Sometimes, after a fall or overuse, the rotator cuff can tear. Here are some frequently asked questions Dr. Sterett and his team receive from patients with a rotator cuff injury.

Here are the risk factors relate to our female athletes and contribute to their higher rates of ACL injuries.

Pain in your knee is not a condition, it’s a symptom of a deeper issue. Here are two common reasons you’re experiencing knee pain.

Here’s what to know about shoulder joint replacement and when to discuss this procedure with your orthopaedic physician.

Meniscus injuries are common in golfers. All the twisting movements involved in golf can put stress on the ligament, causing it to tear.

Swimmer’s shoulder is a common term that refers to shoulder impingement. This is an overuse injury typically seen in athletes whose sports involve repetitive shoulder movements.

Generally, knee cartilage transplant candidates are younger, more active people experiencing knee pain caused by worn cartilage.

When a knee is regularly locking or giving out while doing basic, day-to-day activities, you may be experiencing knee instability.

Any damage to the muscles or tendons in the biceps can result in pain. Here are two common causes of bicep pain and what the treatment options are for each.

Here are some of the most common shoulder injuries Team Sterett treats in mountain bikers (and how we help get them back on the bike).

Your shoulder joint is composed of muscles, bones, and tendons. An injury to any section (or sections) of your shoulder can cause painful shoulder symptoms.

Here’s what to know about your ACL graft options and which one is best for your lifestyle!

Treating meniscus tears depends on several factors - including your age, symptoms, and tear severity.

When there’s a tear to the rotator cuff, the pain can be severe and prolonged. At that point, Dr. Sterett and his Vail Valley team may recommend surgery.

Here’s how to know when you need revision ACL reconstruction and what to expect from the procedure.

Wearing a knee brace after ACL surgery has been a source of controversy in the sports medicine community

Should you consider getting a cortisone shot? Here are a few things to keep in mind.

Shoulder separations are often confused with shoulder dislocations. However, there are significant differences between these two injuries - including how orthopaedic physicians treat them.

We all have occasional aches and pains, but pain below the kneecap usually indicates a larger problem.

On average, female athletes are 4-5 times more likely to tear their ACL than their male counterparts. Here’s why…