Were You Born to Run? How to Achieve Maximum Running Performance and Prevent Running Injuries

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Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting up, improving your running form and performance may only require a few simple changes. Regardless of your running experience, this program will help you get onto the path of becoming a successful runner for a lifetime, and get you to the finish line injury free. Physical therapists, Dr. Robby Amiot, DPM, a dietitian and an athletic trainer will bring their experience and latest running science to your temporarily stationary feet.  Topics include dietary recommendations for running performance enhancement, injury prevention from physical conditioning, performance enhancement training, and foot and ankle taping.  Lace up your shoes and run to register, because seating for this program is limited.

Date:
Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Time:
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Location:
West Wood Health and Fitness Center

Register: Online

Cost:
Free

Prevention and Treatment of Common Knee and Shoulder Injuries in Athletes

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Join orthopedic surgeon Ryan J. Kehoe, MD, and learn how you can prevent common knee and shoulder injuries to keep yourself in the game all season long.
Register now by calling 262-928-2745

August 14th,
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at West Wood Health & Fitness Center
Cost: Free

Running Shoe Assessments for the Family Fun Run

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Dr. Sean Wilson will be performing running shoe assessments on the Fitness Floor at West Wood Health and Fitness Center on June 26th from 5-6pm and on June 27th from 5:30-6:30pm for race participants. The Family Fun Run and Safety Fair is a day for the family to benefit Special Olympics.

To schedule your running shoe assessment, call 262-513-7206
June 26th from 5-6pm and June 27th from 5:30-6:30pm

A New Option in Joint Replacement

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Join Orthopedic surgeons Dr. Jeffrey Larson and Dr. James Wood as they discuss a new hip replacement surgery which can spare the major muscles surrounding the hip joint. The Anterior Approach for total hip replacement is a tissue-sparing alternative to traditional hip replacement surgery that provides the potential for less pain, faster recovery, and improved mobility. If you’ve been contemplating getting that bothersome hip replaced, this new technique might be just the option for you!

Attend our free seminar on Wednesday, May 9th from 6-7pm
Wheaton Franciscan – Elmbrook Memorial Campus, 19333 W. North Avenue, Brookfield, WI 53045
Lobby Conference Room

April is National Youth Sports Safety Month

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The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has created Play It Safe, a Guide to Safety for Young Athletes to help parents, coaches and children prevent sports injuries.

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