The Appendix of the Shoulder
Lots of people have had their appendix removed. Others have had their gallbladder, tonsils, or wisdom teeth surgically removed due to issues that arise from their continued presence.
The Acromion Anomaly
The shoulder is a complex joint that is capable of a wide variety of functions due to the
ball-and-socket nature of its make-up. The devil is in the details when it comes to the shoulder. One of those details is the acromion.
Ankle Sprains
When it comes to sports injuries, ankle sprains are one of the most common ailments we see. They can occur, not only during athletic endeavors, but also during common day-to-day activities. No one is immune.
Stress Fractures
As Spring makes its joyful arrival, the runners are pounding the pavement and turning left on the track once again. With running season well underway, the occurrence of stress fractures rears its ugly head.
The Importance of Cross-Training
March, and hopefully Spring, are upon us! This tends to be the time of the year when folks lose sight of their New Year’s resolutions, especially if the weather is still rather cold and dreary.
Osteoporosis
When our physicians here at OAW are treating patients, special considerations are made for patients based on their age, gender, and activity level. One of those considerations is in the realm of bone density when treating older patients ...
Newest OAW Facility
Perhaps you have already driven by the new complex at 5330 South Racine Avenue in New Berlin, but in case you haven’t, the OAW New Berlin Indoor Sports Complex is open and ready for recreational activity!
Throwing Mechanics
With baseball season on the horizon, our shoulder and elbow specialists are already gearing up for the inevitable injuries that will ensue.
Nutrition for Healing
No medical professional working at a surgical practice is going to argue that post-operative recovery is an easy road, regardless of the surgery you endure.
Topical Analgesics
At this festive time of the year, people hate to add a doctor’s appointment to their already busy schedules. However, aches, pains, and injuries don’t typically show any regard for our social calendars and to-do lists.