Helpful Tips & Advice from Our Board-Certified Podiatrist
Learn about the latest events happening at our office, plus helpful podiatry tips and advice by following our Hollowbrook Foot Specialists, P.C. blog.
DIY Pedicure for Summer
Pedicure season is upon us and it is time to let your toes show! Nail salons pose many risks to even the healthiest of patients. They are a common place to catch fungal infections of both the nails and feet. Ingrown toenails, cuts, and infections are other common...
Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism awareness month. Autism involves a large spectrum of disorders that includes difficulty with social skills, behavior development, and nonverbal communication, amongst many other things. One disorder specifically is known as Asperger Syndrome. Signs of...
Do You Have Smelly Feet?
Smelly feet is a condition known as "bromodosis." It is a problem many people face and are embarrassed by. Smelly feet are caused by a combination of sweat and bacteria. Our feet have some of the most sweat glands in our body, and when they are trapped in our shoes...
Your Golf Swing can cause Foot Pain
Hooray! Golf season is finally here. But be careful to avoid these golf swing issues that can potentially cause foot pain or even surgery. The Golf Swing and Big Toe Joint Pain When you swing a golf club, your weight shifts to your front foot. It's actually your back...
April Showers Bring…Arthritis!
Arthritis is characterized by stiffness and inflammation in your joints. Many patient's complain that in the cool, damp weather, their joints with arthritis become more painful. Some patient's even claim they can predict the weather by their joint pain! Have you ever...
What is a Podiatrist?
A podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist. History of Podiatry Podiatry, initially known as chiropody, first became a recognized profession in the United States in 1895. Chiropody is the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the feet. The first podiatric society...
Watch Out For The Risks of Sun Exposure!
Following our most recent snow storm, I am sure most of you are ready for summer! With the warm weather comes sun and the risks of sun exposure. What are the risks of sun exposure? Sun releases ultraviolet (UV) light which causes skin damage and break down. As your...
What is Necrotizing Fasciitis?
Necrotizing fasciitis, or "flesh-eating bacteria", can cause a serious infection that can lead to loss of limb and loss of life. It can affect persons of any age and without warning. Although the bacteria usually enters the body through a cut or open wound, it can...
Love Corned Beef – So does Gout
You're not the only one who likes corned beef, your gout does, too. Gout loves corned beef - and green beer - and shepherd's pie. And wine and bacon and shrimp, too. If you have gout, then this is a tough weekend for you. All those great foods that are traditionally...
When A Bump is more than a Bump
Have you recently noticed a painful bump, or mass, on your foot? Have you noticed this bump getting larger? Then it is time for you to come to Hollowbrook Foot Specialists for a foot exam! Painful bumps on our feet can be caused by many different things. Sometimes...