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Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries,

What Is a Physical Therapist’s Role in Sports Medicine?

Physical therapy has long been an important component in treating a wide range of injuries. It has been used to provide conservative treatment solutions that can potentially help avoid the need for surgery, and it is also a critical tool used to help patients regain full strength and range of motion after a surgical procedure.…

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Orthopedic Injuries and Treatments, Sports Injuries,

What Is Orthopedic Sports Medicine?

Injuries are common when you live an active, athletic lifestyle. When these injuries occur, they not only impact your ability to enjoy your favorite activities, but they can have a long-term impact on your life if they’re not treated properly. When you suffer a sports injury, it’s critical to seek treatment from an orthopedic sports…

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Orthopedic Injuries and Treatments, Sports Injuries,

Common Springtime Orthopedic Injuries

Spring is finally here. As the weather gets warmer, there will be more opportunities to get outside again. After staying indoors for one of the colder, snowier winters in recent memory, it’s understandable that you may be excited to spend more time outdoors again. You can finally resume many of the outdoor activities that have…

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Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries,

When Do I Need Physical Therapy After a Sports Injury?

Physical therapy is often an important part of the recovery process after a sports injury. While not every injury requires physical therapy, there are many circumstances when it will be required to restore the health, strength and function of the injured region. The best way to determine whether you need physical therapy is to be…

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Fit and Healthy, Sports Injuries,

Can Physical Therapy Prevent Ski Injuries?

Very few states rival the world-class skiing found in Colorado. Whether you love bottomless powder days, secluded tree runs, endless bumps or cruising the groomers, you’ll find plenty of terrain to suit your preferences and ability at the dozens of resorts around the state. But as exhilarating as skiing and snowboarding can be, it also…

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Sports Injuries,

6 Tips to Prevent Winter Sports Injuries

The Western Slope of Colorado is a winter sports hotbed. Whether you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, hockey, snowmobiling, sledding, snowshoeing or ice climbing, you have access to some of the best terrain and conditions. While these activities are a great source of fun, they can also be dangerous. Each year, roughly 200,000 people are…

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Fit and Healthy, Sports Injuries,

Fitness Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries

Participating in athletic activities are a great outlet. They provide a source of fun in your life while helping you stay active and fit. Whether your athletic pursuits are simply leisure activities with friends or on a competitive level, they provide tremendous physical and mental benefits. But these health benefits also come with a caveat…

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Physical Therapy, Sports Injuries,

What Is the Difference Between Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy?

The 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…

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Sports Injuries,

Most Common Winter Sports Injuries

The winter is a great time to engage in athletic activities. This is especially true in the Western Slope of Colorado, where the mountains give us access to a wide range of winter sports to enjoy. Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, sledding, hockey, snowmobiling and ice climbing are all popular activities in the White River Valley,…

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Sports Injuries,

Common Ski Injuries and Treatments

Ski season is here. For many people along the Western Slope of Colorado, nothing is more exciting during the winter than a huge powder day. While skiing can be exhilarating, it’s also dangerous. The sports medicine team at Colorado Advanced Orthopedics sees a lot of patients every winter with serious ski injuries. While you can…

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