Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Women’s Health
Do you leak when you cough or sneeze? Do you have pain during sex? Have you been told Kegel exercises are the answer to your pelvic problem? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy. The skilled orthopedic specialists of the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin are […]
What is Frozen Shoulder?
Have you noticed you can’t reach up or back with your arm? Is it painful to even try? You may be experiencing frozen shoulder. Frozen shoulder is a common but painful condition that involves a gradual increase in shoulder stiffness. It leads to a loss of range of motion and impact your daily function. Orthopaedic […]
Common Winter Sports Injuries and How to Prevent Them
With the 2022 Winter Olympic Games starting up, millions of Americans will witness spectacular feats of athletic prowess. From snowboarder Shaun White sailing twenty feet in the air to the figure-skaters gracefully floating around the rink, there will be no shortage of sensational athletic feats. These remarkable events may inspire some of us to take […]
Olympic Weightlifting and Physical Therapy Rehabilitation
When the Olympic Games took place this past summer in Tokyo, the world watched as global competitors participated in one of the oldest Olympic Games events, Olympic weightlifting. While many view Olympic weightlifting as only for the ultra-strong, physical therapist Tyler Lang, PT, DPT, has a different take on the sport. Lang, a Certified Olympic Weightlifting […]
How to Prevent Neck Pain, Strains and Injuries
We have all experienced waking up with neck pain after a long sleep in an awkward position, and it’s not uncommon to come home after a long day and have some soreness or pain in our neck. Neck strains and injuries are very prevalent, and neck pain can be rooted in many causes. Posture can […]
Keeping Knee Cartilage Healthy in Winter: Avoiding Winter Slips and Falls
Many people know the importance of keeping active to build strong muscles and bones. Exercise also plays an important role in building healthy cartilage, the fibrous but flexible connective tissue that cushions your joints. Cartilage acts as a barrier to the damaging friction of bones rubbing against each other. It also acts as a shock […]
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 conditions. Slips and falls are a leading cause of hand and wrist injuries, and we see most of them during the icy winter months. Why hand and wrist injuries? Hands and wrists are often susceptible […]
How to Prevent and Treat Common Ankle Injuries
We’ve all rolled an ankle after a lay-up on the basketball court or stepped awkwardly off an icy curb. Strains, sprains, and even breaks are some of the most common ankle injuries, and most of us will experience some form of ankle injury throughout our lives. So it’s no wonder that common ankle injuries cause […]
Concussion Signs and Symptoms to Watch
The arrival of autumn means that it’s finally football and soccer season! Athletes can’t wait to grab their gear and hit the field for their favorite sports activities. One drawback of the season though? It’s also a prime time for sports injuries, including concussions. While any sport presents the possibility for injuries, both soccer and […]