John P. Branwell, DPM

John P. Branwell, DPM Serving the Kearny community of New Jersey for over 20 years, Dr. John P. Branwell is dedicated to p

Haglund’s deformity involves a bony enlargement on the back of the heel that can lead to irritation and discomfort. This...
05/12/2026

Haglund’s deformity involves a bony enlargement on the back of the heel that can lead to irritation and discomfort. This bump forms at the attachment of the Achilles tendon, which helps the foot point downward, and plays a key role in walking and movement. The condition is often aggravated by...

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Cracked heels and callouses develop when the skin on the feet becomes thick, dry, and less flexible. Callouses form as a...
05/05/2026

Cracked heels and callouses develop when the skin on the feet becomes thick, dry, and less flexible. Callouses form as a protective response to repeated pressure or friction, often appearing on the heels or balls of the feet. Over time, the skin may become excessively thick and begin to split,...

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Achilles tendinopathy involves irritation and degeneration of the strong tendon that connects the calf muscles to the he...
04/21/2026

Achilles tendinopathy involves irritation and degeneration of the strong tendon that connects the calf muscles to the heel. It usually develops gradually from overuse, especially in runners or people who suddenly increase activity levels. Pain is typically felt along the back of the heel or lower...

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Fracture blisters are fluid-filled skin lesions that develop on the foot after a bone fracture, caused by intense swelli...
04/14/2026

Fracture blisters are fluid-filled skin lesions that develop on the foot after a bone fracture, caused by intense swelling and pressure that disrupts the layers of the skin, often appearing clear or filled with blood. These blisters are typically accompanied by pain, swelling, and a feeling of...

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Pain in the big toe joint can come from several conditions, but bunions and gout are two common causes that feel very di...
03/31/2026

Pain in the big toe joint can come from several conditions, but bunions and gout are two common causes that feel very different. A bunion develops slowly as the big toe shifts toward the second toe, creating a bony bump on the side of the joint. The area may be enlarged, irritated by shoes, and...

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