Clearing Up Myths About Laser Spine Surgery
Millions of people have back pain. In fact, The National Pain Foundation, reports low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. To feel better, many people look to laser spine surgery, a technique some say can provide immediate relief – even when other options have failed. The advertisements are so convincing that it’s … read more
Top Five Foot & Ankle Injuries in Athletes
Put Your Best Foot Forward – Top-Five Foot & Ankle Injuries in Athletes Do you know the top-five foot and ankle injuries in athletes? If you’re a trainer, an athlete or the parent of an athlete, these are the five “bad boys” to know. They can take you out, but it doesn’t have to be forever. … read more
OrthoColorado Hospital is Ranked #1 – The Best Hospital in Colorado for Joint Replacement
In the October 24 edition of Becker’s Hospital Review – the leading publication for healthcare industry leaders, they released the CareChex list of best hospitals for joint replacement surgery. OrthoColorado, Panorama’s physician-owned Hospital, was listed as the number one hospital for joint replacement in the state of Colorado! CareChex, a divison of Quantros, is known … read more
The Top 5 Things to Know about Mako Joint Replacement
Have you heard about Mako Robotic Arm Assisted joint replacement? Maybe you’ve heard (or seen) it when searching for your options for joint replacement—it has been called MAKOplasty, Mako plasty, RIO, or just MAKO. We are here to give you the top five things to know about Mako Joint Replacement. 1. What is Mako? Mako … read more
SI-Joint Pain: The Hidden Cause of Low Back Pain
Up to 85% of Americans suffer from low back pain at some point in their life. While there are many causes of lower back pain, a commonly overlooked cause is SI Joint Dysfunction, also known as sacroiliac joint pain, and sacral pain. It is estimated that 15-30% of low back pain is caused by SI … read more