Six of The Most Common Injuries Seen in Runners
As runners and athletes, it is common to experience aches and pains. Here are the six most common injuries runners face and the fixes for them from Dr. Michael Ellman, sports medicine specialist! Iliotibial Band Syndrome Illiotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is a when the tendon tissue that runs along the outside of the hip, thigh, … read more
OrthoColorado Hospital is Ranked #1 – The Best Hospital in Colorado for Joint Replacement
In the October 24 edition of Becker’s Hospital Review – the leading publication for healthcare industry leaders, they released the CareChex list of best hospitals for joint replacement surgery. OrthoColorado, Panorama’s physician-owned Hospital, was listed as the number one hospital for joint replacement in the state of Colorado! CareChex, a divison of Quantros, is known … read more
Top Five Foot & Ankle Injuries in Athletes
Put Your Best Foot Forward – Top-Five Foot & Ankle Injuries in Athletes Do you know the top-five foot and ankle injuries in athletes? If you’re a trainer, an athlete or the parent of an athlete, these are the five “bad boys” to know. They can take you out, but it doesn’t have to be forever. … read more
Clearing Up Myths About Laser Spine Surgery
Millions of people have back pain. In fact, The National Pain Foundation, reports low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. To feel better, many people look to laser spine surgery, a technique some say can provide immediate relief – even when other options have failed. The advertisements are so convincing that it’s … read more
Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement – A Different Technique
If you’ve been told you need a knee replacement, you are certainly not alone. Every year, more than 600,000 people undergo the procedure. Just as common as the surgery is the fear many patients experience. They worry about how difficult recovery will be and what the impact will be on their lifestyles and loved ones. … read more
