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6 Ways to “Prehab” for Back Surgery
It’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed if your doctor recommends back surgery, but you’re in good company. About 500,000 people have back surgery every year, ranging from minimally invasive decompression procedures to multilevel spinal fusion.
Fast Facts about Hand Surgery with Dr. Raymond Metz
You probably never give your hands a second thought, unless they hurt or stop working properly. Dr. Raymond Metz, CORE Orthopedic’s hand specialist, is always thinking about hands.
When to see a Doctor to Treat your Arthritis
Arthritis is commonly thought of as a natural condition of aging, but that’s not always the case. Sufferers of arthritis include men, women, children…
Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Pain
If your carpal tunnel has been confirmed by your doctor you may want to consider doing hand exercises to help manage and prevent pain.
The 5 Most Common Sports-Related Injuries in Children
Every year approximately 30 million children and teens in the U.S. participate in some form of organized sport. Youth athletes often become active in competitive sports around age seven, with … Continue reading “The 5 Most Common Sports-Related Injuries in Children”
Can an ACL Tear Heal with Surgery?
If you’ve ever been engaged in a sporting activity and heard a loud popping sound in your knee, you can almost be certain that you have torn your ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament). The swelling will set in very quickly and it will be difficult to use your knee.
How Long do Hip Replacements Last?
The longevity of hip and knee replacements are continually improving. With newer technology, better materials, and advanced surgical techniques, orthopedic surgeons are seeing an increase in the lifespan of joint … Continue reading “How Long do Hip Replacements Last?”
Is Same-Day Hip or Knee Surgery Right For You?
Is Same-day hip or knee surgery right for you? Same-day hip or knee surgery, also known as total joint arthroplasty (TJA), is a growing trend that is not slowing down.Over … Continue reading “Is Same-Day Hip or Knee Surgery Right For You?”
Location Information
Surgical Affiliations
Geneva Surgical Suites
119 Elizabeth Ln., Genoa City, WI 53128
Phone: 262-295-1213
Ascension Alexian Brothers
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