re gone, they’re gone! T minus 3 weeks left before we close for some family time. If you need us, we are here to help 😃 taken in Leslieville by @mendphysioaimee

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10 months ago

this human could work anywhere in the city but for the last TEN years has chosen us 🥰 huge thank you to aimee for being such an essential part of the [mend] fam 🤯😭 you’re one of our true OGs 🏆 we — plus our patients and their very happy feet — are so lucky to have you. you chirp us, challenge us, support us, and love us…and we are so grateful! here’s to you and the next ten!🥂 taken in [mend]physio by @mendphysioaimee

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a year ago

Yes it’s that time of year again. Gentle reminder for anyone who needs to see me before year end…. Don’t forget to have your doctor’s prescription sorted ahead of time to ensure that you meet the requirements of your insurance plan. See you soon! taken in [mend]physio by @mendphysioaimee

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truth is, not everyone needs orthotics — and @mendphysioaimee (who literally makes them for a living 😂) will be the first to say so. but…when they do make sense for you and your feet, she’s ready to help 🙋🏻‍♀️🦶
from a full gait + foot assessment to the gold-standard casting method, aimee creates orthotics built just for you. got questions? we’re here to help 🚨 a heads-up: this is our busiest season, so plan ahead if new orthotics are on your to-do list. your feet will thank you 🫶 taken in [mend]physio by @mendphysioaimee

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