High School Athletes: Sports Medicine Tips to Make the Most of Your Summer “Off” Season
Today, many teenage athletes compete for their high school and go straight to or from a club sports season. Multi-sport athletes may be stacking multiple commitments during the same season – going from volleyball to track or tennis to soccer, for example – in the same season. And while cross-training can be great, this intensity, […]
Athletes: How Sports Medicine Keeps You in the Game
Injuries are a common occurrence in the world of sports. It is estimated that one in five athletes will sustain an injury during their career. A sports injury can be a serious setback for any athlete, but trained sports medicine specialists can help chart a successful and efficient recovery plan. Sports injury recovery times are […]
ER, urgent care, or a doctor’s office…Where should I go for care with an orthopedic injury?
When you need orthopedic care, choosing where to go and when is an important first step in finding relief. It is important to remember that if you are facing a life-or-limb-threatening emergency, calling 911 and going to the emergency room is the right thing to do. How do you decide whether to visit a physician’s […]
Party Ready? Your head-to-toe guide to this year’s holiday celebrations
Last year, many of us celebrated low-key holidays in our sweats and PJs, but this year, more people are gearing up for a season of festive – if still socially distanced – events. That means doing many things we haven’t done in a while. With the holidays upon us, are you party-ready from head to […]
Sports Injury Prevention: Spring Sports Conditioning and Rebuilding Good Habits are Key
PLUS: Tips for Young Athletes For many people, the past year has been hard on our bodies. We fell out of our routines and took on new ones, some to the detriment of our physical fitness. Even our kids are feeling the difference from shortened or canceled sports seasons, missing P.E. and recess at school, […]
Choosing a Denver orthopedic surgeon? Four considerations for finding the right fit.
If you’re trying to choose a Denver orthopedic surgeon, there are several important things to consider so that you can find the right fit for your needs. Here are four to get you started. A good Denver orthopedic surgeon wants it to be all about you First, it’s important to think through your personal situation […]
Social Distancing Restrictions Are Easing. Should I still schedule a telehealth appointment?
Even as stay-at-home restrictions begin to ease, we understand that Coloradans want to stay safe and healthy, and it will take time until visits in our office are back to “normal.” Until then, we have options to enable patients to meet with their doctor and continue to make progress with treatment plans and recovery. One […]
Learning how to work from home? A survival guide for staying healthy and sane.
Whether you are used to a work from home environment or it’s totally new to you, there are many things you can do you keep yourself in good health both mentally and physically. And while these tips apply any time, they are especially relevant right now. Consider these tips to keep yourself and anyone you […]
Work Hard, Play Hard: How Sports Medicine specialist Dr. Wayne Gersoff Has Helped Pro and Amateur Athletes Be Active and Stay in the Game
The sports medicine expert’s lifelong love of athletics inspires him to help patients even with severe injuries return to an active life “People who are active want to stay active,” says Dr. Wayne Gersoff, and he should know. Not only is he a leader in sports medicine who’s helped keep top athletes – professional, collegiate, […]
