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Scare tactic or serious? 5 Spooky Stories About Joint Health:

October 27, 2014

We’re celebrating Halloween all week long by debunking common myths. Read on to learn the facts. MYTH #1: Exercise makes arthritis pain worse. FACT: Lack of exercise can actually make joints feel stiff. One of the most important ways to maintain strength, range of motion and even minimize arthritis pain is through regular exercise. All joints need rest between exercise sessions, and you should be sure to work with your doctor to select the right exercise regimen for you, but don’t

Beyond the mound: What any young athlete can learn from Mo’ne Davis

September 18, 2014

Our bodies are designed to do many things, but throwing overhand isn’t one of them. Yet every day we see athletes doing just that. In fact, this summer we watched a thirteen-year-old pitcher captivate the country during the Little League World Series. Mo’ne Davis became the first girl to pitch a complete game shut- out in Little League World Series history. In addition to her record-setting performance, Davis also illuminates several sports lessons that any

Know Your Benefits

August 28, 2014

Do you know your benefits? As the end of the year is approaching, it is more important than ever to be familiar with the details of your healthcare plan. From deductibles to the paperwork that goes with it, the new healthcare laws impact many elements that come into play at this time of the year. If your plans include a visit to either of our offices, know that we are here to help you navigate

Pain in the Back(Pack)

August 14, 2014

It’s back to school time! Kids across Colorado are heading back to school and most are carrying a heavy load. And those shoulders aren’t slumped just because the carefree days of summer are over. Kids of all ages are lugging heavy backpacks full of books, school work and sports equipment – and they often tip the scales at 30 pounds or more! “That’s far too much weight for most children’s frames to bear,” says Advanced

It’s all in the wrist…

July 24, 2014

Your wrist and hands are home to more small bones, joints and ligaments than you may realize. These joints can become inflamed and ligaments injured in the most instinctive of activities. Did you know that most wrist injuries are either the result of an impact or the byproduct of repetitive use (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis)? The keys to look for in wrist injuries are swelling, lingering pain, and sometimes tingling or numbness – all

Success Story: Ben Nilsson

July 1, 2014

At age 59, Ben Nilsson has seen more action in the mountains of Colorado than most people have in a lifetime. He’s been hiking, alpine skiing, and fly-fishing for decades, and even won a spot as an alternate to compete on the Loveland Ski Area demo team, which competed in the International competition at Aspen Mountain. Nilsson is a full-time ski instructor at Loveland Ski Resort, and he’s skied thousands of vertical feet, both on

Painful back and spine injuries aren’t just for retirees.

June 12, 2014

Just look at 24-year old Ricky Fowler, who has struggled with lower back pain for years. While the experts debate why such a young and fit pro is plagued with chronic pain, they often agree on common issues that contribute to pain in recreational and amateur golfers: flexibility, mobility and the mechanics of the swing. A golf swing inherently creates torque on the lower back and hips. By improving whole-body flexibility, and mobility specifically in

MAKOplasty

May 22, 2014

Knee arthritis patients who have exhausted non-surgical treatment for knee pain have a relatively new option to delay total knee replacement. It’s called MAKOplasty – a minimally invasive, computer navigated and robotic assisted approach to partial knee-resurfacing. Active adults whose arthritis has not advanced to all three knee compartments, and have an otherwise healthy knee, are often good candidates for the procedure. First performed in Colorado for HealthONE by Advanced Orthopedic’s Dr. Harold Hunt at Sky Ridge Medical Center in South

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