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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.
Dr Elton's Marathon-Running Patient Just Keeps Going
Frank has run over 200 Marathons and continues to participate in them after undergoing surgery with Dr. Elton.
Dec 18, 20196 min read
Dr. Braxton Co-Authors New Study
VSON is proud to announce that Dr. Ernest Braxton recently co-authored a study that is published in the latest issue of Spine Magazine.
Dec 16, 20191 min read
VSON Docs Support World Cup & Local Skiers
VSON Docs had a typically busy weekend assisting the U.S. Ski Team athletes in both Beaver Creek and Lake Louise this weekend.
Dec 9, 20192 min read
What is Sports Medicine?
Sports Medicine experts have dedicated their practices to the treatment of sports-related injuries, as well as to educating athletes on inju
Dec 3, 20192 min read
What is Frozen Shoulder?
In a nutshell, frozen shoulder is a stiffening of the shoulder. It is also knowns as adhesive capsulitis.
Nov 19, 20192 min read
What is Plantar Fasciitis?
Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition affecting the bottom of the foot.
Nov 7, 20193 min read
Easy Tips To Help You Avoid Ski and Snowboard Injuries this Season
Dr. Sterett and his team have whipped up an infographic to help you minimize your chance of injury this winter.
Nov 5, 20192 min read
What is Spinal Stenosis?
In the rear of each vertebra, we have a large opening called the spinal canal. The spinal cord runs through this opening in both the...
Nov 1, 20192 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
Meet Dr. Erik Dorf
Born and raised in the Vail Valley, Dr. Erik Dorf is thrilled to be serving our community as one of Vail & Summit County's top surgeons.
Oct 24, 20192 min read
What are the Most Common Hand & Wrist Injuries?
The hand & wrist are unique and complicated. Let's talk about the most common injuries to this fascinating part of the body.
Oct 21, 20193 min read
ATC Fellows Reflect on their First Months with VSON
We recently got a chance to check in with our ATC fellows Miranda Kruse, Michael Donohue, and Reh Vanatta and how their first couple of mon
Oct 10, 20197 min read
Repairing a Torn Hamstring Tendon
When a patient tears their hamstring tendon they often describe the sensation of being shot in the back of their thigh.
Oct 7, 20193 min read
Do You Need To Have Surgery For a Meniscus Tear?
The meniscus acts as a "cushion cartilage" for the knee.
Oct 3, 20193 min read
Spinal Stenosis: How is my Hip Pain Coming from my Back?
Spinal Stenosis: How is my Hip Pain Coming from my Back? Many times in medicine there is cross over between conditions when considering...
Sep 26, 20193 min read
Treating Dislocated Shoulders
Shoulder dislocations are the most common joint dislocations. This is due to the fact that the shoulder socket is very shallow.
Sep 20, 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
Dr Erik Dorf Talks About Making A Difference and Becoming Vail's "Local Boy" Orthopaedic Surgeon
This time on the VSON podcast, we talk to Dr. Dorf about his career in orthopaedics and cover a bevy of interesting ortho topics.
Sep 9, 20191 min read
Patient Story: Dr. Terrell Joseph Treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
“I wouldn’t consider going to anyone but Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery. Time is money and they were able to get me in right away
Sep 9, 20193 min read
5 Common Ankle Injuries
Ankle injuries are regular occurrences in some of our most popular sports. Why? Because the ankle often absorbs a high level of force.
Sep 3, 20193 min read
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