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Why Do My Wrists Hurt When I Do Push-Ups? A Surgeon Explains

Wrist pain during push-ups, planks and yoga is usually about how far the wrist bends back under load. A hand surgeon explains when it is position, when it is a ligament, cartilage or cyst problem, and when it is worth an evaluation.

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Dr. Kathy Weber Named to Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame

Dr. Kathy Weber of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush has been named to the Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

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Why Does My Thumb Hurt When I Grip? A Surgeon Explains

Thumb pain when gripping or pinching usually traces to one of four spots at the base of the thumb. A hand surgeon explains how the location and the trigger point to the cause, and when it is worth an evaluation.

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Why Is My Pinky Finger Numb? A Hand Surgeon Explains

A numb pinky or ring finger usually points to the ulnar nerve at the elbow rather than carpal tunnel. What causes it, what makes it worse, and when it is worth an evaluation.

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Caleb Williams Hamstring Injury:How Long Will He Be Out?

Bears QB Caleb Williams left Week 2 with a non-contact hamstring injury. Sports medicine surgeon Dr. Jorge Chahla explains what the MRI will reveal.

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Sam Darnold’s Glute Injury: A Sports Medicine Expert Explains

Sam Darnold has a glute injury, not a hip injury. Dr. Jorge Chahla of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush explains what a unique soft tissue injury could involve.

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Why Do My Hands Go Numb When I Sleep? A Surgeon Explains

Hands that go numb at night usually mean pressure on a nerve at the wrist or elbow. Which fingers are affected tells you which — and when it is worth an evaluation.

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Remembering Dr. Gunnar Andersson

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush honors Dr. Gunnar Andersson, founding physician, spine surgeon, and researcher who shaped spine surgery for nearly 30 years.

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Why You Get Shorter as You Age: Spine Surgeon Dr. Nathan Lee Explains

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush spine surgeon Dr. Nathan Lee explains why we lose height with age, when height loss signals a problem, and how to protect your spine.

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Dr. Kern Singh Keynotes the World Neurosciences Summit

Dr. Kern Singh of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush delivered the keynote "The Surgeon Athlete: Keys to Longevity" in New Delhi.

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Coby Bryant's Knee Injury, Explained: What the Diagnosis Means and What Recovery Typically Looks Like

Orthopedic sports medicine experts at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush break down Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant's knee injury and what recovery typically looks like.

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Severe Scoliosis Surgery in Chicago: How One Teen Dancer Got Her Life Back

Dr. Nathan Lee helped a teenage dancer with severe scoliosis return to the stage after spinal fusion surgery. Read Ashtyn's story.

Ezell Smith, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush patient story

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Outpatient Knee Replacement Chicago | Ezell's Story

Ezell Smith struggled with knee pain for years. Learn how outpatient knee replacement at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush changed his life.

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Microfracture Surgery for Ankle Pain | Elizabeth's Story

After years of chronic ankle pain from repeated injuries, Elizabeth found relief through microfracture surgery and tendon repair at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.

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Orthopedic Program at Rush Ranked Top 10 in the Nation

The orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center climbs to No. 9 nationally for 2026-2027.