Got Noisy Joints? What You Need to Know About Joint Cracks and Pops
Kevin Campion, PT, MPT “My shoulder makes a noise when I move. Is that bad?” Substitute shoulder for knee, neck, or ankle, and some version of the “noisy joints” question is heard nearly every day in our physical therapy clinics. Most of us know that joints can make noises: cracks, pops, snaps, clicks, and more. […]
6 Back-to-College Health Tips to Help Students Avoid Orthopedic Injuries
For most college students, teen orthopedic health isn’t even on their minds. But orthopedic injuries can occur at any age, and it’s essential to focus on lifelong orthopedic health practices. As we prepare to go back to school, these college health tips can help students avoid common injuries and stay safe. While most teens don’t […]
Solving Debilitating Neck and Arm Pain: Cervical Total Disc Replacement
Have you experienced neck and arm pain? For some people, this type of pain can be nearly unbearable. Our arms and neck are used in so many of our activities, from work to play to sleep. When we feel pain in these areas, it’s hard to ignore. For many people, neck and arm pain can […]
Featuring One of OHOW’S Finest Physicians: Joseph Kroner, MD
At the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin, we’re proud to have some of the most talented doctors in orthopedic care on our staff. With a focus on patient care and satisfaction, our doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and staff are amongst the top of their profession. The dedicated orthopedic work of our physicians is inspiring and sometimes […]
OHOW’s Favorite Thai Chicken Tacos with Asian Slaw
Everyone loves tacos! But who says tacos only have to feature Mexican flavors? Our Favorite Thai Chicken Tacos combine the distinct flavors of sesame, sweet chili, cilantro, and ginger, with the hearty flavors of ground chicken and shiitake mushrooms. Adding a crisp Asian slaw on top adds a refreshing crunch that makes these tacos the […]
The Anatomy of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chances are that you’ve heard of carpal tunnel syndrome or possibly experienced it yourself. Characterized by hand numbness and tingling in the fingers, many people experience this phenomenon. It’s perhaps the most widespread nerve disorder, affecting 4-10 million Americans per year. In fact, carpal tunnel syndrome is one of the most common disorders we treat […]
6 Tips for Summer Water Sports Safety and Injury Prevention
When summer weather hits, most of us can’t wait to get out on the water and enjoy outdoor water sports. But from water skiing and jet skiing, to kayaking and swimming pool games, it’s important to practice water sports safety. Water injuries are common at this time of year. Most of us think of drowning […]
Preventing Labrum Tears for Golfers: 7 Tips to Avoid This Serious Shoulder Injury
Golf is considered a leisure sport, but the truth is, there are many ways that golfers can get injured on the course. Preventing labrum tears, golfer’s elbow, and other common golf issues is critical to your game and health. So what are some of these common golf injuries? We’ve discussed golfer’s elbow, one common golf […]
The OHOW Mequon Physical Therapy Clinic is Now Open!
The Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin is excited to announce the latest addition to our expanding group of physical therapy clinics. On June 28th, 2021, we will open our Mequon physical therapy clinic. This clinic marks our seventh and newest physical therapy and sports medicine clinic in Wisconsin. The 4,000 square-foot physical therapy clinic is at […]