Podiatrist Blog

  • Foot Size and Height, Can One Predict the Other?
    These days, it seems like people have bigger feet and are taller than in the past.  I don’t know about you, but teens seem so much taller now than I Read more
  • Foot Conditions And How Your Podiatrist Can Help
    At Brooklyn Podiatrists in Brooklyn, NY, Dr. Joseph Stuto sees a variety of foot-related conditions in his office daily. However, there are a few common conditions that he treats consistently. Read more
  • Foot Fractures Can Be Elusive
    Foot fractures are afflictions that are sometimes overlooked, with the sufferer not being aware of his or her problem. How does this happen, you wonder?  Well, they may feel pain Read more
  • Running Away from the Pain
    Running can be a great stress reliever.  People who have caught the “running bug” claim that they don’t feel happy or normal without getting their daily run in, or at Read more
  • Ingrown Nails Bothering You?!
    Do you suffer from ingrown nails? They can be really painful for anyone to wear shoes…even sneakers!  These annoying little buggers can go from just irritating to downright painful and Read more
  • The Importance of Wearing the Right Shoes
    Very often, people wear shoes that are uncomfortable, too small, too big, or lacking the proper ankle or arch support.  Doing so can lead to problems with the feet and Read more
  • Treating Your Ankle Sprain
    Sooner or later, most of us experience a sprained ankle. These injuries can be extremely painful, but in most cases, they get better with home treatment. Dr. Joseph Stuto, your Read more
  • How to Deal With Heel Pain
    Many people suffer with heel pain at one time or another, but do not necessarily know how to deal with it. When you have heel pain, daily activities like walking Read more
  • Get Rid Of Your Toenail Fungus For Good
    What you need to know about laser treatments for toenail fungus If you are afraid to wear open-toed shoes because you are embarrassed by toenail fungus, it’s time to do something Read more
  • What Is Shockwave Therapy?
    If you've been dealing with ongoing heel pain, and methods like medication, exercise and shoe inserts have failed to bring relief, you may be a candidate for extracorporeal shockwave therapy Read more
  • Treatment Options For Bunions
    Patients sometimes joke about their bunions, but in reality, this foot problem is no laughing matter. Untreated, bunions can lead to an array of issues that affect your feet, legs Read more
  • What's Causing My Heel Pain?
    Your foot is a very complex structure made up of many bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. So, there are many possible causes of heel pain. However, most people have heel Read more
  • How to Choose Spikes/Cleats For Kids Playing Sports
    If you have children, you know kids love sports. No matter the sport your child prefers, you'll often be faced with buying special equipment to keep your child healthy and Read more
  • Innovative Laser Treatment Wipes Out Foot Fungus
    Toenail fungus: not everybody has it, and you're sure glad if you don't. The gross appearance of a toe that's been afflicted with fungal infections can be downright gruesome for Read more
  • Find Our How You Can Reduce Your Heel Pain Symptoms
    According to the American Chiropractic Association, about 2 million Americans each year suffer from plantar fasciitis. Also known as “heel pain syndrome” this common condition causes inflammation of the band Read more
  • Heal that Heel Pain!
    With the warm weather comes the increase in marathons and races. If you’re an athlete or avid runner, you might have already competed in several this season. Perhaps you’re even Read more

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