Category: Hand & Wrist
What is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
Dupuytren’s disease is a condition described as an overgrowth of collagen in the fascia, the thin layer of connective tissue under the skin. Collagen is a naturally occurring protein in the body that supports bones and connective tissues and provides elasticity for the skin. One-third of the body’s protein is thought to be some type of collagen.
What are the initial symptoms of Dupuytren’s Contracture?
When the condition first appears, symptoms are noticeable but do not cause pain. Small bumps or nodules may appear on the palm close to the base of the ring and small fingers. […]
Hoop it up!
From the jump ball that starts the game until the final buzzer, basketball sends ten players sprinting and dribbling up and down the court to sink a basket.
All the jumping, running and changing direction can take its toll on players’ bodies.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Health Statistics Reports, based on 2011 to 2014 data, basketball injuries topped the list of injuries (343,000) for people between the ages of 15 and 24 and ranked third (264,000) for players who were 25 years old and older.
Basketball’s fast-pace puts players at risk for many types […]
Meet James Messerly, DO
Dr. James Messerly, DO, is a board-certified family and sports medicine specialist who provides primary orthopaedic care to people of all ages. Dr. Messerly joined Bone & Joint in 1995, as the clinic’s first non-surgical orthopaedic provider.
Dr. Messerly provides non-surgical treatment for foot and ankle conditions, hand and wrist injuries, elbow and shoulder conditions, hip pain, neck and back pain, knee injuries and muscle pain and tightness. In addition to general orthopaedic care, Dr. Messerly also treats concussion and other sports medicine related injuries.
Dr. Messerly received his medical degree from the Des Moines University College of […]
Meet Jamie Hane, OTR/L, CHT
Jamie Hane, OTR/L, CHT, joined Bone & Joint’s Physical and Occupational Center to provide occupational therapy and specialized hand therapy to patients of all ages.
Jamie treats mobility challenges related to orthopedic conditions, especially hand and arm movement. She provides splinting and fracture management. She helps manage pain and mobility issues related to arthritis and trauma. Jamie also specializes in custom orthosis fabrication.
Jamie received her Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
When she’s not in the office, Jamie enjoys spending time with her family, finding new recipes, walking and hiking, spending time outdoors, and […]
Are you at risk for orthopedic injuries this winter?
On the way to work, Jane stepped off her porch. She didn’t notice the clear black ice at the base of her steps. Her right leg went out from under her as her left leg stayed on the step. She heard the pop as she felt the crack. Jane couldn’t move. She yelled for help as searing pain tore through her knee. Fortunately, her neighbor heard her cries for help. He rushed to her side and called 9-1-1. A medical exam confirmed that Jane had broken her knee cap and had torn all the ligaments in her knee.
Wisconsin isn’t called the frozen tundra […]
Meet Shauna L. Christopherson, APNP, FNP
Shauna Christopherson is an advanced practice nurse prescriber who is board certified as a family practice nurse practitioner. Shauna provides general orthopedic care to people of all ages. She has a special interest in sports-related injuries, fracture management and the treatment of acute back pain.
Christopherson provides Walk-In Care Services in Wausau
Shauna, along with other providers, staff Bone & Joint’s Walk-In Care Center. She cares for people who have non-emergency injuries or illnesses such as:
● Broken Bones
● Cuts and Scrapes
● Dislocations of Fingers and Toes
● Foot and Ankle Injuries
● Muscle Strains
● Muscle Sprains
● Painful Joints
● […]
Do you have cold hands?
“Your hands are cold!”
Have you ever heard those words?
If you’re like most people living in Wisconsin, you’ve experienced cold hands at some point during the winter months.
It’s true cold hands mean a warm heart.
Most people experience cold hands as their bodies respond to lower temperatures. To protect critical brain, heart, and lung function, the surrounding muscles constrict the arteries and decrease blood flow to the extremities (arms, legs, hands, and feet). At the same time, blood flow to the internal organs increases. This process is called vasoconstriction.
A symptom of this involuntary response is cold hands, confirming […]
Meet Dr. Pamela Glennon
Pamela Glennon, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship trained orthopedic hand surgeon with the Bone & Joint Center.
Dr. Glennon treats common hand and finger injuries such as strains, sprains, and lacerations. As one of the top hand and upper extremity surgeons in the area, she also performs intricate and complex arthroscopic and surgical procedures to restore movement in people’s hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. She also treats overuse injuries, fractures, tendon tears, dislocations, arthritis, and conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff tears, and tennis elbow.
“Hand injuries can be very serious and cause permanent loss of […]
Common Baseball and Softball Injuries
Don’t let these common ball-playing injuries take you out of the ballgame
America’s favorite summer pastime has provided fans with entertainment for centuries.
From home-run-record breakers to the stunning 2016 World Series win by the Chicago Cubs, baseball has captured the attention of fans and non-fans alike.
With the arrival of spring and summer, umpires are dusting off home plate as players of all ages head to the ball diamond to play ball.
Stay safe on the ball field.
Awareness of common baseball and softball injuries can help you reduce your chances of […]
Meet Benjamin Hackett, MD
Benjamin J. Hackett, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Bone & Joint.
He treats adults of all ages who suffer from arthritis, disc disease, bone spurs, and spinal-nerve-related problems. Dr. Hackett has a special interest in pain management and minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Hackett has been treating patients at Bone & Joint since 2007. He believes it is important for patients to understand their conditions and options for treatment. Dr. Hackett works with his patients to exhaust the non-surgical treatment options before suggesting a surgical remedy.
Dr. Hackett earned his medical degree at the […]
