“Ask a Podiatrist,” a foot health series hosted by KURU Footwear.

Get Expert Answers to Your Foot Health Questions!

April is Foot Health Awareness Month—submit your questions and get insights from a top podiatrist!

Foot pain can feel like a mystery. One day it’s a dull ache. The next, it’s stopping you in your tracks. And worst of all? You’re left wondering what to do about it.

That’s why we created Ask a Podiatrist. A new resource to help you get real answers from a board-certified expert—so you’re not stuck guessing your way through discomfort.

At KURU, we believe relief starts with understanding. And when your feet feel supported, life opens up. More energy. More movement. More moments you don’t have to miss.

Let’s take the guesswork out of foot pain.

Start asking. Start healing. Healthier heels are just a question away!

How It Works

Step 1

Step 1: Submit Your Question (April 11th-14th)

We’ll gather your foot health concerns—anything from heel pain to the best shoes for daily wear.

Step 2

Step 2: Expert Answers (April 15th-21st)

Our featured podiatrist will answer the top questions.

Step 3

Step 3: Get the Insights (April 25th)

We’ll share answers to the most popular questions via email and on our socials.

Thanks to everyone who submitted a question!

Submissions are now closed—keep an eye out for expert answers dropping April 25th!

Meet the Expert

Dr. Shine John is a Fellowship-trained, Board Certified, Foot and Ankle Surgeon, with 4-years of comprehensive Foot and Ankle Surgery and Medicine training. He practices in Austin, TX.

He is Dual Board Certified, with certifications by The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ABFAS) and The American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM). He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS).

Dr. John completed a 1-year Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery and Research Fellowship with the internationally renowned Weil Foot-Ankle and Orthopedic Institute in Chicago, IL. This Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgical Fellowship is the longest running American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) recognized fellowship in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle surgery. Prior to the Fellowship, he completed the prestigious and nationally respected 3-year Foot and Ankle Surgical Residency training at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Professional Awards:

  • Texas Podiatric Medical Association (TPMA), 2023 Special Service Award
  • Texas Podiatric Medical Association (TPMA), 2015 Young Practitioner of the Year

    • Headshot of Dr. Shine John, a certified podiatrist who medically reviewed this list of best shoes for plantar fasciitis.
    Headshot of Dr. Shine John, a certified podiatrist who medically reviewed this list of best shoes for plantar fasciitis.

    Why Participate

    Get Answers from a Trusted Expert: Receive reliable guidance from a board-certified podiatrist who knows how to keep your feet feeling their best.

    Learn How to Care for Your Feet: Explore expert tips on easing foot pain, preventing common problems, and making smart choices for long-term foot health.

    Ask a Question, Make a Difference: Have a question about your feet? Submit it for a chance to be answered by a podiatrist in our exclusive Q&A—featured in our email newsletter and social media.

    Help Others Take the First Step: By sharing your question, you’re helping raise awareness about foot health and giving others the confidence to care for their feet, too.

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