A torn ACL isn’t just another injury—it can be a game-changer. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, that pop in your knee can feel like the end of a season or even a career. But it doesn’t have to be. The right treatment can get you back to full speed, but it’s important to understand your treatment options and what to expect. What Is the ACL and Why Does It Matter? The
People of all ages and circumstances should understand their osteoporosis risk and learn how to maintain healthy bones, but you may not even think about bone health or osteoporosis unless you’ve broken a bone as an adult, or experienced other symptoms. And many of us only start to think about bone health as we and our friends and family age. So, what is bone health and what can you do to maintain it? Here, we answer
Your knees help support your weight and let your legs bend and move. Almost any movement that uses your legs relies on your knees — your knees help when you’re walking, running, and jumping. Neglecting a long-term knee injury increases the likelihood of developing degenerative conditions and causing irreversible joint damage. Conditions like osteoarthritis, characterized by the gradual breakdown of joint cartilage, commonly result from untreated knee injuries. Other conditions such as chronic pain, increased risk
For many people, knee pain has become an unwelcome part of life. Your knees help support your weight and let your legs bend and move. Almost any movement that uses your legs relies on your knees. Osteoarthritis of the knee happens when cartilage in your knee joint breaks down. When this happens, the bones in your knee joint rub together, causing friction that makes your knees hurt, become stiff, or swell. As the disease advances,
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a significant concern that can impact mobility and quality of life. Understanding the role of an ACL specialist is crucial for effective treatment and recovery. Let’s explore what ACL specialists do, the qualities to look for when choosing one, and when you might need their expertise. What does an ACL specialist do? An ACL specialist is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in diagnosing and treating injuries related to
Tendonitis of the biceps isn’t just about pain, although there is plenty of that: pain that interferes with your activities of daily living, pain that interferes with your sleep, chronic sharp pain with persistent inflammation that can lead to a long list of complications and long-term consequences from progressive shoulder/arm weakness to possible permanent loss of strength/flexibility. Left untreated, tendonitis of the biceps can lead to structural damage, potential tendon tears, and an increased risk
When we think about performing tasks with the upper extremities, what usually comes to mind is our hands and wrists. But without the elbow, so much of what you do each day would be impossible. Think about it: Without your elbow, which governs the placement of your hand in space, much of your upper body movement would have to come from your shoulders and wrists. If chronic elbow instability is left untreated, it can lead to
Because the symptoms of tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) can be confused with other conditions, proper evaluation is essential so that a correct diagnosis can be made and appropriate treatment initiated. That’s why the place to start is with one of the accomplished and highly skilled specialists at OCC – Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver, Parker, or Aurora, Colorado. Without treatment, TTS can lead to nerve damage. If you develop nerve damage, it
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