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The Colorado Sun recently featured us in an article about Meeker transforming into a medical tourism destination. We are very thankful for the entire community embracing our patients from both near and far for advanced orthopedic treatment. We also thank Nancy Lofholm for writing such an excellent article about our community. Please take a moment…
Read MoreFor many people, knee replacement surgery is a critical step to restoring a pain-free life and regaining the full function of your knee joint. This can be a life-changing procedure that leads you along a path toward a healthier lifestyle. Once you fully recover, you should be able to resume many of the physical activities…
Read MoreWhen planning your orthopedic surgery, it’s important to consider the timing of your procedure. In some instances involving extremely serious injuries, surgery may be required right away. However, most orthopedic procedures aren’t urgent to complete at the first possible moment. Ideally, you don’t want to delay surgery for too long since this will extend the…
Read MoreIn most instances, physical therapy is a critical component to your recovery after spine surgery. Physical therapy will help improve your flexibility and range of motion, strengthen back muscles, and facilitate proper healing in the surgical region. In addition, you’ll build up your core (the muscles surrounding your spine) in order to reduce the stress…
Read MoreMeeker is a true hidden gem in northwest Colorado. The town is located near the dense forests of the White River National Forest and home to the Flat Tops Wilderness area. There are roughly 1.5 million acres of BLM land and 580 miles of designated public trails with easy access from town, making Meeker an…
Read MoreKnee replacement is a highly successful procedure, delivering life changing benefits that allow you to resume your favorite activities and live a pain free life. For most knee replacement patients, results are very long lasting. A recent study has shown approximately 90% of knee implants will last at least 20 years; however, in some cases,…
Read MoreEach year, over 17,700 people suffer a spinal cord injury in this country. In many instances, these injuries can be very severe, resulting in debilitating chronic pain. While some people are able to resolve these back injuries using conservative treatments such as physical therapy or spine injections, others may need spine surgery to restore a…
Read MoreFor many individuals suffering from severe arthritis, knee replacement can be a life-changing procedure, allowing them to restore full function and resume a life free of chronic pain. More than 600,000 knee replacement procedures are performed in the United States every year. If you’re unable to find the relief you’re seeking from more conservative treatments…
Read MoreThe Western Slope of Colorado provides a wide range of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, and it’s no surprise that many people in this region lead a very active lifestyle. While skiing, climbing, mountain biking, hiking, and other outdoor activities bring tremendous joy, they also come with the risk of injury. If you’ve suffered a…
Read MoreSpine surgery is a major procedure that often involves a lengthy recovery process. For many people who haven’t experienced an improvement in pain and other symptoms through more conservative treatments, spine surgery may be necessary to eliminate chronic pain and restore function. Due to the lengthy recovery process, it’s important that you understand what to…
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