Family Focused Foot and Ankle

10/20/2026

Arch pain is discomfort felt along the inner or bottom portion of the foot. It may develop after an injury, prolonged standing, or increased activity. Arch pain is a symptom rather than a specific condition. Symptoms may include aching, burning, or sharp pain, and some people notice stiffness or...

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10/14/2026

Do you work on your feet all day and find your feet in pain? Don't go to work in pain each day. Your foot pain can be treated, and we can help.

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Gerald A. Mauriello, Jr., DPM specializes in foot, ankle and heel pain treatments in the Hackettstown, NJ 07840 and Vernon, NJ 07462 area.

10/13/2026

Heel spurs are bony growths that develop on the heel bone. They can form where the plantar fascia, a strong band of tissue along the bottom of the foot, attaches to the heel. Repeated strain on this tissue and the foot muscles can contribute to spur formation. Heel spurs are also linked with...

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10/06/2026

Diabetic foot blisters are fluid-filled areas that develop on diabetic skin. Some result from shoe friction, while others may be diabetic bullae that appear without an obvious injury. Diabetic blisters are often painless and may occur on the feet or lower legs. Symptoms can include clear fluid,...

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09/29/2026

An ingrown toenail develops when the edge of a nail presses into the nearby skin instead of growing forward normally. The big toe is affected most often because it receives considerable pressure inside a shoe. Early signs include tenderness, redness, and swelling along one side of the nail. If...

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09/22/2026

Foot pain from sciatica occurs when a nerve in the lower back becomes irritated or compressed. The pain travels along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the leg and into the foot. It can affect the ankle or different areas of the foot. Symptoms include burning pain, tingling,...

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09/17/2026

Plantar fasciitis develops when the plantar fascia, a strong band of tissue along the bottom of the foot, becomes irritated. This tissue connects the heel to the front of the foot and helps support the arch. The condition usually causes pain near the bottom of the heel. Discomfort can be especially...

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09/09/2026

Ingrown toenails can be painful and can make wearing shoes or walking uncomfortable. Seek professional help if you believe you've developed an ingrown toenail and be treated safely.

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09/08/2026

A black toenail, medically referred to as a subungual hematoma, develops when blood becomes trapped beneath the nail due to repeated trauma. This condition is especially common among runners who engage in frequent or long-distance training. The constant forward motion of the foot inside a shoe...

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09/01/2026

A foot wound is any break in the skin or underlying tissue of the foot caused by injury, pressure, or medical conditions. Wounds can range from minor cuts and blisters to more serious ulcers that require medical care. The feet are especially vulnerable because they are exposed to daily stress and...

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