Fergus Foot Care

10/07/2026

A dark or bruised-looking toenail can be alarming—but often there’s a simple explanation.

Blood can collect underneath the nail after trauma or repeated pressure. And it doesn’t always take a dramatic injury!

👟 Shoes that are too tight
🏃 Repetitive pressure from walking or running
🪑 Stubbing or bumping your toe
🥾 Long periods in work boots or hiking shoes
📦 Dropping something on your toe

As the toenail grows, the discolouration will often gradually move forward with the nail—but toenails grow slowly, so this can take months.

Not sure if it’s actually a bruise?

Not every dark toenail is caused by trauma. Changes in nail colour or appearance that don't have an obvious explanation—or aren't growing out as expected—should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare provider.

At Fergus Foot Care, we don't just trim toenails. Our nurses monitor the health of your feet and can help identify concerns that may need further assessment.

New patients are welcome!

09/30/2026

FALL IS A GREAT TIME TO TACKLE FUNGAL TOENAILS

If you’ve been hiding fungal toenails under polish all summer, fall can be a great time to get serious about treating them!

As the weather cools and sandals are replaced by closed-toe shoes, many of us take a break from toenail polish—making this an ideal time to establish a consistent antifungal routine.

One important step? Addressing thickened nails.

Fungal toenails can become very thick, which can make topical treatments more difficult to apply to the affected nail. At Fergus Foot Care, we can professionally reduce the thickness of the nail and help you develop a routine for caring for your nails at home.

Thinking about prescription treatment?

There are prescription treatments available for fungal toenails. Jublia® (efinaconazole) is one topical prescription option you may wish to discuss with your physician or other prescriber to determine whether it is appropriate for you.

Fungal nails take time to grow out, so consistency and patience are important.

Start now, and give those toenails some attention while they’re tucked away for the cooler months!

👣 Healthy Feet. Better Lives

09/17/2026

👣 HEALTHY FEET START WITH ROUTINE CARE

We rely on our feet every single day—but they’re often one of the last things we think about when it comes to our health.

Regular professional foot care can help:

✓ Keep nails at a comfortable, manageable length
✓ Reduce painful corns and calluses
✓ Identify changes in the skin and nails early
✓ Monitor for areas of pressure, irritation or breakdown
✓ Support comfort and mobility
✓ Help people with diabetes and other health concerns care for their feet safely

Routine foot care isn’t just about how your feet look. It’s about keeping them comfortable, healthy and ready to carry you through your day.

09/14/2026

Thick, hard-to-cut toenails are a common concern—especially as we get older.

Toenails can become thickened for many reasons, including repeated pressure or injury, changes that occur with age, certain health conditions, or fungal infection.

And when nails become very thick, trimming them yourself can be difficult—and sometimes uncomfortable.

At Fergus Foot Care, our nurses can safely reduce and trim thickened nails, helping make them more comfortable and manageable.
New patients welcome. No physician referral required

Don’t let difficult toenails keep you from feeling comfortable on your feet.

09/08/2026

🍎 BACK TO SCHOOL. BACK TO ROUTINE. BACK TO TAKING CARE OF YOU! 👣

September is a fresh start for everyone.

Now that the kids are heading back to school and routines are settling in, it’s a great time to put your own health back on the list.

If foot care has been something you’ve been putting off over the busy summer, we’d be happy to help.

At Fergus Foot Care, our nurses provide professional foot care in a comfortable, welcoming clinic setting.

👣 Nail care
👣 Corns & calluses
👣 Diabetic foot care
👣 Ongoing preventative foot care

Healthy Feet. Better Lives.

🍂 Make September the month you get back to taking care of YOU.

📅 Appointments are available — new patients are welcome and no physician referral is required.

09/01/2026