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Understanding the Risks with Insights from Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery Tib fib fractures remain one of the most frequent lower leg injuries seen in Colorado mountain towns during ski season. These fractures can affect skiers of every level from first day beginners to seasoned experts navigating steep terrain. So why are tib fib fractures so common in skiing and what steps can athletes take to reduce their risk before returning to the slopes in Vail, Frisco, Keysto

How to Protect Your Neck with Insights from Drs. Braxton, Gnirke, and Raub Neck pain is one of the most common spine complaints in active mountain communities like Vail, Frisco, and Edwards. For many people, the underlying cause is cervical degeneration, a process that can be influenced by aging, posture, activity level, and daily habits. But how much does lifestyle really affect degenerative disk disease neck? And what can you do to protect your spine before neck symptoms be

When you suffer a sports injury, your first goal is to get back to doing what you love – whether that’s skiing, biking, hiking, or competing at a high level. But not every orthopedic specialist has the same advanced training or experience in treating athletes. That’s where fellowship-trained sports medicine doctors come in. At Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON), our team includes board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians who specialize in the diagnosis, treat

Ankle injuries are some of the most common orthopedic problems, especially in active mountain communities like Eagle and Summit County. Whether you twist your ankle on the trail, during a game, or just stepping off a curb, it can be difficult to know what’s actually injured. So, what is an ankle sprain vs strain, and how can you tell which one you have? Below, Dr. John Paul Elton , board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle specialist at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics &