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Dealing with Ankle Arthritis

For most Colorado residents the only lifestyle is an active one, even among seniors. As an orthopedic surgeon, I frequently encounter seniors who enjoy daily walks, runs or hikes. An unfortunate outcome for a lifetime of activity is the development of arthritis. Ankle arthritis can be a devastating problem to those who are used to a life full of activity. However, there are several treatment options that can improve your quality of life and allow you to return to your healthy active lifestyle. […]

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Q&A with Kimberly Mezera, M.D.

Dr. Kimberly Mezera is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of hand and upper extremity conditions including nerve compression syndromes, tendinitis, arthritis of the hand, wrist and elbow, fractures and trauma care—including microsurgical repair. […]

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Minimally Invasive SpineCARE® offers revolutionary care in the treatment of acute and chronic conditions of the spine.

The fully comprehensive spine centers of Minimally Invasive SpineCARE® include a team of highly trained, spine-focused physicians who specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery, pain management, and physical therapy and chiropractic care. A nationally acclaimed center, Minimally Invasive SpineCARE® focuses the practice solely on a high level of patient cared in treating spinal disorders with minimally invasive procedures and in managing acute and chronic pain from back, neck and nerve related conditions of the spine. […]

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Orthopedic Associates: Commitment to Excellent Care

For the past seven years, Dr. Vidal has also valued her role as part of the Orthopedics Associates team. Each of the eight physicians is fellowship trained and highly qualified in providing expert, personal and state-of-the art care to their patients. As a medical group, their specialties cover a spectrum of areas related to sports medicine and bone and joint health, restoration and maintenance.
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Standing up to Low Back Pain

Standing up to Low Back Pain
By Sara J. Meadows, D.O., East Denver LIVING WELL Magazine

Low back pain is a common physical complaint in adults. Chances are that you or someone you know has experienced back pain with 80% of people experiencing low back pain at some time in their lives. […]

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Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake on how to treat knee arthritis – LIVING WELL Magazine

Knee Arthritis

Courtesy O. David Taunton, Jr., M.D., Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southlake, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Knee and hip arthritis are common causes of treatable pain in today’s society and, in fact, are becoming more common as baby boomers age. While knee arthritis is almost three times more common than hip arthritis, the pain from either can range from being an occasional irritant to completely debilitating. There are a number of causes of knee arthritis as well as several treatment options, which will be discussed in this article. […]

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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons on managing joint pain and active lifestyles – LIVING WELL Magazine

Managing Joint Pain and Active Lifestyles

Courtesy American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, New Orleans LIVING WELL Magazine
Orthopaedic research has led to tremendous progress in managing joint pain. In fact, the treatments, therapies and surgical procedures for alleviating joint pain are more effective than ever before, so that people don’t have to let pain compromise their quality of life. […]