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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.
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
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 19, 20232 min read
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 12, 20232 min read
What Is Interventional Spine Medicine?
A specialty within neurology and neuro-spine medicine, interventional spine medicine treats patients who are seeking back pain relief.
May 4, 20232 min read
Patient Success Story – Meghan Buchanan
At VSON, we are grateful to provide the expert orthopaedic care that got Meghan back to summiting peaks.
Apr 7, 20232 min read
Labral Tears: Symptoms and Treatments
Patients with hip pain can trust the experienced team at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery for exceptional orthopedic care. In...
Mar 17, 20232 min read
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...
Feb 15, 20232 min read
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!
Jan 27, 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
Did I Tear My Achilles Tendon?
Know the symptoms and seek medical attention for Achilles tendon pain and Achilles tendon rupture.
Dec 2, 20222 min read
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
Nov 18, 20222 min read
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 21, 20222 min read
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.
Oct 7, 20222 min read
What Is an AC Joint Separation?
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint of the shoulder is injured in 50% of all shoulder joint dislocations.
Aug 26, 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
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.
Jul 11, 20222 min read
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...
Aug 1, 20214 min read
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...
Jul 2, 20212 min read
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 16, 20213 min read
Common Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder injuries are fairly common, especially among the active population that participates in outdoor activities or impact sports.
Mar 15, 20212 min read
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