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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.
Understanding Knee Ligaments: ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL Explained
Your knee is a complex joint that depends on four key ligaments for stability and function: the ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL. These structures...
Apr 152 min read
Understanding Different Types of Meniscus Tears
Meniscus tears are among the most common knee injuries, affecting athletes and non-athletes alike. The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of...
Jun 1, 20243 min read
Expert Solutions for Knee Joint Replacement Revisions
Knee joint replacement revisions, or knee replacement revision surgery, are crucial procedures to address complications or issues that may a
May 2, 20243 min read
What Is Causing My Kneecap Pain?
1 in 5 adults report issues with kneecap pain. A frequent kneecap pain diagnosis is patellar tendonitis or jumper's knee.
Aug 4, 20232 min read
Do Meniscus Tears Need Surgery?
Will I heal with non-surgical treatment for a meniscus tear, or does my meniscus tear need meniscus surgery?
Jun 2, 20232 min read
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 16, 20222 min read
Knee Injuries that Require Surgery
In cases of persistent knee pain, patients will often question: will my knee injury require surgery?
Aug 1, 20222 min read
Exploring The Most Common Knee Injuries
Knee injuries are common in mountain communities such as ours. With skiers, snowboarders, mountain bikers, and hikers, it's imperative that
Oct 28, 20203 min read
What Is An ACL Tear?
The ACL tear can happen when an athlete suffers a prolonged, twisting fall. We see it skiing quite often.
Oct 28, 20193 min read
What is the MCL?
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is a tough band of tissue, like a wide rubber band, that controls the side-to-side motion of the knee
Sep 17, 20192 min read
What is Articular Cartilage?
Articular cartilage is the firm, white covering on the ends of the bones. Articular cartilage injury treatment will usually involve surgery
Aug 15, 20192 min read
Dr. Sterett Talks Olympics and Orthopaedics
Dr. Sterett is a veteran 4 Olympic games, keeping some of the world's top athletes ready to compete.
May 28, 20191 min read
Back to Hiking 14ers — A Patient Story
Jeremiah Couch is a hiking enthusiast and dude ranch (horse breeding farm) worker in Durango, CO. He was born to missionary parents in...
Feb 12, 20192 min read
Do Knee Braces Help Prevent Injuries?
Knee Braces for Injuries - Do They Help? People who participate in sports that involve a high amount of lateral movement or pressure on...
Jan 14, 20192 min read
From Surgery To Kilamanjaro, a Patient Story (Dr. Richard Cunningham)
At first, Bethany M. thought she was fine after being hit by an out-of-control skier at Beaver Creek ski area. “I thought I just pulled a...
Dec 19, 20183 min read
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