Selecting the Right Treatment Option for Ankle Instability
Ankle injuries are very common. Most ankle injuries are the result of straining one of two ankle ligaments (the anterior talofibular ligament and the calcaneofibular ligament.) Many ankle ligament injuries resolve with conservative care such as air casts, activity limits, and medication that treats pain and reduces inflammation. But some people experience repeated ankle sprains, […]
Achilles Tendon Treatment Options
Achilles tendon pain treatments offer effective relief for tendonitis and Achilles tears. Although Achilles injuries are often the result of repetitive sports movements, daily activities can also lead to a tendon injury. Frequently, Achilles injuries are the result of a rapid increase in activity such as repetitive sports movements or increased daily activities that can […]
Sandals Give Bunions a Break, but There’s More to Bunion Treatment
It’s sandal season! If you have a bunion, you may relish the relief of not squeezing your foot into tight-fitting shoes but wearing sandals alone doesn’t qualify as bunion treatment. With summer in full swing, our feet are taking center stage. They often get more use and more exposure as outdoor activities keep us on […]
Beyond Surgery: How to Partner with an Orthopedic Surgeon to Be Active in Your Health
Eager to get out and Be Active this summer? Between spring showers and the lingering impacts of a full year of quarantine life, many people are more excited than ever to get back to sports, fitness and other activities that move them. But if a bone or joint issue has been holding you back, now […]
Denver ankle repair doctors diagnose and treat ankle pain
There are numerous causes of ankle pain from arthritis to trauma, and ankle repair procedures vary widely according to the type of injury or illness. Learn when a sprain, strain or other injury is severe enough to require treatment or surgical solution. In Denver, ankle repair doctors treat the entire spectrum of injuries and illnesses […]
Are you at risk for a ruptured Achilles? How to reduce your risk.
A ruptured Achilles is the most common tendon rupture that can occur in your legs. The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. While it is a strong tendon, it can partially or fully tear, or rupture, if over extended. Certain demographic and lifestyle factors can increase your risk for a […]
Dr. Keith Jacobson Begins Term as President of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS)
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Specialists, a division of Orthopedic Centers of Colorado announced that Dr. Keith Jacobson, DPM was elected as president of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Jacobson’s term runs until September of 2020.
Are your summer activities causing plantar fasciitis?
It’s sandal season! And while that might make you (and your toes) jump for joy, the rest of your foot might not feel the same. In fact, many people experience pain on the bottom of their heel as warmer weather allows us to trade in shoes and boots for flip flops and bare feet. A […]
Success Story: How endurance athlete Ryan Law got back on the race course after surgery with Dr. Ng
Ryan Law loves to run. So much, that in the past seven years, he’s run 11 marathons and seven ultra-marathons/endurance events (3X50 milers, 4X55k+, and Half Ironman – this guy knows how to #BeActive – we are talking serious distance here people!). But for years, he had been fighting through a chronic injury that was […]
