Joseph D. Ruffo, DPM

Joseph D. Ruffo, DPM Joseph D. Ruffo, DPM has the credentials and expertise to treat all of your foot and ankle concerns. Most insurances accepted.

Comprehensive foot care from sport injuries, pediatrics, diabetic care and nail infections to flat feet and foot discomfort.

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the foot, especially the joint at the base of the big toe. I...
06/09/2026

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the foot, especially the joint at the base of the big toe. It develops when uric acid builds up in the body and forms sharp crystals within the joint. This can lead to sudden and severe pain, along with redness, swelling, and stiffness...

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Heel pain can arise from several conditions that affect daily comfort and mobility. Plantar fasciitis involves inflammat...
06/02/2026

Heel pain can arise from several conditions that affect daily comfort and mobility. Plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the band of tissue that supports the arch. It often causes sharp pain on the bottom of the feet after rest. Sever’s disease is a growth-related condition in active children...

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When the ankle suddenly feels weak or rolls unexpectedly, it is often a sign of instability in the joint. One of the mai...
05/26/2026

When the ankle suddenly feels weak or rolls unexpectedly, it is often a sign of instability in the joint. One of the main causes of ankle instability is previous injuries, especially repeated sprains that stretch or tear the ligaments that hold the bones together. These ligaments can become loose,...

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A hammertoe is a deformity in which one of the smaller toes bends downward at the middle joint, creating a curled or cla...
05/19/2026

A hammertoe is a deformity in which one of the smaller toes bends downward at the middle joint, creating a curled or claw-like appearance. Over time, the toe may become stiff and difficult to straighten. Hammertoe can develop from muscle imbalance, wearing improper footwear, or arthritis. Symptoms...

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Cracked heels occur when the skin on the heel becomes dry and thick, and splits due to pressure and reduced moisture. C...
05/05/2026

Cracked heels occur when the skin on the heel becomes dry and thick, and splits due to pressure and reduced moisture. Common causes include prolonged standing, wearing open back shoes, and lack of proper hydration of the skin. A frequent reason is athlete’s foot, a fungal infection that weakens...

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Corns and calluses are areas of thick, hardened skin that form when the feet are exposed to repeated pressure or rubbing...
04/21/2026

Corns and calluses are areas of thick, hardened skin that form when the feet are exposed to repeated pressure or rubbing. Calluses are usually larger, spread out, and often less painful, while corns are smaller and more focused. A corn has a hard center, or core, that pushes into the deeper layers...

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Babylon, NY
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