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Inspiration from the Desert: How Dr. Roger Greenberg Lives a BeActive Lifestyle in retirement

February 12, 2019

Dr. Roger Greenberg retired from Advanced Ortho at the end of 2016, but that doesn’t mean that his schedule is any less active. After spending more than 38 years helping hundreds of patients be more active, he and wife Diane lead an incredibly active life splitting their time between Denver and California’s Coachella Valley desert. The couple’s schedule routinely starts at 6 am with a walk for Corzo and Skosh, their two Portugese water dogs,

Did summer running season wear you down? How to cope with runner’s knee pain.

October 31, 2018

What is Runner’s Knee Pain? Runner’s knee pain can encompass a wide range of aching pain around the kneecap that impacts runners and non-runners alike. Runner’s knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, often presents as discomfort that is experienced when bending down, walking downhill or descending stairs. The pain from runner’s knee may be an indication of bone misalignment or a muscular deficiency; however, it is frequently the result of repetitive movements, high-impact training

What to do if you experience numbness in hands or numbness in fingers.

October 30, 2018

Numbness in hands or fingers is a symptom that can be serious and should not be ignored. As with all health emergencies, call 911 or get emergency medical help if hand or finger numbness starts suddenly – especially if it occurs with weakness or inability to move, dizziness, or a sudden, severe headache. Aside from emergencies, while numbness in your fingers or hands could be caused by several factors – including conditions like diabetes and

Success Story: How endurance athlete Ryan Law got back on the race course after surgery with Dr. Ng

October 4, 2018

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 painful and performance-depleting. After extensive online research to better understand the risks and potential upside of having surgery, in October,

What is causing my hip pain? A look at top causes and how to treat them.

August 31, 2018

As the largest, and one of the strongest joints in the body, your hips can put up with a lot of repetitive motion and wear. Cartilage cushions the ball-and-socket to allow for smooth rotation as you walk, run and move.To keep your hip moving smoothly, a complex network of bones, cartilage, muscles, ligaments, and tendons must all work in harmony. But as with all joints, the hip cannot withstand endless overuse,and the muscles, tendons and cartilage

The Anterior Approach to Hip Surgery

July 31, 2018

Seminar on August 23 at 6:30 pm at Sky Ridge Medical Center in the Auditorium on the Garden Level.

When is it time to consider shoulder replacement surgery?

July 30, 2018

And what type of surgery is right for you? Shoulder replacement surgery requires careful thought and planning, but for those who’ve exhausted other treatment options, it can be the best way to restore range of motion, relieve pain and help you return to an active lifestyle. Many different conditions can lead to the severe pain and joint degeneration that necessitates a shoulder replacement, including various types of arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis), serious fractures,

Dr. Keith Jacobson - 2018-2019 President-Elect for ABFAS

Dr. Keith Jacobson Elected as 2018-2019 President-Elect by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery

July 30, 2018

DENVER – July 26, 2018 –Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists is pleased to announce that Keith Jacobson, DPM will serve as an executive officer of the 2018-2019 American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) President-Elect. His term begins September 1. Dr. Jacobson is board certified in reconstructive rear foot/ankle surgery and foot surgery By the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He’s a national expert in foot surgery and reconstructive rear foot and ankle

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