Training Schedule
| April 6th, 2012
You’ve decided you would like to participate in a running race event. Whether it is a 5K, 10K, half-marathon or full marathon, it is very important to prepare for the race. Different training programs and schedules work at various levels for different people. The biggest thing to remember is to have a plan, including a [...]
Injuries & Medical Problems of Dancers
| October 24th, 2011
I enjoy treating dance injuries despite the fact that I would twist my ankle attempting an arabesque or some of the kicks of Irish dance. My interest comes from involvement with youth and professional ballet dancers in training.
Dance has been described as a recreational activity, a professional activity, and an art form. It has been [...]
Running with Headphones – Good or Bad Idea?
| July 19th, 2011
During your run do you wear headphones? Should you wear headphones? Is it good or bad for your running experience? The argument about using headphones focuses on issues of safety, improved performance and what is allowed during a race. The Fox Cities Marathon and Half Marathon allow headphones, but do not recommend them.
There are two [...]
Dynamic Warm-Up and Stretching
| July 11th, 2011
Stretching is very important for runners. Flexibility exercises maintain optimal joint mobility, which in turn allows for improved distribution of forces across joint surfaces. Stretching and warming up properly can decrease your injury risk. But—when is the best time to stretch?
Static stretching (in which you hold a position for a period of time) is best [...]
Shin Splints: Causes, treatment options and prevention tips
| May 20th, 2011
One of the most common complaints among athletes, particularly at the beginning of the season, is that of “shin splints.” This term is used to describe a pain in the front of the lower leg along the shin bone, or tibia. The pain can stem from injury to the tendons, muscles, or bones in the [...]
Head Injuries
| April 4th, 2011
Head injuries are injuries to the head (skull and soft tissue) but more importantly they can affect the brain. Head injuries involving the brain are called concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries. Concussions are common in contact sports such as hockey, football, soccer or lacrosse but can also occur during non-contact activities such as skiing [...]
Judd Pulley, MD Joins Thedacare Orthopedics Plus
| February 21st, 2011
ThedaCare Orthopedics Plus has added Judd Pulley, MD, as a sports medicine physician and is seeing patients in Appleton, WI.
Dr. Pulley received his medical degree from the University of Illinois and completed his residency at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at St. Luke’s Family Practice. He also completed a sports medicine fellowship at Montana Family Medicine [...]
Ask Our Team: What Could Be Causing My Sons Heel Pain When He Plays Soccer?
| January 27th, 2011
The most common cause of heel pain in kids ages 8-13 years is a condition called sever’s disease or calcaneal apophysitis. Calcaneal apophysis is the growth plate in the back of the heel bone where the achillis attaches. Calcaneal apophysitis is a condition in which the growth plate is irritated or disturbed which causes pain. [...]
Minimally invasive knee surgery for a quicker recovery.
| June 22nd, 2010
For one of my patients, however, it did take two years from the time he injured his knee to the time I performed the quick and extremely effective surgery to repair it. And for the record, I never recommend my patients wait that long to see me about a torn menisca, or any other muscular injury, for that matter