Chiropody is the assessment of the foot and the treatment and prevention of diseases, disorders, and dysfunctions of the foot by therapeutic, orthotic, or palliative means. Chiropodists are foot care specialists who are regulated by the College of Chiropodists of Ontario in order to maintain set standards of practice and to protect the public.

Chiropodists are primary health care practitioners who are required to complete a four-year Bachelor of Science degree, followed by a government recognized three-year chiropody program, and lastly, successful completion of a registration exam in order to attain the chiropodist designation.

Chiropodists can assess, manage, and treat a wide array of foot concerns, including, but not limited to: nail disorders (ingrown nails, fungal nails, thickened nails), skin disorders (calluses, corns, warts, cracked heels), sports injuries (sprained ankles, turf toe), diabetic foot conditions and wound care. Chiropodists use a variety of tools to manage and treat conditions of the feet and ankle including routine nail and skin care, minor surgical procedures, massage and foot mobilization, stretching and strengthening, footwear, and custom-made orthotics.