Podiatrist Blog

• posted: Jul. 24, 2019
• arthritis,  Bunions,  hammertoes,  fungal toenail infection,  Haglund's deformity

Summertime brings out open and strappy shoes for men and women alike. However, some people, notably women, may be reluctant to wear summer’s breezy footwear. This may be because of Read More

• posted: Jul. 17, 2019
• calluses,  orthotic

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

• posted: Jul. 17, 2019
• 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

• posted: Jul. 10, 2019
• Achilles Tendonitis,  Achilles Tendon

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

• posted: Jul. 01, 2019
• neuroma,  heels

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

• posted: Jun. 26, 2019
• stress fractures,  shoes,  fungal infections,  sprains

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

• posted: Jun. 19, 2019
• arthritis,  Bunions,  plantar fasciitis,  fractures,  deformities,  fungal nail

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

• posted: Jun. 11, 2019
• ingrown toenails,  diabetes

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

• posted: Jun. 05, 2019
• Achilles Tendon,  Bunions,  hammertoes,  fractures,  sprains,  high heels,  orthotic,  sesamoiditis

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

• posted: May 29, 2019
• diabetes,  sports,  flat feet,  neuroma,  burning

Numbness in your feet can be very painful and expose you to great risks in terms of tripping, falling and injuring yourself; not to mention weakening of your foot and Read More

• posted: May 22, 2019
• running,  walking,  sports,  shoes,  hiking,  arch support

Summers are associated with outdoor activities like walking, running, and hiking, to name a few. As you step out, it is important to know what kind of shoes to wear Read More

• posted: May 15, 2019
• arthritis,  osteoporosis,  Gout,  food

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

• posted: May 08, 2019
• foot cramps

Have you ever experienced a sudden tightening of your foot or leg muscles in such a way that you needed to hold them or rub them to bring your muscles Read More

• posted: Apr. 30, 2019
• Achilles Tendon,  plantar fasciitis,  shoes,  flat feet,  compression

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

• posted: Apr. 24, 2019
• ingrown toenails,  fungal toenails,  laser treatments

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

• posted: Apr. 17, 2019
• diabetes,  ulcers

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