Patient Education Center
Committed to ensuring you have the information you need to understand your condition and care options, we offer a convenient patient education center full of online resources.
Online Guides
Our comprehensive online guides provide clear, reliable information on a wide range of orthopedic conditions, injuries, treatments, and prevention strategies.
Explore the guide that best fits your needs and access trusted resources designed to support your care—right at your fingertips.
Procedures
Patient Education Videos
At Aspen Orthopedic Specialists, we believe you should take an active role in your care. This section offers educational resources on common orthopedic conditions and surgical procedures to help you feel informed and empowered.
The interactive videos featured here provide a general overview of the procedures our specialists commonly perform. Every patient is unique, so be sure to discuss your specific diagnosis and treatment options directly with your doctor.
Patient Education Articles
Setting Up for Success: Preparing for Joint Replacement
By taking the steps outlined below to optimize your health and environment, you’ll be well-prepared for joint replacement surgery and recovery. Remember, a little preparation can go a long way toward ensuring a smooth, successful outcome. Here’s…
5 Keys to a Full Joint Replacement Recovery
Whether you've undergone a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, here are essential tips and guidelines to help you get back to your daily activities safely and effectively.
1. Follow Your Surgeon’s Instructions
After…
Outpatient Joint Replacement
Your joints can take on a lot of damage throughout your life, leading to degenerative conditions, like osteoarthritis. Joint replacement is often the recommended solution for the pain and limited mobility associated with these conditions.
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Do I Have Trigger Finger?
You can move your fingers because of soft tissues called flexor tendons, which are attached to your fingers and the muscles in your arm. These tendons glide through channels called tendon sheaths, and trigger finger is the result of inflammation…
Beyond a Cut Hand: Flexor Tendon Injuries
Flexor tendons are tissues that help you control the movement of your hand. They act like a rubber band, bending and contracting. It can be extremely difficult to bend or move your fingers or thumb when you injure a flexor tendon.
Because…
What Is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder results in stiffness or pain in your shoulder. It is not fully known what causes this condition, but there are a few factors that can make you more susceptible to developing it, such as diabetes and age. Frozen shoulder can also…
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