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Chordoma

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Cancer is always frightening, no matter where it occurs. One type of cancer that is particularly distressing is chordoma, a rare malignant bone tumor that forms in the spine or the base of the skull. More specifically, it’s a type of sarcoma, which is a broad group of cancers that begin in the bones and […]

Burning Thigh Pain

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Medically, burning thigh pain is referred to as meralgia paraesthetica. The condition is caused by compression of the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve which supplies feeling to the upper leg. It can start as slightly uncomfortable, but grow to become extremely painful and debilitating. Many brush off the feeling as something they get when they wear […]

Ankle Sprain

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Some people may not think ankle sprains are that serious. However, sprains need to be promptly evaluated and treated by highly competent orthopedic specialists like those at Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Sprains untreated or not adequately rehabilitated, or repeat injuries all can cause chronic instability—a condition marked by persistent discomfort and […]

Cervical Radiculopathy

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With cervical radiculopathy, neurological deficits, such as numbness, altered reflexes, or weakness, may radiate anywhere from the neck into the shoulder, arm, hand, or fingers. Pins-and-needles tingling and/or pain, which can range from achy to shock-like or burning, may also radiate down into the arm and/or hand. The longer that numbness and/or weakness lasts in […]

Bone Spurs

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The average person who lives to be 80 years old will walk the equivalent of five times around the world. That’s a lot of steps. So, it’s not surprising that many people develop foot and ankle problems, including bone spurs. Although they can develop on the hands, knees, and spine, they’re particularly common on the foot. […]

AC Joint Pain

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Pain in the shoulder’s acromioclavicular (AC) joint is a common problem that can be severe and persistent enough to interfere with your daily routine. It can be hard to do the things you’re used to doing because movements like putting on a seat belt or reaching for something high up can be painful. Advanced AC joint injuries […]

Femur Fracture

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A femur fracture is a serious injury that usually causes immediate, severe pain. You will not be able to put weight on the injured leg, and it may look deformed—shorter than the other leg and no longer straight. The break may also injure the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves of the leg. When a femur […]

Compartment Syndrome

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Compartment syndrome is a painful condition that is the result of a buildup of pressure around a muscle within a muscle compartment. This pressure can decrease blood flow and prevent nourishment and oxygen from reaching nerve and muscle cells, which can lead to tissue death and permanent damage. The best help you can get is […]

CCOE is Honored to Support Team USA at 2024 Olympics

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The Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence (CCOE) proudly announces its representation among the 58 distinguished medical providers selected to support the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris. CCOE will be part of the 58 United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) sports medicine staff members and additional medical professionals dedicated to providing holistic care […]

Chronic Ankle Laxity

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When someone experiences repeated ankle sprains without the right rehabilitation, it can damage and weaken the ligaments, leaving the ankle in a weakened and unstable state. This leads to chronic ankle laxity or instability (CAI).  Incomplete healing after an ankle injury may result in continued deterioration of the ligaments and a cycle of chronic instability […]