Podiatrist Blog

  • How Can Your Orthotic Inserts Save You
    Orthotic inserts are the most widespread and safe solutions to a number of foot and ankle problems. While standard inserts are available over-the-counter, orthotic inserts that are customized by a Read more
  • How to Treat Calluses on Your Feet
    Calluses are layers of rough and flaky skin on the feet that can cause pain and discomfort. The condition may arise due to constant friction against hard surfaces or persistent Read more
  • The Basics on Shockwave Therapy
    Common foot and ankle conditions, such as plantar fasciitis, can usually be treated conservatively with rest, medication, physical therapy, and supportive shoes/appliances like orthotics. However, in rare cases where conservative Read more
  • Is Your Achilles Tendon Aching? Get Help Now!
    One of the strongest yet most vulnerable tendons in your body is the Achilles tendon, which connects the heel of your foot to your calf. While it enables you to Read more
  • How Can You Protect Your Feet from Neuromas?
    In order to protect your feet, you need to know what neuroma is – it is a condition characterized by thickening of the tissue surrounding the nerve in the ball Read more
  • Save Your Feet This Summer
    When we think of summers, we think of fun activities, outdoor workouts, water sports, open shoes and more. But have you ever considered how all these pleasures expose our feet Read more
  • Fit Feet Are a Big Blessing
    Did you know that an average active person walks roughly 7500 steps in one day? Multiply that by 365 and see how gigantic a task this seems to become for Read more
  • Men with Diabetes – Pay Attention to Your Feet!
    Studies have revealed that men with diabetes are less likely to exercise precaution and more likely to ignore the advice of their podiatrists. This June, at Joseph Stuto, DPM as Read more
  • The Higher the Heels, The Higher the Risk!
    High heels are viewed as the epitome of style, elegance, and grandeur by most women. However, what they don’t realize is the amount of damage they expose their feet to Read more
  • Protect Your Foot Joints this Arthritis Awareness Month
    At Joseph Stuto, DPM, as we progress into the month of May, our commitment to Arthritis Awareness increases steadily. No amount of emphasis on joint protection is enough to capture Read more
  • Give Your Feet A Break!
    Some professions require people to be on their feet most of the time. For example, construction workers, nurses, on-field reporters and the like usually find themselves on the move for Read more
  • Two Common Toenail Conditions That Harm Your Feet
    Our feet are precious assets that need constant protection and care; otherwise, they are susceptible to numerous hazards and problems. Toenails too can fall prey to infections, pain, and suffering. We Read more
  • Stand Up For Your Feet This National Foot Health Awareness Month
    This April, give your feet the care they deserve for bearing the brunt of all our weight and carrying us around all the time. At Joseph Stuto, DPM, we are Read more
  • How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis?
    Our feet comprise a complex structure of muscles, tissue, and bones. The long tissue that connects the heel with the toes is called the plantar fascia, which provides support to Read more
  • Types of Custom Orthotics Available
    Do your feet hurt after a long day at work? If so, have you considered custom orthotics? Available from the Brooklyn, NY, offices of Drs. Joseph C. Stuto and Joseph Read more
  • Don’t Let Your Ulcers Destroy Your Feet – Treat Them Now!
    Ulcers are painful cracks in your feet that expose the inner layers of your skin and make them prone to infections. Once infected, the condition becomes extremely unbearable and requires Read more

Contact Us