You tripped and fell and landed on a hard surface with your arms outstretched. Nothing feels broken, but you do feel some pain in the wrist area: How can you tell if you have a wrist fracture (medical term for broken wrist) or a wrist… [read full article]
Opioids, sometimes referred to as narcotics, are used to treat moderate-to-severe pain. They are a type of drug that include strong pain relievers often used after a major injury or surgery. Patients with chronic pain or cancer are also often prescribed this type of drug…. [read full article]
Living in Northeastern Wisconsin we are fortunate enough to enjoy changing seasons. Spring sprouts new growth, summer lavishes sunshine, fall brings color and winter’s glistening snow brings beauty. However, when Old Man Winter dices up ice conditions in mid-winter, we must take serious notice. Slipping… [read full article]
A ganglion cyst is a small bump or mass that develops under the skin near a joint or tendon. Ganglion cysts are benign, fluid-filled bumps which commonly appear on the wrist (usually back side) and fingers. However, joints in the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, ankle… [read full article]
“The Road to Recovery after Workplace Trauma” symposium was held last week at Bridgewood Conference Center in Neenah, Wisconsin with over 125 in attendance. Thank you to all that attended. The event focused on providing educational information and comprehensive treatment options designed around the dynamics… [read full article]
Do the joints in your fingers hurt? Is it difficult to open a jar without pain? If so, osteoarthritis could be to blame. Osteoarthritis (also known as degenerative arthritis) is a disease that affects the cartilage in your joints. Joints are formed when two or… [read full article]
Dupuytrens contracture is a common disorder that affects and thickens the connective tissues in the palm of the hand. It is a painless condition which typically causes one or more fingers to bend towards the palm of the hand and cannot be fully straightened. Dupuytrens… [read full article]
How Are We Built? We are structures just like any other structure. Some of us are built better than others and can take on more strain than others. Others may suffer under the slightest bit of strain. I like to use analogies with my patients… [read full article]
If you and your surgeon decide shoulder surgery is needed, a date will be scheduled for your surgery. Prior to undergoing surgery, several things are necessary in preparing for the surgery. Specifics on the procedure are often researched and discussed with your surgeon. A physical… [read full article]
Dr. Matt Butler ’02 Surgeon Helps Patients Heal from Traumatic Injuries by Josh Stowe Dr. Matt Butler ’02 had planned to spend his day performing previously scheduled procedures when a trauma nurse arrived with chilling news: a bridge beam had slipped and sliced off a… [read full article]