Christopher K. Jones, MD

08/08/2024

One of the questions that I get most often from patients considering a shoulder replacement is the limitations after reverse shoulder replacement.

This is certainly a very important item for patients to discuss before undergoing any procedure for many reasons.

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06/08/2024

While PRP therapies are still considered experimental by the vast majority of insurances, clinicians are continuing to expand its applications as we are seeing excellent results utilizing it as a treatment for a wide variety of conditions.

PRP Injection for the shoulder has been shown to have applications for treating problems like arthritis, rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder.

03/08/2024

Did you know that football players are at significant risk of football knee injury due to the high-intensity nature of the sport? Understanding the causes, treatments, and prevention strategies for these injuries can help keep athletes on the field and performing at their best.

Did you know that football players are at significant risk of football knee injury due to the high-intensity nature of the sport?

01/08/2024

Imagine this: you’re playing a friendly game of basketball when suddenly, you twist your knee and feel a sharp pain. You may have just experienced a meniscus tear, a common knee injury that affects athletes and older individuals alike. As you ice your knee and wonder about your recovery options, you may ask yourself, “Can a torn meniscus heal on its own without surgery?”

https://coloradosportsdoctor.com/can-a-torn-meniscus-heal-on-its-own-without-surgery/

30/07/2024

Calcific tendonitis refers to a build-up of calcium crystals in soft tissues, and results in a “deposit” that is usually visible on a plain X-ray. The cause of this problem is not well understood, but is known to occur most commonly in the shoulder and is also seen in wrist, elbow, knee, hips and feet. This problem is typically seen in patients between the ages of 30-50 and is more common in women.

https://coloradosportsdoctor.com/calcific-tendonitis/

02/07/2024

Young patients with shoulder arthritis often delay shoulder replacement as there is concern over the longevity of the replacement and difficulty with revision of the shoulder years later. There are many strategies for helping these patients.

Young patients with shoulder arthritis often delay shoulder replacement. However, there are many strategies for helping these patients.

29/06/2024

MatrixAutologous chondrocyte implantation (MACI) is a procedure designed to repair a contained cartilage defect in your knee. In order to perform this procedure, a sample of your cartilage is obtained during an arthroscopy. This cartilage is then sent sterilely to a lab in Boston, where they extract the cartilage cells, then grow and replicate them. These cells are then sent to your surgeon, implanted onto a collagen sheet, the day of your MACI procedure and they are implanted into the defect (pot hole) in your knee.

Articular cartilage injuries can be life changing events. Learn more about cartilage restoration and your treatment options.

27/06/2024

Arthritis of the shoulder is another common culprit behind persistent shoulder discomfort. It can make simple tasks such as reaching for an item on a high shelf or even brushing your hair a challenge. The pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility it brings often result from wear and tear or injury.

https://coloradosportsdoctor.com/identifying-red-flags-for-shoulder-pain/

26/06/2024

Knee injuries are an unfortunate reality for many athletes, but understanding their causes, symptoms, and treatments can make all the difference in preventing long-term complications.

Understanding the most common knee injuries in sports: causes, symptoms, and treatments can make a difference in preventing long-term complications.

04/06/2024

Did you know there are effective ways to help prevent ACL tears and injuries?

Here are some key suggestions to keep you safe and strong. 👇

What is the ACL and what causes ACL injury? See tips to help prevent ACL tears. Contact Dr. Jones today for more help with ACL tears and injury.

01/06/2024

One of the questions that I get most often from patients considering a shoulder replacement is the limitations after reverse shoulder replacement. 👇

https://coloradosportsdoctor.com/limitations-after-reverse-shoulder-replacement/

30/05/2024

Recovering from a shoulder replacement surgery brings many questions and concerns, especially regarding the return to normal activities and hobbies. Golf, with its swinging motions and upper body involvement, is often a significant point of interest for many enthusiasts.

If you’re wondering whether you can return to the greens and fairways after your surgery, here’s what you need to know.

Are you wondering whether you can return to playing golf on the greens and fairways after your surgery, here's what you need to know.