WIAA Sports Physicals @ Bone & Joint Center Bone & Joint is offering FREE sports physicals, one night only! In exchange, we encourage you to make a donation to Peyton’s Promise to help fight hunger in our community. Peyton’s Promise is in need of non-perishable breakfast items such as boxes of cereal, pop-tarts, granola bars, … WIAA Sports Physicals
No matter how old you are, spring and summer in Wisconsin are great for cycling. You can ride in your neighborhood or choose to use the miles and miles of trails winding through Wisconsin’s natural areas. These gravel or asphalt paths keep you off the main roads as you enjoy the surroundings. If you’d rather bike to … How does cycling affect your bones?
Christian L. Tomski, PA-C, is a physician assistant board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He provides general orthopedic and sports medicine care. As a physician assistant, Christian provides high-quality, comprehensive care. He assists Dr. Halverson with surgical cases in the operating room and sees patients at Bone & Joint’s Plover and … Meet Christian L. Tomski, PA-C
In Wisconsin, fall is the season for hunting. And the two go together like Cheeseheads and the Green Bay Packers. Take care and stay safe this hunting season. Hunting is not for everyone. But those who take part are dedicated to the sport. It’s tradition. Hunters plan and prepare for months before the season opener. … Stay safe and sound this hunting season
Whether you work at a desk all day or drive a vehicle, if your job requires sitting, you’re at risk for hip pain caused by tight hip flexors. Who knew sitting could cause an overuse injury? At the other end of the activity spectrum, if you’re an avid runner or cyclist, you’re also at risk. … Tight hip flexors are a real pain
Is your child complaining about back or neck pain? It could be their backpack. It’s hard to believe that thousands of central Wisconsin students have been in school for months now with backpacks filled with assignments and books strapped to their backs. But is your child’s backpack a blessing or a burden? Many of these convenient carryalls … Is your child’s backpack a blessing or a burden?
Snap, crackle, and pop! It makes a catchy slogan for a breakfast cereal. But when you hear those noises in your knee, they are a cause for concern, especially when accompanied by pain. Some people hear sounds like crackling tissue paper when they bend or straighten their knees. Known as crepitus, the noise occurs when … What causes crackling or popping noises in the knee?
Iliotibial band or IT band syndrome often is classified as an overuse injury. The IT band is the long, flexible, fibrous tendon that runs down the outside of the leg from the hip to below the knee joint. When the IT band becomes inflamed or irritated, it swells and no longer moves freely. The swollen … What is an IT band injury?
If you’ve visited a gym, walked through a sports store, or watched fitness videos online, you’ve probably seen an image of someone using a foam roller. Are foam rollers beneficial recovery tools for muscles? Some studies have found foam rollers relax muscles and help prevent delayed onset muscle soreness. If you’re a serious athlete, a … Is foam rolling right for you?
Casey Lagan, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon who sees patients at Bone & Joint clinics in Medford and Wausau, Wisconsin. Dr. Lagan treats a variety of conditions and injuries by providing general and surgical orthopedic care. He specializes in: Joint replacements in the knee, hip, and shoulder Arthroscopy of the shoulder and knee Fractures Dislocations … Meet Casey Lagan, MD
