My Shoulder Dislocated, How Do I know If I Need Surgery?
Dr. Sterett concentrates on the distinct characteristics of shoulder dislocations, including their cause clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment options. Hopefully you will come away with a better understanding of shoulders that “pop out”, are first time dislocations, and who is at risk for recurrence or other related injuries.
Knee Ligament Injuries: A Closer Look at ACL, MCL, PCL, and LCL Tears
Knee ligament injuries are prevalent, especially among athletes who engage in physically demanding sports, such as skiing, lacrosse, soccer, hockey, or football.
Knee Injuries on the Slopes: When to See a Doctor
Skiing and snowboarding are exciting winter sports that offer a great way to enjoy the outdoors, especially in the picturesque ski resorts of Eagle County. However, it's important to remember that knee injuries are prevalent among slope-goers.
Team Sterett’s Top 5 Blog Posts of 2022
Here are the most popular blog posts of 2022 that you might have missed!
Did I Tear My MCL?
If you've recently sustained a knee injury and are experiencing pain on the inner side of your knee joint, you may be wondering if you tore your medial collateral ligament (MCL).
The 3 Most Common Knee Injuries on the Slopes
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people — visitors and locals alike — hit the slopes throughout Eagle and Summit counties in search of corduroy, bluebird days, and deep pow. In this blog post, we'll look at three of the most common ski-related knee injuries and offer tips on how to avoid them.
Why Is My Knee Locking Up?
Is your knee locking or catching? Are you unable to bend or fully straighten your knee? If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with a meniscus tear. Here’s how to recognize the symptoms of a torn meniscus.
Did I Tear My ACL or MCL?
Here's how to recognize the difference between an ACL and MCL tear and the treatment options for both injuries.
what you should know about knee pain
Here are answers to some common questions about knee pain.
Why does your knee hurt?
Our knees are a key component of living an active lifestyle. So when you start experiencing pain in your knee, it's time to pay attention.
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) is one of the less commonly injured ligaments of the knee. Let's talk about PCL injuries here today.
Will an ACL Tear End Your Athletic Career?
Don’t worry. In this day and age, an ACL Tear is merely a setback, not a career-ender.
What are the common Types of Knee Surgeries?
Wha are the types of knee surgeries? Here are some of the more common ones.
Recovering from a Torn Meniscus
A torn meniscus is damage to the "cushion cartilage" of the knee. Left untreated, it can lead to arthritis.
What's The Difference Between The Male and Female ACL?
There are some crucial differences that make diagnosing, treating, and preventing knee injuries in females slightly different than in their male counterparts. Let’s talk about them here.
Should You Get Stem Cell treatments For Knee Arthritis?
Stem Cells for arthritis are everywhere... but ARE they the real deal for your knee? There are several different aspects of stem cell treatment. Find out more about stem cell treatments here.
The Ultimate 5 Minute Video Guide to ACL Tears
So you tore your ACL and you've got questions. The Knee Doctor has you covered with this series of quick & informative videos.
When Should You see a Doctor For Knee Pain? Here are 5 good reasons.
So, you've got pain in your knee. When should you see a doctor?
Which Sport Has The Most (Highest Percentage) of ACL Tears?
Well, we know that ACL injuries will occur most often in what we call "agility" sports. This fact is even more true when we look at our young high school athletes. Unfortunately, an ACL tear can be a major setback the health and well-being of the young athlete.
Why Do Female Athletes Have A Higher Risk of ACL Tears and How Can ACL Tears in Women Be Prevented?
Why are female athletes more likely to tear the ACL? What are some strategies to avoid the ACL Tear? And what happens when it's time for surgery and rehab? Here's the answer...