Helpful Tips & Advice from Our Board-Certified Podiatrist
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When A Child Says “My Heels Hurt”
Memorial day weekend is here with parades, barbecues, and lawn games, and the last thing you want to hear your child say is “my heels hurt.” Now is a perfect time for your kids to get off the couch, run around and be a kid. With the increase of children's activity,...
Get Rid Of Dry Cracked Heels Before Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend will be here before you know it, and the last thing you want to show off are dry cracked heels. There is still plenty of time to get your feet in shape before your trip to the Jersey Shore or Lake Taghkanic, and Hollowbrook Foot Specialists has...
Don’t Let Hammertoes Keep You From Wearing Sandals This Summer
Don’t let embarrassing hammertoes keep you from wearing sandals this summer. For some people the thought of wearing sandals is terrifying because of their hammertoes, they won't even consider wearing sandals. If you have noticed that your toes bend down, you may...
What Discolored Toenails Say About Your Health!
Even though Easter is here, you don't want to have discolored toenails to match your Easter Egg colors. Discolored toenails could be telling you something about your health. What Color are Healthy Toenails? Toenails should normally be pink with a small, white half...
Choosing Your Next Pair of Golf Shoes Made Easy
Fore! Golf season is finally here after our unpredictable winter. You may need to get new golf shoes before heading out to Casperkill Country Club, McCann Golf Course in Poughkeepsie, or the Beekman Golf Course in Hopewell Junction. However, choosing your next pair...
April is National Foot Health Awareness Month: Take Steps Toward Better Foot Health
April marks National Foot Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating and raising awareness about the importance of foot care. Our feet are often the most neglected part of our bodies, even though they are essential for our mobility, overall health, and...
Even April Fool’s Jokers Know That A Painful Bump On Top Of The Foot Is No Joking Matter
With April Fool's Day just around the corner, you shouldn't let your feet play tricks on you! If you begin having foot pain or notice changes in the appearance of your feet, get it checked out. At Hollowbrook Foot Specialists, one of the things we often get asked...
I Hate Taking My Shoes Off Because Of Foot Odor; What Can I Do?
Although spring is here and March Madness has begun, it’s still cold out, so don't put away those winter boots just yet. There could be a Nor'easter on the way, and with it, winter boots covered with snow, salt and sand. With everything that is carried into the house...
Keep your feet happy this St. Patty’s Day
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, many people are excited about corned beef and cabbage! Just remember, if you have gout, make sure to have an extra serving of cabbage and keep the portion of corned beef to just a few ounces at most. Studies show that...
Broken Ankle: Most Common Airplane Injury
Passenger security is very important to airlines, and they do their best to show travelers safety procedures before each flight. However, after flying a time or two, most people are guilty of not paying attention or following along as these instructions are given....