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.
Put a Spring in your Step
Spring is officially here!! Time to get out there, put on your walking shoes and check out all the beautiful sights Upstate New York has to offer. A couple of places for a nice walk or a great hike, are The Rail Trail in Hopewell Junction or the Walkway over the...
The Benefits Of Stretching Excercises
Many people enjoy stretching - but don’t forget stretching exercises your feet! Stretching, especially calf muscle stretches can be very helpful in the prevention as well as treatment of numerous foot conditions. A key point of injury is the Achilles tendon, which...
Don’t Be Sidelined By A Skin Infection
Make sure when you leave one of our local Hudson Valley gyms in Poughkeepsie, Wappinger Falls, Beacon, Fishkill or Lagrangeville, you’re only bringing home the good! The good endorphins released, the good level of fitness you’ve achieved, and the good calories you’ve...
Finding The Right Shoes For You
Shoes! Is there anything better or more fun to pick out? With so many different shoe stores and types of shoes available (for every season in the Hudson Valley) it can be hard to pick out the right pair for you! There are a few different things to keep in mind when...
How Walking Can Help You
A terrific way to start or break up your workout regiment is by beginning with this simple exercise – WALKING! A fun advantage to living in the Hudson Valley is the endless local locations in which to accomplish these brisk refreshing walks (even during the winter...
Getting Back Into The Swing of Things
Let’s face it – hitting the gym is the most common New Year’s Resolution and there are so many different types of gyms to pick in Dutchess County and the surrounding Hudson Valley areas – it is also the one that’s usually given up after a month. But let’s make this...
Wearing Open Toe Shoes in the Spring Requires Treating Toenail Fungus Now
It is time to stop putting it off and finally take care of it! No, it’s not paying the bills or going to gym (although those things are important too)! It’s that discolored, brittle toenail that you noticed a few months ago. It might be a toenail fungal infection...
Understanding Tibial Sesamoid Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Fractures in the bones of the foot are relatively common, and one such injury that often goes under the radar is the tibial sesamoid fracture. Although small in size, the tibial sesamoids play a crucial role in the mechanics of the foot. Understanding this type of...
Exploring the Healing Touch: The Benefits of Küribl CBD Pain Relief Products
In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) has emerged as a promising natural remedy for various ailments, from anxiety to chronic pain. Amidst the multitude of CBD products flooding the market, Küribl CBD Pain Relief Muscle Cream, Cooling Roll-On, Dry Spray, and Active...
Frostbite in Toes: Understanding, Preventing, and Treating the Chilling Risk
Introduction:As winter sets in and temperatures drop, the risk of frostbite becomes a concern, particularly for vulnerable extremities like toes. Frostbite, a condition caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, can lead to serious tissue damage and even...