Hand to Shoulder Specialists of Wisconsin

06/16/2026

8 Types of Shoulder Surgeries.

Shoulder surgeries range from minimally invasive options to open procedures. In some cases, an artificial shoulder replacement is necessary. While surgery involves risk, most people find relief with a successful shoulder procedure.

06/09/2026

Why Shoulder Bursitis Happens and How You Can Treat It.

Shoulder bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, a fluid-filled sac, in the shoulder joint. This inflammation is often due to repetitive motion or injury. Effective treatment and prevention are based on the reasons that you develop the condition.

06/02/2026

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06/02/2026

Signs of a Rotator Cuff Tear and How to Help It Heal.

Rotator cuff tears can cause shoulder pain and difficulty lifting your arm, symptoms that can get worse at night. Treatment usually involves rest and physical therapy, though more severe cases may need surgery.

05/26/2026

What Is Rotator Cuff Pain?

Rotator cuff pain is felt at the front and side of your shoulder and upper arm. It can be caused by tendinitis, tears, or tendinosis and can lead to problems like restricted arm movement.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/06/2026

04/27/2026

Removing the sling reduces pain immediately after shoulder surgery.

A broad arm sling is traditionally applied following shoulder surgery for protection of repair and ‘for comfort’. It has never been proved however that the use of a sling actually leads to reduced pain. The aim of our prospective study was to quantify a patient's immediate post-surgical pain wit...

04/26/2026

The big winner of the grip strength competition is… DR. HODGSON! Congrats Dr. Hodgson! Regardless of grip strength, all of our Surgeons at Hand to Shoulder Specialists of Wisconsin share something in common… their strength in surgical precision and patient care! Our Doctors, Therapists and Staff would Love to serve you!