Returning to Sports After an ACL Tear
The knee may comprise four primary ligaments, but the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the one most commonly injured, especially for athletes. Still, while ACL tears are common, they don’t necessarily mean the end of your athletic career—most people who tear their ACL have a full recovery and can return to their sports without long-term […]
Meet Our Top Doctors!
5280 Magazine has released its 2025 list of the Denver metro area’s top doctors, and six of the doctors on the list can be found at Orthopedic Associates. With subspecialties that range from hip replacement to arthritis in the fingers, our top doctors cover a range of orthopedic and sports medicine needs so that, no […]
Stay Active, Stay Safe: Expert Advice for a Mobile Summer
Summer is a time of activity. Whether you’re hitting the hiking trails, kayaking on the lake, or swimming to cool off, there are a plethora of ways for you to spend the long summer days. However, the more active you are, the more likely mobility issues may arise, especially if your body isn’t conditioned to […]
Staying Safe on the Slopes: Understanding Common Skiing Injuries
For those who enjoy hitting the slopes, it’s exhilarating to cut through the icy air, gaining momentum as you take in the view and feel the adrenaline rush that comes from riding down a mountain. However, even though skiing is fun, it’s still a sport, which means there is a potential for injury. Skiing has […]
Tips To Make Your Workspace Orthopedic-Friendly
If you’re dealing with aches and pains in your free time, it may be time to look at how your workspace is set up; after all, it’s where we spend hours of our day. For those who work at a desk, ergonomics is all the more important in protecting your body, especially your back. Create […]
Managing Arthritis in Cold Weather
If you have arthritis, you’re probably familiar with the way that cold weather makes your joints protest movement even more. Not only can the cold weather bring along greater joint aches and pains, but the ensuing stiffness can affect your balance and reflexes, which may make you more susceptible to falling if you step on […]
Winter Slip and Fall Prevention: Staying Safe on Icy Surfaces
While the snow-dusted trees can be beautiful, there is also an extra set of dangers to be aware of as the temperatures dip. Namely, when ice coats the sidewalks, your balance may be called into question more than it is during any other season. It’s estimated that around 1 million adults in the United States […]
Managing Arthritis in Cold Weather
If you have arthritis, you’re probably familiar with the way that cold weather makes your joints protest movement even more. Not only can the cold weather bring along greater joint aches and pains, but the ensuing stiffness can affect your balance and reflexes, which may make you more susceptible to falling if you step on […]
4 Ways to Protect Your Spine
The spine serves as our body’s pillar, providing the foundation for the rest of our body to stand and move. It’s a hard worker, which means we need to do what we can to keep it healthy. Here are four ways that you can do that: Upgrade Your Sleeping Surface and Habits The spine works […]
Tricks for Treating Joint Pain This Fall
As you gear up for Halloween, you may be wondering how you’ll manage to keep up with your kids during their costumed trek around the neighborhood, especially since some movement can be good for joint pain, but too much can make the pain worse. In preparation for Halloween, try out these tricks to treat yourself […]