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Six tips to avoid six common pumpkin carving injuries

Fall and pumpkins go together. The smells of pumpkin pie wafting from the kitchen or the taste of a favorite pumpkin and spice beverage make many people feel nostalgic. Or maybe you appreciate the use of colorful pumpkins in fall décor to create elegant holiday centerpieces or harvest-themed entry...

Stay safe on your summer camping trip

According to the Outdoor Foundation’s 2016 Topline Research Report, camping was the third most popular outdoor activity of people who were younger than 25 years old and the fifth most popular for people older than 25. In fact, an estimated 65 million Americans went camping in 2015. If camp...

Is summer the best time to have bunion surgery?

One could say summer is the best time for surgery since open-toed shoes, sandals and flip-flops are easier to squeeze a swollen foot into than a heavy winter boot.But, that’s not true if you enjoy swimming, biking or water skiing. The best time to have bunion surgery is when it fits your lifestyl...

When is it safe to return to activities after a concussion?

When you experience injury, one fact is true. Your body needs time to heal. But, when the injury is a concussion, walking, mental activity and auditory and visual stimulation may prolong the healing time or in some cases, cause more damage. When a concussion occurs, it is important to seek medical ...

What is a collarbone fracture?

Packer Fans watched in dismay as Aaron Rodgers hit the ground after being tackled by a Vikings’ player on October 15, 2017. As they watched the slow-motion replay, even fans without medical training knew the angle of Rodgers’ throwing arm and the force of the hit probably meant he would b...

Chad Esker can testify to the health benefits of exercise

Two simple choices changed the course of Chad Esker's life. Eight years ago, Esker decided to make some lifestyle changes when his doctor suggested he should take medication to control his high blood pressure. At the time, Esker, a 37-year-old account support manager at Wausau Financial Systems, wo...

Meet Eric Thiel, MD

Eric J. Thiel, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine and adult joint reconstruction, offers services at the Bone & Joint Center. Dr. Thiel performs total joint replacement on shoulders, knees, and hips, including direct-anterior total hip reconstr...

Did you know that certain foods block calcium absorption?

You try to eat a healthy, calcium-rich diet. You watch your weight. You exercise. You do everything in your power to maintain strong bones because you want to be active well into your 70s and 80s. You even make sure you have a nutritious breakfast of natural whole wheat squares topped cold, vitamin...

Don't let your child's backpack become a real pain

It's hard to believe that school starts in a few weeks, but it's true. Thousands of children laden with book-filled backpacks make their way to bus stops and school buildings every day. According to an American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons' report, the Consumer Product Safety Commission estim...

What is arthroscopic surgery?

Arthroscopy is a diagnostic and surgical procedure that uses small button-sized incisions to examine or treat medical conditions. Matt knows first-hand how arthroscopic surgery is used to treat orthopedic injuries. Six months after breaking his kneecap, Matt's knee locked. He couldn’t bend or exte...