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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.

Can Biceps Tendonitis Become a Biceps Tear?

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

What Is an AC Joint Separation?

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.

Common Shoulder Injuries

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.

Rotator Cuff Tears & How We Fix Them

Jan 19, 2021
2 min

Rotator Cuff Tears & How We Fix Them

Your rotator cuff comprises one of two ball-and-socket joints you have in your body. A tear can make regular arm movement impossible.

What is Frozen Shoulder?

Nov 19, 2019
2 min

What is Frozen Shoulder?

In a nutshell, frozen shoulder is a stiffening of the shoulder. It is also knowns as adhesive capsulitis.

What is an AC Joint Separation?

Dec 20, 2018
5 min

What is an AC Joint Separation?

A shoulder separation is a fairly common injury, especially in certain sports. Most shoulder separations are actually injuries to the...

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