Every year, nearly 2 million Americans report paying a visit to their doctor due to issues related to a rotator cuff tear. Made of muscles and tendons, the rotator cuff is what keeps your upper arm bone secured within your shoulder socket. Rotator cuff tear causes include physical injury, progressive degeneration and wear and tear […]
These days, most of us are spending the majority of our time at home. Even though we’re staying “Safer at Home” to avoid spreading COVID-19, it is still important to stay active and healthy. But the reality is staying active and eating healthy at home seems deceivingly easier than it actually is. You might be […]
At the Kennedy Center and Mercy Medical Hospital, we are cognizant and proactive in our measures to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. In addition, we are monitoring the latest updates and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health department. If you have a scheduled appointment or procedure […]
Dr. Jeffrey McLaughlin has been practicing orthopedics in the Fox Valley for nearly three decades. During this time, he has developed a reputation as one of the best orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin. Patients have trusted the outstanding care provided by Dr. McLaughlin and his team, many of whom have been at the Kennedy Center since […]
As orthopedic specialists, we think really knowing your doctor is an important step in feeling comfortable with your healthcare team. At the Kennedy Center, our expert surgical team is passionate about their work, and it shows. To give you an inside look, we asked one of our orthopedic surgeons, Dr. David Bingham, a few questions […]
After a rotator cuff tear, some injuries can be treated with rest, ice, heat, steroid injections, low-resistance exercise and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. However, surgery is the most common form of treatment. When those nonsurgical treatment options are exhausted, or if your doctor deems an injury serious enough, surgery will be recommended. Many factors […]
Thanks to improved surgical methods and modern pain-management techniques, Kennedy Center orthopedic surgeons are now offering a same day joint replacement option for total hip and knee replacement patients. What exactly does “same day” mean? Similar to an outpatient procedure, patients who have a same day hip or knee replacement are released from the hospital […]
Living with shoulder pain can be unbearable, making the smallest daily tasks difficult or even impossible. From washing your hair, to sleeping, to reaching into your back pocket, you probably feel your aching shoulder with every move. If this sounds familiar, it may be time to seek shoulder pain treatment. The sooner your shoulder is […]
We all may experience joint pain at some time in our lives. Whether from aging, an injury or long-term repetitive use of a joint, pain can develop in our shoulders, hips, knees, wrists and more. But, living with joint pain should never be considered a normal part of life. So, how do you know when […]
Knee surgery can mean major benefits for your active life, but the whole process can seem daunting. Between consultations, evaluations, appointments and recovery time, knee surgery can seem like an overwhelming process. Although recovery is different for everyone, there are a few things that can be done beforehand so you’re better prepared. Here are our […]
