Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence Blog

There are certain fundamental differences that exist between men’s and women's physiology. Although leagues now exist for both men and women to play the same sports.

Technology has made its way into nearly every aspect of a person’s life – even for athletes. Wearable technology like Fitbit is the new trend in tracking and enhancing nearly every aspect of health and fitness.

There are two basic types of injuries: acute injuries and overuse injuries. Acute injuries happen as a result of a single, often blunt-force trauma to the body.

Microscopic fungi are everywhere. Gyms, pools, locker rooms, hot tubs, and saunas provide excellent breeding grounds for fungal infections.

Thanks to advances in modern surgical techniques, many injuries today can be treated on an outpatient basis.

For athletes of all skill levels, the advantages of seeing a physician who specializes in sports medicine far outweigh those of a doctor unfamiliar with cutting-edge athletic treatments.

You often hear about the importance of getting a good workout to keep your body in shape, whether it's stretching, strengthening, or aerobic activity.

Being born of royal blood sounds like a dream come true. Unless of course if you suffer from gout. Known throughout history as “the disease of kings,” gout often is associated with indulgent cuisine and a privileged lifestyle. B

Skiing is a great winter activity that not only serves as great exercise but is also a fun and exhilarating pastime. However, skiing can also be a trap for a variety of orthopedic accidents.

Coloradans know that black ice not only is a winter phenomenon; it occurs in springtime, too, when temperatures soar during the day only to rapidly drop after sundown.