ARTICLES
Most Frequently Asked Questions About Elbow Surgery
For some people with elbow pain, physical therapy and rest are enough; for others, surgery is necessary to get back to enjoying the life you deserve.
Is Post-Surgery Bruising Normal?
In the days following a surgical procedure, there’s a lot to keep track of, but knowing what’s common and not post-surgery often brings a sense of calm.
How to Identify the Severity of Your Hip Pain
According to the Center for Disease Control, around 7% of all American adults suffer from hip pain. As we age and activities become more painful, it can be difficult to know when something is seriously wrong or just a normal ache and pain.
4 Tips for Running in the Cold
Though it’s tempting to hang up your shoes for the winter and wait for spring, don’t underestimate the benefits of running in the cold.
Ice Skating Safely: The Do’s and Don’ts of Preventing Injury
People across Chicagoland are looking for things to do outside the house as the holiday season arrives and temperatures continue to plummet. With limited outdoor activities available during the colder winter months, ice skating remains a timeless holiday activity, bringing families and friends together.
Avoid Backyard Football Injuries this Thanksgiving
It’s that time of year again: the weather has cooled down, family and old friends are back in town, and teams have been picked for the annual family Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl.
What to Expect After ACL Surgery
The period following any surgery is physically and emotionally daunting. We’ve worked with hundreds of ACL surgery patients, helping them through everything from pre-surgery jitters to post-surgery recovery. After ACL surgery, the questions we get most often are “When can I go back to work?” or “When can I play my sport again?” And unfortunately, the answer is: it depends.
5 Stretches to Get You Through the Back-to-School Stress
Whether you’re a teacher with a five-minute break during your planning period, a parent waking up before packing your child’s lunch, or a student worried about an upcoming test, taking a minute or two to do a couple of stretches throughout the day relaxes your muscles and sends positive signals to your brain.
Workplace Ergonomics: How to Prevent Injuries and Work Comfortably at Your Desk
After a long day of work sitting behind a computer, there is nothing better than a long walk to stretch out those legs. While falls and lacerations attract attention regarding workplace injuries, long-term poor posture and computer use frequently lead to just as many disruptive injuries.
5 Common Ski and Snowboard Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Any mountain sport will always have an inherent risk, but prevention efforts limit the potential for serious skiing and snowboarding injuries. Here are a couple of the most common winter sports injuries and what steps you can take to prevent them from causing long-term consequences.
Location Information
Surgical Affiliations
Geneva Surgical Suites
119 Elizabeth Ln., Genoa City, WI 53128
Phone: 262-295-1213
Alexian Brothers Medical Center
800 Biesterfield Rd.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Phone: 847-437-5500
St. Alexius Medical Center
1555 Barrington Rd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Phone: 847-843-2000
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
450 West Highway 22
Barrington, IL 60010
Phone: 847-381-0123