Little Leaguer’s Elbow: How to Prevent and Treat this Common Injury
As this part of the country begins to thaw out from winter, the youth sports calendar turns over to baseball. […]
Hand, Wrist & Elbow
Carpal Tunnel Release: What to Expect After Surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common disorders treated at Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin. It is characterized
Overworked Hands? 5 Tips to Care for Your Hands as an Artist or Crafter
Are you an artist or an avid crafter? Perhaps you picked up a quarantine knitting or crochet hobby and haven’t
Tennis Injury Prevention: How to Avoid Common Tennis Injuries
Warm weather is here, and we are finally getting back to our favorite outdoor activities. If you enjoy tennis, you
3 Tips for Preventing Hand and Wrist Injuries from Winter Falls
Winter is here, and with all the holiday joy and fluffy show comes the dreaded instability of ice and slippery
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
10 Tips for Preventing Elbow Injuries
Elbow injuries are quite common and often avoidable. Here are 10 tips for preventing elbow injuries.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Identification and Treatment
What exactly is carpal tunnel syndrome? We certainly hear a lot about it and Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin’s Dr. Greg Watchmaker says it is the most common hand problem we treat each year. Simply stated, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a pinched nerve (the median nerve) in the palm and wrist area.
Get into the Swing of Spring: 6 Tips to Prevent Golfer’s Elbow & Other Injuries
As soon as spring starts to warm up, many of us start thinking of getting out on the green! But