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Practice good diabetic foot care at home
I suffer from diabetes. How do I take care of the sore on my foot when I can’t go to the doctor?
You don’t have to give up foot care to stay “Safer at Home.” Bone & Joint’s providers are here to help.
Bone & Joint’s podiatrists and foot and ankle specialists can see you at the office or online through Bone & Joint’s new telehealth service. Just call the office and make your appointment. If you’re having trouble with your feet, don’t go to the emergency room or urgent care, you need to see someone who is skilled […]
Is working at home becoming a pain. . .
In your Neck? Back? Or Shoulders?
It could be, if you’re working at your kitchen table, on your couch, or while sitting in your favorite chair.
With “Safer at Home” orders extended, and classes canceled, more people are working at home. Don’t create extra problems by sacrificing ergonomics.
Ergonomics is the science of designing a comfortable environment that lessens the stress and strain on our joints and muscles.
When it comes to the home office, setting up an ergonomically correct workstation is just as important as it is at a traditional office, maybe even more so.
Let’s look at some […]
Surgery delayed? Practice self-care at home.
Like many other things, COVID-19 has postponed many elective surgeries.
Waiting is hard! Especially when you were counting on your surgery to relieve your pain and restore your mobility. We understand.
We can’t thank you enough for your patience, understanding, and your resolve as we work together to flatten the curve and preserve the personal protective equipment (PPE) for our heroes battling COVID-19 on healthcare’s frontline.
We hope some of these tips make it a little easier for you to wait and manage the pain until our office—and our community—returns to a healthier time
Manage your pain.
Continue […]
Meet CEO Brent Turner, JD
Bone & Joint is pleased to welcome Brent Turner, JD, to its executive team as Chief Executive Officer
Turner brings a wide range of leadership and administrative skills to Bone & Joint’s orthopedic care centers.
Turner gained his expertise holding positions as administrator, vice president, executive director, and chief executive officer (CEO) at national Fortune 500 health care enterprises, leading regional health care organizations, and specialty-focused clinics.
Before joining Bone & Joint, Turner served as executive director at Austin Kidney Associates, an independent practice, operating an ambulatory surgery center and employing 25 physicians with nine clinic locations. During […]
Stay safe during snowmobile season
It is winter. It’s snowing. It’s Wisconsin. That must mean it’s time to go snowmobiling.
Snowmobiling is a fun way for people of all ages to enjoy Wisconsin’s winter weather.
But, mix snowmobiles with excessive speed, alcohol, and inexperience and fun quickly can turn into a painful, and sometimes life-threatening, injuries.
According to a report in the Emergency Trauma Journal published in July 2019, there are approximately 200 fatal snowmobile accidents and 14,000 crashes that cause injury in the United States every year.
Over a third of the non-life-threatening injuries require more than 5 days in the hospital. The Journal of […]
Bone & Joint physical therapy is growing to serve you
Bone & Joint is expanding its physical therapy services to Weston, to meet the need for high-quality physical therapy services in Central Wisconsin.
After opening two physical therapy departments last year, Bone & Joint’s schedules filled quickly. It became obvious that people needed access to excellent physical therapy care.
The new 3,000 square-foot physical therapy center at 2106 Schofield Avenue, Weston, opened its doors on February 10, 2020.
It is fully equipped with a reception and waiting area, a private treatment room and curtained treatment tables. Patients also have access to a treadmill, stationary bikes, weights, and other types of exercise equipment […]
Dave Cameron is back to doing what he wants to do
After helping people escape from fires for three decades, former Billings, Montana firefighter, Dave Cameron retired in Wisconsin.
Dave and his wife, Diane, moved to Deerbrook and fenced in 100 acres to raise Highlander cattle.
Well into his seventies, Dave was used to an active life full of strength and vigor until arthritis in his hip started to slow him down.
He made an appointment at Bone & Joint and saw Dr. Jeffrey Martin, an orthopedic surgeon.
Dr. Martin and Dave discussed his condition and began a conservative treatment plan to relieve Dave’s pain and slow the progression of arthritis. […]
Stay active and healthy this winter
Winter is a great time to enjoy Wisconsin’s outdoor activities.
Dressing for the weather and knowing your risk for injury helps keep you safe and injury-free.
Below are links to a few articles to keep you safe and sound as you enjoy the fresh air and snowy days of winter.
Are your winter boots causing joint pain?
Boots! A necessity when braving Wisconsin winters.
Walking through the snow, ice, and frigid temperatures of Central Wisconsin requires great tread and weatherproof warmth.
Good boots support your foot and provide protection against the elements, but that protection adds weight to your feet, which can stress and strain your joints.
Are your winter boots causing joint pain?
Possibly. If your boots are too heavy, they can lead to pain in your ankles, knees, and hips. The weight of some boots mimics the effect of ankle weights.
But orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and kinesiotherapists do not recommend wearing weights on your […]
What is runners knee?
Runner’s knee is a common overuse injury among runners and other people who put a lot of pressure on their knees when biking, jumping, skiing or dancing.
The condition causes the kneecap (patella) to move out of place. While it is in the misaligned position, it irritates the femoral groove and wears away the cartilage beneath the patella, causing knee pain.
Runner’s knee can be caused by:
- Falling on your knee and moving the patella out of the groove
- Overuse and repetitive bending and flexing the knee
- A kneecap that is out of alignment
- Wearing down the cartilage […]
