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Post Tibial Tendon Dysfunction

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Post-tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a painful condition. Without treatment, the collapsed flat foot that develops from PTTD eventually becomes rigid, and arthritis develops in the foot and ankle. Post tibial tendon dysfunction is usually progressive, which means it will keep getting worse, especially if it isn’t treated early. The place to get the right diagnosis […]

Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement

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A damaged knee can be very painful, limiting your normal activities and significantly reducing your quality of life. When knee pain and dysfunction interfere significantly with daily activities, work, exercise, and social activities, it may be time to consider minimally invasive knee replacement. That’s the time to see the highly skilled and leading orthopedic specialists […]

Hand Fractures

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Your hands play an important role in interacting with the world around you. Breaking one of your hand bones can mean weeks (or longer) of learning new or different ways of navigating your routine. The bones in a normal hand line up precisely, letting you perform many specialized functions like grasping a pen or manipulating […]

CCOE: Your Go-To Orthopedic Solution for Skiing and Snowboarding Injuries

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Skiing and snowboarding bring thrilling experiences to Colorado’s winter landscape, drawing adventure enthusiasts to the slopes. But with these high-energy sports comes an increased risk of injury. The Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence (CCOE) is your go-to solution for skiing and snowboarding injuries, offering comprehensive care for knee, shoulder, wrist, and other common injuries. With […]

Wrist Arthroplasty

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Think of all the things your wrist joint does. It helps you bend, straighten, and rotate your hand. It allows you to wave, wash your hands, wash your hair, drive a car, walk your dog, open mail, button shirts, twist a jar’s lid, text, type, and pick things up. You use your wrist hundreds of […]

Osteonecrosis of the Knee

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Few people have most likely heard of knee osteonecrosis, but it can be a serious condition. In addition to the sudden onset of pain, it can lead to permanent joint damage and the need for joint replacement. Early detection and treatment can help prevent bone and cartilage deterioration. Diagnosis and treatment of osteonecrosis of the […]

Shoulder Separation

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Shoulder pain isn’t normal, and you shouldn’t ignore it. If pain in your shoulder is making everyday tasks difficult, you need to see an orthopedic specialist with knowledge and experience in shoulder pain diagnosis and treatment, like the experts at the Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence in Colorado Springs, Colorado. If left untreated, a shoulder separation […]

Scoliosis

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You may have seen individuals with scoliosis and wondered what it was. Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that most often is diagnosed in adolescents. Most cases of scoliosis are mild, but some curves worsen as children grow. Without treatment,  scoliosis can be disabling and cause many complications. An especially serious spinal curve can […]

Forefoot Fracture

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Forefoot fractures can begin as very small injuries that do not cause severe pain. However, if the bone continues to experience stress, the crack will often deepen and widen, becoming gradually more painful. Eventually, in the worst-case scenario, the stress fracture may progress to become a full fracture. If a forefoot fracture is not treated […]