OHOW Receives “2023 Best Places to Work in Heathcare” Award from Modern Healthcare
Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin (OHOW) has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The Best Places to Work award is a prestigious accomplishment that recognizes outstanding employers in healthcare at a national level. Throughout the award process, Modern Healthcare partners with the Best Companies Group on an […]
From Swing to Sling: A Guide to Prevent Common Golf Wrist Injuries
Golf is in full swing. Taking your game to the next level this season will require a lot of practice, patience, and skill. And like any other sport, golf also comes with its own set of risks and potential injuries. The most common injuries that golfers will experience are wrist injuries. In the blog post […]
National Nurses Week: Excellence and Dedication in Nursing
National Nurses Week (May 6-12) is an annual opportunity for Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin to show extra thanks to our nursing teams for the important work they do each and every day. Their skilled care plays a crucial role in our patient outcomes and satisfaction. And we are so thankful for their tireless work to […]
Spring Hiking Safety: Tips To Avoid Common Hiking Hazards
As the snow has all melted away, it’s finally time to go out and enjoy nature. Hiking is a fantastic way to experience the outdoors and stay active, but it can also be challenging and potentially dangerous. When in nature, various terrains and environmental factors can easily cause injury to your bones, muscles, and joints […]
Spring Cycling Safety: 8 Tips for an Injury-Free Ride
As soon as spring hits, Wisconsinites head outdoors. For some, that means hopping on a bike and enjoying the warm breeze, sunshine, and blooming flowers along many of Wisconsin’s beautiful trails. While biking this spring and summer should be smooth sailing, it’s important to implement a few cycling safety steps before heading out. Cycling accidents […]
Flat Feet – How to Treat This Common Foot Condition
“Flat feet”, also known as fallen arches or pes planus, is a common foot deformity that affects the arch of the foot. As the medial longitudinal arch flattens over time or from an injury, the entire sole begins to touch the ground when standing. For some people, flat feet can be painless and require no […]
Low Back Pain: Common Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
Have you been battling with an achy low back? If you work a sedentary job, you likely have felt a painful low back after a full day of work. While maintaining a poor posture is a common cause of this pain, low back pain can present itself in many different ways, including improper lifting, occupational […]
OHOW Weight Loss Clinic: A Success Story
More than one-third of Americans are obese. And as the prevalence of obesity continues to increase, the risk for several health conditions also increases. Often, obesity is associated with the risk of health issues such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and stroke. But being obese can also make surgery more challenging and can increase your […]
Sprained Ankle: How to Prevent this Common Sports Injury
Whether you’ve tripped in high heels, landed poorly from a jump, or even just made an award step, almost everyone has experienced injuring or rolling their ankle. One of the most common ankle injuries includes an ankle sprain, where the ligaments of the ankle joints are stretched or torn. This injury can be painful and […]