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
MCL Tears Vs. ACL Tears
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is along the inside of your knee, while the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is in the front of your knee.
Avoid the Post-Pickleball Pickle
Pickleball is a great way to stay active and have plenty of fun, but as with any sport, it does come with a risk of injury. Even a casual pickleball player could be vulnerable to a number of wrist, ankle, shoulder, and knee problems.
Posture 101
Spine and neck pain will afflict nearly 80 percent of Americans at some point in their lifetime. It’s important to recognize that the most common cause of that pain is typically poor posture.
The Big Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
If you are suffering from back or neck pain and are in need of surgery, minimally invasive surgery may be an option to consider. Minimally invasive spinal surgeries offer many benefits, such as smaller incisions and less muscle invasion.
Get Active to Fight Back Aches
While refraining from strenuous activities to relieve back pain might be the answer in the short term, when done for more than a few days, it can actually undermine healing.
Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel
Injuries, genetics, and repetitive use of our hands can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve becomes compressed.
Additional Resources
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