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Dr. Borchard Is a Featured Presenter at BeaconFest

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics is proud to announce that Dr. Kevin Borchard will be a featured presenter at the 23rd Annual BeaconFest on April 18. BeaconFest is Colorado’s largest and most fun celebration for seniors, baby boomers and their families. Attendees will enjoy a fun-filled day of learning and entertainment during this celebration of everything that’s…

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Celebrating Life's Joys, Out and About,

Best Winter Hikes Near Meeker

Meeker is located in the heart of the White River National Forest, surrounded by over 350,000 acres of national forest land. This gives outdoor enthusiasts in the area access to an abundance of amazing hiking trails that can be enjoyed year round. If you’re not much of a skier but still want to enjoy the…

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Celebrating Life's Joys, Out and About,

Best Fall Leaf Peeping Destinations Near Meeker

Late September and early October are beautiful times to visit Meeker. As the leaves begin to change, the yellow and orange glow of the aspens brings the wilderness to life in the White River Valley. If you’re planning a fall visit to Colorado Advanced Orthopedics as an out-of-town patient, there are plenty of places to…

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Celebrating Life's Joys, Out and About,

Late Summer and Fall Events in Meeker

Summer and fall are beautiful times of the year to be in Meeker. The warm, sunny weather provides ample opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in the White River Valley. In between your mountain adventures, you can soak in the local, small town flavor at the many events being put on in Meeker.…

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Celebrating Life's Joys,

5 Common Gardening Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Spring is the start of gardening season. It can be exciting to get back into your yard for the first time since before the winter. For many people, gardening is a great outlet – it can be an excellent source of outdoor physical activity and provide you with a highly enjoyable and fulfilling way to…

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6 Reasons to Choose Meeker for Your Orthopedics Procedure

Colorado Advanced Orthopedics (CAO) is rapidly becoming one of the hottest medical tourism destinations in the state. Patients from all around Colorado regularly travel to Meeker for orthopedic surgery, and we even see a good number of out-of-state patients. Based on internal patient data from July 1, 2020 to April 1 2023, an average of…

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Celebrating Life's Joys, Knee Injuries,

Fun Winter Activities After Knee Replacement

Colorado is a hotbed for winter sports. If you lived an active lifestyle prior to undergoing knee replacement, you’re likely wondering whether you’ll be able to resume all your favorite activities following surgery. The good news is that many activities will be safe to participate in once you’ve fully recovered from knee replacement surgery. That…

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Schedule Your Winter Orthopedic Surgery Now

When 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…

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How Cold Weather Impacts Joint Pain

If you experience joint pain, winter months may be particularly difficult. It’s common for cold, damp weather to exacerbate joint pain, particularly if you experience severe arthritis. While scientists haven’t been able to identify a single reason for this phenomenon, there are a combination of factors at play which contribute to joint pain being more…

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