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7 Sports Medicine questions, answered

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SSM Health Sports Medicine Q+A June 2023

From getting in shape to mysterious aches and pains, SSM Health answers your sports medicine questions. | Photo by Kraken Images

You asked, SSM Health answered. Here are the sports medicine questions readers submitted — and answers by SSM Health Sports Medicine Physician Emily Porter, MD, who discusses mobility, getting in shape after surgery, mysterious aches and pains + more.

How do I get in shape after surgery?

First, check with your surgeon to make sure you are cleared for exercise. If you get the OK from your doctor, start adding light cardiovascular, weight training, and flexibility workouts to your weekly routine.

If it’s been awhile since you exercised regularly, always start slow and work up to longer sessions (working with a personal trainer at your local gym isn’t a bad idea, either).

I just turned 50, and want to remain active as long as possible. I already strength train and walk/jog for cardio — what else should I do?

You’re off to a great start! Consider adding in one-two sessions of yoga or Pilates weekly to help with flexibility, balance, and core strength.

How can I prevent my quads from “twitching” at night?

The two most common causes of muscle twitching are dehydration and low electrolytes. Drink plenty of water (divide your weight in pounds by two, then aim for that many ounces of water per day), and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Stretching before bedtime may also help.

I fell on ice a few months ago and still have left leg pain that feels achy and heavy. Should I see a physical therapist?

Sorry to hear about your fall! If it’s been a few months and it’s still painful, I recommend scheduling an appointment with a sports medicine doctor for evaluation and specific suggestions for treatment.

But wait, there’s more. Read Dr. Porter’s answers to three more questions below.*

Trigger finger, strains + tronchator bursitis

Events

Friday, June 9

Madison Bike Week Celebration | Friday, June 9 | 5-8 p.m. | Brittingham Park, 829 W. Washington Ave., Madison | Free | Join other local cyclists in celebrating the end to Bike Week.
The Merge | Friday, June 9 | 8 p.m. | Glass Nickel Pizza Co., 2916 Atwood Ave., Madison | $20-$22 | A blend of quick-witted club stand-up comedians with Monkey Business Institute’s cast of professional improvisers.

Saturday, June 10

SummerPalooza Festival | Saturday, June 10 | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Madison Children’s Museum, 100 N. Hamilton St., Madison | Free | Kick off summer with free museum admission, activities, a parade, and live entertainment.
Madison Mallards vs. Lakeshore | Saturday, June 10 | 4:05 p.m. | Warner Park, 2920 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | $6.08 | It’s 5 o’clock all night at the Duck Pond.*

Sunday, June 11

Marquette Waterfront Festival | Sunday, June 11 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Yahara Place Park, 2025 Yahara Pl., Madison | Cost of purchase | Enjoy live music, along with vendors from your favorite local restaurants, kids games, and the Fools’ Flotilla.
Kids on the Prairie | Sunday, June 11 | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Holy Wisdom Monastery, 4200 Co Hwy., Middleton | Free | Kids and their families will explore nature trails and learn about our role in caring for the earth.

Monday, June 12

Family Movie Monday | Monday, June 12 | 6 p.m. | Pinney Library, 204 Cottage Grove Rd., Madison | Free | Catch a screening of “The LEGO Movie” on the Pinney Patio.
Pop Up Library at the Park | Monday, June 12 | 2-3 p.m. | Aldo Leopold Park, 2906 Traceway Dr., Madison | Free | Join Fitchburg Public Library for activities, crafts, and stories.

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Finance

🪺 How’s your nest egg doing?

Don’t make these seven mistakes when hiring a financial advisor. | Photo by SmartAsset

Life should be a balance of adventure and relaxation — not finances. Enter: Working with a financial advisor.

But choosing the wrong one could potentially wreak havoc on your retirement and investments.

Check out these seven secrets comfortable retirees know about hiring one, so you can optimize your savings and get back to the balance that matters most — explore, relax, or both?*

See all 7 secrets

News Notes

Community

The Madison Police Department is welcoming officers from Jordan on a study trip to learn about advancing women in policing. Jordan has changed its policy on women in the police force, and the Jordanian officers are hoping to emulate MPD’s success in recruiting women. (NBC 15)

Listen

While officials insist that noise mitigation is a priority, implementing noise-reduction measures around Truax Field — where F-35 jets are stationed — could take years. Studies are being conducted to quell the potentially harmful noise that locals have expressed concern over. (Cap Times)

Arts

The Madison Arts Commission and Madison College will collaborate with artist Austen Brantley, who has been commissioned to design a sculpture for the Darbo-Worthington neighborhood. He will discuss the project with locals at the Shaved Ice Social on Monday, June 12.

Health

This Saturday, June 10, Elver Park hosts the 10th annual Walk to End Epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation provides support for over 350,000 Wisconsinites annually who are affected by the brain disorder which causes recurrent seizures. Register here. (NBC 15)

Award

The Wisconsin Alumni Association is honoring Dr. Rev. Alex Gee with a Luminary Award. Gee is known in the Madison community for founding the Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development and the upcoming Center for Black Excellence and Culture. (Madison 365)

Cause

Willma’s Fund, which offers resources to LGBTQ+ locals experiencing homelessness, is unavailable until July 1 due to a lack of funding. OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center, which operates Willma’s Fund, is always accepting donations.

Learn

We Read returns at the Madison Public Library with a brand-new activity. Simply pick up a We Read Card Deck from your local library, the Dream Bus, or a community event, complete the actions, and get a reward. Bonus: Some cards feature challenges where you can receive a prize in-person at your library.*

The Buy

Enjoy a cold one and get entered to win a round of golf for you and your dad? Sounds like a win-win. Buy a pint of Guinness from these participating bars, and you’ll earn entries for a chance to win a Father’s Day round of golf for two, compliments of Frank Beer Distributors.*

Business

Coming soon to Madison

Coming soon to Madison: Restaurants, bakeries, and breweries

Cookies or pie? Miggy’s offers the best of both worlds. | Photo by @migysbakes

Baked goods, beer, and bar snacks — oh my. Get ready to enjoy these spots coming soon to Madison.

Miggy’s Bakes | 6712 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Middleton
Opening: Saturday, June 17
Local baker Shelby Olstad started selling sweet treats in the 608 at local markets and businesses in 2021 and is now opening her own brick-and-mortar.

The Herbiery Taproom | 2015 Winnebago St., Madison
Opening: Saturday, June 24
Owner Nick “Nia” Ryan takes a unique approach to beer by only crafting hop-free brews.

Butterbird | 1134 Regent St., Madison
Opening: Fall of 2023
The Harvey House is opening a sister restaurant this fall that will feature more casual fare than its upscale supper club menu. Think: Fried and rotisserie chicken, draft cocktails, bar snacks.

Fabiola’s | 1301 Regent St. |
Opening: TBD
Goodbye Rocky Rococo’s, hello Fabiola’s. The owners of Leopold’s Cafe will turn its adjoining space — which used to be home to Rocky Rococo’s — into an old-school Italian eatery in an attempt to “bring red sauce back to Greenbush.”

The Wrap

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