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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
What is Dry Needling? A Natural Way to Treat Pain
The term “dry needling” might be intimidating when you first hear it. Most people have an aversion to needles due to having shots as a child or a painful reaction…