Do Meniscus Tears Need Surgery?
Will I heal with non-surgical treatment for a meniscus tear, or does my meniscus tear need meniscus surgery?
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Our Blog
Let’s get you back to the activities you love! At Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, we’re dedicated to involving patients in their care. The VSON blog page offers the latest in orthopaedic, neurosurgery, and sports medicine education, news, and health tips.
- May 19
- 2 min
VSON and Middle Park Health: A Closer Look at an Orthopaedic Partnership
VSON and Middle Park Health are dedicated to serving the orthopaedic needs of all Grand County individuals.
- May 12
- 2 min
Can Biceps Tendonitis Become a Biceps Tear?
Tendonitis of the biceps is a common complaint of upper arm pain. This condition can cause pain and tenderness at the front of the shoulder
- May 4
- 2 min
What Is Interventional Spine Medicine?
A specialty within neurology and neuro-spine medicine, interventional spine medicine treats patients who are seeking back pain relief.
- Apr 7
- 2 min
Patient Success Story – Meghan Buchanan
At VSON, we are grateful to provide the expert orthopaedic care that got Meghan back to summiting peaks.
- Mar 17
- 2 min
Labral Tears: Symptoms and Treatments
Patients with hip pain can trust the experienced team at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery for exceptional orthopedic care. In...
- Feb 15
- 2 min
What are the Benefits of Wide-Awake Hand Surgery?
Vail-Summit Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery has a specialized team of hand doctors to treat patients with an injury or condition that affects...
- Jan 27
- 2 min
Physical Therapy and Sport Rehabilitation in Eagle County
Expert physical therapy, sports rehab, and surgical rehabilitation are available to the active Eagle County, Colorado community!
- Dec 16, 2022
- 2 min
Common Symptoms of An ACL Injury
ACL tears can happen to individuals of all activity levels. VSON's highly trained team of knee specialists can help!
- Dec 2, 2022
- 2 min
Did I Tear My Achilles Tendon?
Know the symptoms and seek medical attention for Achilles tendon pain and Achilles tendon rupture.
- Nov 18, 2022
- 2 min
Should I Be Worried About Neck Pain?
Many patients ask, "should I worry about neck pain?" Due to the complexity of the neck and the spinal cord, a neck injury should be taken se
- Oct 21, 2022
- 2 min
Three Common Causes of Hip Pain (That Aren’t Arthritis)
Patients often ask, “What are the common causes of hip pain?” There are three common causes of hip pain that aren’t arthritis.
- Oct 7, 2022
- 2 min
Is Leg Pain a Spinal Issue?
VSON has an expert team of spine doctors who help patients identify if a spinal issue is contributing to symptoms of leg pain.
- Aug 26, 2022
- 2 min
What Is an AC Joint Separation?
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint of the shoulder is injured in 50% of all shoulder joint dislocations.
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min
Knee Injuries that Require Surgery
In cases of persistent knee pain, patients will often question: will my knee injury require surgery?
- Jul 11, 2022
- 2 min
Top Orthopaedic Surgeons in Colorado
Keeping you active is the mission of our practice. We are committed to providing excellent, personalized care to each of our patients.
- Aug 1, 2021
- 4 min
Regenerative Medicine Gets People Back to Doing What They Love
The following article appeared in the Summit Daily & Vail Daily on July 23, 2021. In the last decade, interventions involving...
- Jul 2, 2021
- 2 min
VSON Announces New Partnertship With Middle Park Health & Dr. Rick Pfeiffer
Dr. Richard Pfeiffer, who has been providing orthopaedic care across the nation for more than two decades, is bringing his sports...
- Mar 16, 2021
- 3 min
Q&A: Runners & IT Band Tendonitis
by Dr. Richard Cunningham Q: I am a runner and I think I have IT band tendonitis. What can I do for it? Iliotibial band (IT) syndrome is...
- Mar 15, 2021
- 2 min
Common Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries are fairly common, especially among the active population that participates in outdoor activities or impact sports.
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