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Calcaneus Fracture

July 20, 2023

A fracture of the calcaneus, or heel bone, is a serious and disabling injury that can lead to longstanding problems in the foot and ankle. Calcaneus fractures can cause intense pain and make walking more difficult. Without treatment, they may worsen and further damage the broken bone. Because these types of fractures can be hard to treat, it’s imperative to get the best help from the most experienced foot and ankle specialists, like those you’ll

Distal Radius Fracture

July 20, 2023

A distal radius fracture, often known as a “broken wrist, ” can result in complications that can have long-lasting effects if not treated immediately by an orthopedic specialist. There are two types of distal radius fractures, and one can be an extremely painful and serious injury. Your first and safest start to treatment would be to see one of the experienced surgeons at Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver, Parker, and Aurora, Colorado.

Spinal Injections

July 13, 2023

Suffering from chronic pain can significantly decrease your quality of life. Whether you’ve tried certain prescription pain relievers before without much relief or have tried to ignore your pain, hoping it will get better in time, it’s time to get help before the pain gets worse and can lead to complications. Spinal pain is debilitating, making it difficult to move and manage normal activities. At Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver, Parker, or

Osgood-Schlatter Disease

July 11, 2023

No one should have to live with intense pain or discomfort. Least of all, children. Osgood-Schlatter disease is the most common cause of knee pain in children and young adults who are still growing. It is considered an overuse injury of the knee that causes a painful bump and swelling on the shinbone below the knee. Most people have probably never heard of Osgood-Schlatter disease, and the symptoms may resemble other conditions of the knee.

Sports Medicine and Sports Surgeons in Denver: Enhancing Athletic Performance and Recovery

July 5, 2023

Sports medicine is a specialized field that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions related to physical activity and sports participation. Its primary objective is to optimize the performance, endurance, and overall health of athletes, whether they are amateurs or professionals. Sports medicine encompasses a multidisciplinary approach, combining elements of orthopedics, physical therapy, exercise physiology, nutrition, and biomechanics, among others. While sports medicine and orthopedics have many overlapping areas

Reverse total Shoulder

June 27, 2023

Painful shoulder conditions, such as shoulder arthritis and rotator cuff tears, are common. Treatments like medications, physical therapy, and steroid injections can help, but sometimes a surgical option like a reverse total shoulder replacement is the best way to provide long-lasting pain relief. The first step to take is to get a proper diagnosis and the treatment that will most help you, and the place you can trust to get the best, is at Advanced

Ankle Fusion

June 23, 2023

Pain caused by ankle arthritis can become severe and unrelenting, greatly impacting one’s quality of life. An ankle fusion, also called ankle arthrodesis, aims to relieve the pain and maintain or improve function by fusing two or more bones in the ankle. This procedure can help treat a number of different underlying problems in the foot by limiting mobility in the joint. Whatever the cause, no one should have to suffer debilitating pain. The highly-skilled

Brachial Plexus Injury

June 6, 2023

The brachial plexus is the network of nerves that sends signals from the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm, and hand. What commonly happens is the patient has no idea they have a severe injury to the brachial plexus. They know their hand or arm is not working properly, but they often don’t know why, or that there may be a way to treat the problem. It’s important to consult with a trained and experienced

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