Orthopedic Institute

02/25/2026

Dr. Adler breaks down the UNI knee replacement and why it can be a game-changer for the right patients.

Schedule your visit with Dr. Adler today!
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02/24/2026

Injured and not sure where to go?

Sprains, fractures, joint pain ➡ OI Now Walk-In Clinic

Life-threatening injuries ➡ Emergency Room

Our walk-in clinics offer the care you need without the long waits or high costs of a hospital emergency room.

From sprains to fractures, our team specializes in orthopedic injuries, ensuring you receive focused and effective treatment.

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02/19/2026

Low back pain does not have to control your life, and you have more options than you think.

In this video, Matthew K. Wingate, MD, breaks down the step-by-step approach we take to help patients move forward with confidence.

We often start with physical therapy to improve strength, flexibility, and core stability. If pain continues, our pain management team explores non-surgical options like targeted injections. And for patients who have tried conservative care but are still struggling with chronic low back pain, a lumbar disc replacement may offer real relief.

If low back pain is slowing you down, schedule a visit with Dr. Wingate and our spine team today!

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02/18/2026

A Bright Spot Patient is someone who overcomes obstacles and achieves meaningful health goals. Today, we are proud to celebrate Gabrielle Hardie!

After strength training, Gabrielle is back to competing in gymnastics.

Special thanks to Brad Pfeifle, VP, ATC, for being a part of Gabrielle’s recovery.

02/17/2026

Want to know the one thing Matthew K. Wingate, MD, tells every patient?

Movement is medicine.

Dr. Wingate encourages his patients to aim for about an hour a day of:
✔️ Cardio
✔️ Strength training
✔️ Resistance work

Consistent exercise doesn’t just improve low back pain. It improves energy, confidence, and overall wellbeing.

If low back pain is slowing you down, we’re here to help! Schedule your visit with Dr. Wingate today.

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02/17/2026

We’re proud to announce that James T. Brunz, MD, has been named an Intracept® Center of Excellence physician — a distinction awarded to a select group of physicians nationwide for advanced expertise in treating chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.

A fellowship-trained interventional spine physician with more than 20 years of experience, Dr.Brunz has treated thousands of patients with complex spine and pain conditions.

Read the full press release to learn more about this designation and what it means for patients.

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02/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ashlynn Hoback to Orthopedic Institute!

Ashlynn joins the OI team as an orthotics and prosthetics professional with a strong academic background and a passion for patient-centered care. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Creighton University and a Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics from Concordia University–St. Paul. She recently completed her orthotic and prosthetic residency in the Chicagoland area.

When she’s not at work, you can find her baking sourdough, crafting, or spending time with family and friends.

Welcome to OI, Ashlynn, we can't wait to see how you will positively impact our patients' lives!

02/12/2026

Struggling with knee arthritis? Michael J. Adler, MD, can help you get relief without a total replacement.

In this video, Dr. Adler explains how a “uni” knee replacement treats only the damaged part of your knee, leaving healthy tissue, ligaments, and tendons intact.

That means:
✔️ Less tissue damage
✔️ Less bone removed
✔️ Faster recovery

Wondering if you’re a candidate? Schedule your visit with Dr. Adler today!

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02/11/2026

What gets Dr. Wingate out of bed in the morning? Seeing patients get back to their lives.

Meet Matthew K. Wingate, MD, Neck & Spine Specialist at Orthopedic Institute.

From young athletes to grandparents, his passion is simple: restoring movement, relieving pain, and getting patients back to life.

Back to the field.
Back to the golf course.
Back to cheering in the stands.
Back to walking without pain.

If you are struggling with neck or spine pain, schedule your visit with Dr. Wingate today!

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02/05/2026

We are proud to celebrate James T. Brunz, MD on this incredible milestone - treating 200 patients with the Intracept™ Procedure!

This achievement reflects Dr. Brunz’s commitment to innovation and his passion for helping patients find lasting relief from chronic vertebrogenic low back pain.

Congratulations, Dr. Brunz, and thank you for helping patients Get Relief. Move Better. Live Stronger.

Congratulations to James T. Brunz, MD, for treating 200 patients with the Intracept™ Procedure! You are changing the paradigm for chronic low back pain, and we celebrate your work identifying and treating these 200 patients in your community with the Procedure. https://ln...

02/04/2026

Today we celebrate the girls and women who inspire us to move stronger, compete harder, and dream bigger — on the field, in the gym, and everywhere in between.

For National Girls & Women in Sports Day, we want to hear from YOU! Comment below and tag your favorite female athlete or share a photo that inspires you. Let’s fill the feed with strength, confidence, and power.

And the celebration doesn’t stop today. We’re highlighting girls and women in sports all week long on our OI Performance page. Go check it out!