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If you’ve suffered a serious back injury or experience chronic back pain, it’s possible that you’ll need spine surgery to correct the condition and restore a pain free life. In general, surgery will typically be a last resort that is only recommended if more conservative treatment methods such as spine injections, physical therapy or other…
Read MoreIf you’re considering spine surgery, it’s important to understand every aspect of the process to ensure you’re armed with all the information you need to make the right decisions regarding your health. In particular, it’s critical to know what to expect during your recovery after spine surgery since your final outcome will depend on how…
Read MoreHealthgrades, the premier consumer-focused healthcare website in the country, recently released its rankings for top hospitals nationwide. They named Pioneers Medical Center one of the 100 best hospitals nationwide for joint replacement. Healthgrades is the top resource Americans use when trying to find doctors and medical facilities. Pioneers Medical Center earned this prestigious distinction due to…
Read MoreColorado Advanced Orthopedics is committed to providing individuals on the Western Slope with the same exceptional healthcare outcomes typically found in major metropolitan areas. In recent years, we’ve worked with an increasing number of student-athletes after sports injuries, helping them return to their sport and resume peak performance levels. We want to highlight a recent…
Read MoreMeeker features a wide range of events year-round that showcase our town’s vibrant, small-town charm. Winter, in particular, is a great time of year to visit, as you’ll find no shortage of local events that will appeal to the entire family. This is one of the reasons why many of our out-of-town patients choose to…
Read MoreFor most of us, our first response to pain is just to wait for it to go away. There’s a certain logic to this. Our bodies heal naturally, and many injuries, even very painful ones, will pass the time. We are more likely just to wait for pain to go away if it starts without…
Read MoreNearly 800,000 Americans undergo total knee replacement surgery every year. More than 90% of these surgeries are successful and complication-free; knee implants can last over 20 years. Part of the secret of the success of knee implants is the variety of options available. If you are considering knee implant surgery, an orthopedic surgeon can discuss…
Read MoreArthroscopic knee surgery is a versatile procedure used to treat a wide range of knee injuries and conditions. One of the benefits of arthroscopic surgery is that it is a minimally invasive procedure that facilitates a faster recovery than traditional knee surgery procedures. During arthroscopic knee surgery, a device called an arthroscope – a small…
Read MoreIf you experience chronic knee pain from arthritis or wear and tear to the knee joint, knee replacement may be an excellent option to restore a pain-free life. Knee replacement has become extremely common, with approximately 790,000 procedures performed each year, and it consistently delivers exceptional patient outcomes. The surgical procedure removes damaged portions of…
Read MoreThe fall weather in Meeker is beautiful. There is a wide range of outdoor activities, from leaf peeping to hiking to mountain biking. The temperate weather in September and October also makes it a great time to enjoy another favorite Colorado pastime – drinking beer. Between Oktoberfest celebrations and enjoying a brew underneath the brightly…
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