Orthopedics/Sports

LA CROSSE, Wis. — Winter months offer the opportunity for some athletes to rehab some of those nagging injuries. One injury common among runners and ...

When winter storms hit, good balance can prevent falls and injuries — ranging from broken arms, legs or hips to back injuries and concussions. The National ...

Winter weather tends to cause a spike in visits to the emergency department, and wrist injuries are one of the biggest reasons. Dr. Sanj Kakar, ...

If you find yourself rubbing your shoulder after reaching up to take a coffee mug off the shelf, hammering in a nail just over your ...

Just in time for the holidays, much of the nation has been gripped by extreme cold. The frigid temperatures can be very dangerous if you ...

Winter is here, and if you live in a region with a lot of snow, investing in a snowblower can save you a lot of ...

Pain and stiffness in your shoulder can make every activity, including sleep, difficult. Worsening shoulder pain, especially at night, could mean you have a frozen shoulder, ...

LA CROSSE, Wis. — Balance is defined as the body's ability to maintain its center of mass over the base of support. More importantly, especially when ...

The game of pickleball is surging in popularity across the country. It can be played at any age and skill level. While many might assume ...

Your hands are mechanical marvels, with pulleys — in the form of tendons — flexing and extending to open and close your fist, and straighten ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am a 50-year-old man who enjoys running. I have completed several half-marathons and began training for longer distances. A few months ago, ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my early 50s and enjoy an active lifestyle. I recently heard reports of an increase in ankle sprains and broken ...