Bone Spurs
The average person who lives to be 80 years old will walk the equivalent of five times around the world. That’s a lot of steps. So, it’s not surprising that many people develop foot and ankle problems, including bone spurs. Although they can develop on the hands, knees, and spine, they’re particularly common on the foot. […]
Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears and Treatment
A rotator cuff tear is a common injury, especially among athletes and active individuals. Understanding what a rotator cuff tear is, how it happens, and what treatments are available can help you manage your pain, avoid further injury and get on the road to recovery. What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is […]
Denver Hand Doctors Help Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The Denver hand doctors at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists see carpal tunnel syndrome affect many people each year. Carpal tunnel syndrome often causes discomfort and impacts daily activities. Understanding its symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and wrist pain treatment options can help people who are suffering get relief and determine if they need to […]
AC Joint Pain
Pain in the shoulder’s acromioclavicular (AC) joint is a common problem that can be severe and persistent enough to interfere with your daily routine. It can be hard to do the things you’re used to doing because movements like putting on a seat belt or reaching for something high up can be painful. Advanced AC joint injuries […]
Femur Fracture
A femur fracture is a serious injury that usually causes immediate, severe pain. You will not be able to put weight on the injured leg, and it may look deformed—shorter than the other leg and no longer straight. The break may also injure the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves of the leg. When a femur […]
Compartment Syndrome
Compartment syndrome is a painful condition that is the result of a buildup of pressure around a muscle within a muscle compartment. This pressure can decrease blood flow and prevent nourishment and oxygen from reaching nerve and muscle cells, which can lead to tissue death and permanent damage. You can get the best help from […]
Chronic Ankle Laxity
When someone experiences repeated ankle sprains without the right rehabilitation, it can damage and weaken the ligaments, leaving the ankle in a weakened and unstable state. This leads to chronic ankle laxity or instability (CAI). Incomplete healing after an ankle injury may result in continued deterioration of the ligaments and a cycle of chronic instability […]
Pain Relief Through Non-Invasive Neck and Spine Treatments
If you’re seeking relief from neck or spine pain without surgery, read on to explore various non-invasive neck and spine treatment options, lifestyle adjustments, and supportive care options to help manage and alleviate your discomfort. What types of non-invasive neck and spine treatments are available? There are various treatments for neck and spine pain that don’t […]
Mortons’ Neuroma
With Morton’s Neuroma, what may start out feeling as if you’ve got a pebble in your shoe can progress and have serious consequences. This thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes can lead to long-term nerve damage and permanent loss of sensation. Typically, there’s no outward sign of this […]
