Diabetic Foot Conditions
Diabetic Foot Conditions: What NYC Patients Need to Know If you’re living with diabetes, you probably already know that blood sugar control is essential—but did you know that diabetes can also affect the health, function, and safety of your feet? At Best Foot Doctor NY, we work with patients throughout Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan to […]
Heel Spur
Heel Spurs (Calcaneal Spurs): What They Are and Why They Hurt Have you noticed a stabbing or persistent ache in your heel, especially when taking your first steps in the morning or after standing for long periods? You may be experiencing symptoms of a heel spur, also known as a calcaneal spur—a common cause of […]
Subungual Exostosis
Subungual Exostosis: Understanding Painful Bone Growth Under the Toenail Have you noticed a painful bump forming beneath your toenail? Does the nail appear lifted, misshapen, or unusually thick? You may be experiencing a condition called subungual exostosis—a benign bone growth that develops underneath or near the nail bed, most commonly on the big toe. At […]
Neuromas
Neuromas and Morton’s Neuroma: What to Know About Nerve Pain in the Ball of the Foot Are you feeling a burning sensation, tingling, or a sharp, shooting pain between your toes—especially when walking in tight shoes or standing for long periods? You may be experiencing a common nerve condition called a neuroma. The most well-known […]
Overlapping Toes
Overlapping Toes: Causes, Symptoms, and What to Watch For Do your toes appear stacked, twisted, or bunched together—especially while standing or wearing shoes? If you’ve noticed one toe crossing over another, you may be dealing with a common toe deformity called overlapping toes. At Best Foot Doctor NY, we help patients across Brooklyn, Queens, and […]
Charcot Foot (Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy)
Charcot Foot (Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy): What NYC Patients Need to Know If you’re living with diabetes or peripheral neuropathy and notice swelling, warmth, or visible changes in the shape of your foot, you may be experiencing Charcot foot—a serious and often underdiagnosed condition that requires immediate attention. At Best Foot Doctor NY, we regularly see patients […]
Ingrown Toenail
What Is an Ingrown Toenail? An ingrown toenail is a common and often painful condition in which the edge of a toenail grows into the skin beside it, rather than extending straight over the toe. This misdirected nail growth typically results in redness, swelling, and tenderness, especially along one or both sides of the nail. […]
Toenail Fungus
What Is Toenail Fungus? Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common condition that affects the toenails, causing them to become thickened, discolored, brittle, or even misshapen. It occurs when fungal organisms—most often dermatophytes—invade the nail bed or surrounding skin. While not usually painful in the early stages, toenail fungus can become increasingly uncomfortable […]
Achilles Tendon Pain
What Is Achilles Tendon Pain? Achilles tendon pain refers to discomfort, inflammation, or injury affecting the long tendon that connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. As the strongest tendon in the body, the Achilles plays a vital role in walking, running, jumping, and pushing off the foot. It allows you to rise up […]
Corns on the Feet
What Are Corns? Corns are thick, hardened areas of skin that typically form on the toes or soles of the feet in response to pressure or friction. Unlike calluses, which are more spread out and generally painless, corns are smaller, deeper, and often painful when pressed. They can develop on weight-bearing areas or between toes […]
Hammertoes: Causes and Symptoms
Hammertoe Symptoms for people in NYC: Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens Hammertoe is a common foot condition where one or more toes bend abnormally at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. This deformity can cause discomfort, difficulty wearing shoes, and, in some cases, pain during walking or standing. At Best Foot Doctor NY, with locations in […]
Foot Pain – Causes, Symptoms
Foot Pain Treatment Options in New York City, Brooklyn, and Queens Foot pain is a common issue that affects people of all ages. At Best Foot Doctor NY, led by Dr. Emmanuel Fuzaylov, we provide expert care for foot pain with offices in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Whether your pain is mild or severe, we […]