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SPRI conducts groundbreaking research in joint health, mobility, and sports medicine, driving global innovation to improve patient outcomes and shape the future of orthopaedic care.

01/08/2026

We’re proud to congratulate former SPRI Sports Medicine Fellow Samuel Clifton Willimon, MD, FAAOS, on his appointment as Chief of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Dr. Willimon’s leadership reflects a distinguished career in pediatric orthopaedics and sports medicine, marked by innovation, clinical excellence and a commitment to advancing orthopaedic care. Congratulations, Dr. Willimon!

01/01/2026

At SPRI, we believe in finding cures and enhancing lives through scientific research, innovation and education. As we begin the new year, we’re grateful for the researchers, clinicians, fellows, collaborators and supporters who make this work possible.

Together, we look forward to another year of discovery, collaboration and progress as we continue advancing orthopaedic science and education. Wishing you a healthy, meaningful and inspiring New Year from all of us at SPRI.

12/30/2025

New advancements in SPRI’s Robotics Laboratory are expanding what’s possible in biomechanical orthopaedic research.

With the installation of a new hydraulic MTS Bionix system this past year, made possible by a generous philanthropic gift from Tina and David Wilson, SPRI researchers can now more closely replicate real-world, in vivo loading environments.

The upgraded system enables greater force application, increased torsional capacity and multi-axis loading, supporting more realistic simulation of surgical scenarios across the hip, knee, shoulder, hand and wrist.

This enhanced capability strengthens SPRI’s ability to address complex, clinically meaningful research questions and accelerate the development of improved surgical techniques.

The system is already supporting multiple studies, with many more planned as SPRI continues advancing orthopaedic research through innovation.

12/25/2025

From all of us at SPRI, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season. We’re thankful for the partnerships, collaboration and shared commitment to research that continue to move our work forward.

12/23/2025

SPRI has secured $100,000 in philanthropic support from longtime donor Bjorn Erik Borgen to sustain the IOC Research Centre Training and Career Development Program, a vital international initiative focused on injury prevention research and mentorship.

The gift will support the 2026 SPRI–Borgen IOC Research Centre Training and Career Development Travel Award Program, providing PhD students, postdoctoral scholars and research fellows with international training opportunities across the IOC Research Centre network.

This work is strengthened through collaboration with partners including the Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre (SIPRC) at the University of Calgary, one of only 11 IOC Research Centres worldwide.

This support ensures the continued growth of a program that advances global research capacity, fosters collaboration and strengthens the future of injury prevention science.

Read more: https://www.sprivail.org/publications/institute-news/steadman-philippon-research-institute-secures-funding-to-sustain-ioc-research-centre-training-and-career-development-program

12/17/2025

SPRI has partnered with Neuromuscular Dynamics (NMD), LLC to launch a new NIH-funded clinical trial evaluating a novel, non-surgical approach to treating knee osteoarthritis.

The study will assess the effectiveness of the Leg Dexterity System, a home-based neuromuscular training device designed to improve mobility and reduce pain by strengthening coordination across the hip, knee and ankle.

Funded by the National Institute on Aging, the trial is being conducted in SPRI’s Biomotion Laboratory and will enroll 84 participants over an eight-week training period.

Co-led by Dr. Scott Tashman, SPRI’s Director of Biomedical Engineering, and NMD co-founder and USC professor, Dr. Francisco Valero-Cuevas, this work reflects SPRI’s commitment to innovative clinical research designed to generate actionable insights and advance non-surgical treatment options for musculoskeletal disease.

12/15/2025

We were pleased to welcome Mary K. Mulcahey, MD for SPRI Grand Rounds, where she presented “The Impact of Psychological Factors on Outcomes Following ACL Reconstruction.”
Dr. Mulcahey explored how mental and emotional factors influence recovery, return to sport and long-term outcomes following ACL surgery.

Her presentation sparked thoughtful discussion among clinicians, fellows and researchers, highlighting the importance of a more holistic approach to orthopaedic care and outcomes research.

Thank you, Dr. Mulcahey, for sharing your expertise and contributing to meaningful dialogue at SPRI.

12/11/2025

We were honored to welcome Mary K. Mulcahey, MD to SPRI as part of our Leadership Series for an engaging session on Leadership in Orthopaedics.

Dr. Mulcahey, Professor and Chief of Sports Medicine at Loyola University Medical Center and Director of Loyola’s Women’s Sports Medicine Program, shared thoughtful perspectives with our fellows, ATCs and research assistants.

Her discussion emphasized the role of mentorship, communication and intentional leadership in advancing both clinical practice and academic medicine.

Thank you, Dr. Mulcahey, for inspiring the next generation of orthopaedic leaders and supporting SPRI’s commitment to continued growth, education and professional development.

12/09/2025

Today is Colorado Gives Day, the state’s largest 24-hour giving movement supporting Colorado nonprofits.

SPRI’s mission is rooted here in Colorado, where our teams are working to advance orthopaedic research, regenerative medicine and education that help people stay active and healthy at every stage of life.

Community support plays a key role in driving this work forward. If you’re able to give, we invite you to consider supporting SPRI this year.

Donate: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Steadman-Sports-Medicine-Foundation

Thank you for helping strengthen research that enhances mobility, healing and quality of life in Colorado and beyond.

12/04/2025

Students in SPRI’s EPOC High School Science Club recently spent an afternoon in our Robotics Laboratory, working with sawbone testing and hands-on demonstrations that introduce the fundamentals of orthopaedic biomechanics and surgical technology.

Through guided activities, students learned how robotics, engineering and orthopaedic research intersect, gaining early exposure to the tools and techniques used across SPRI’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, which includes biomotion, robotics and advanced imaging.

We’re proud to support opportunities that spark curiosity, strengthen STEM learning and build meaningful connections within our community.

12/02/2025

We were honored to welcome Stephen Parada, MD as the featured speaker for SPRI’s Grand Rounds, where he presented “Understanding Scapular Winging.”

Dr. Parada serves as the Director of Shoulder Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia and is Vice-Chair of Research for the Orthopaedic Department. His distinguished career includes more than a decade of military service, a Bronze Star for his work as Chief of Orthopaedics in Afghanistan and advanced fellowship training at the Boston Shoulder Institute at Harvard Medical School.

A prolific researcher with over 100 publications, multiple national and international presentations and the prestigious AAOS Kappa Delta Research Award, Dr. Parada shared a comprehensive review of scapular winging.

We’re grateful to Dr. Parada for contributing to SPRI’s ongoing commitment to advancing orthopaedic research, education and clinical excellence.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the researchers, clinicians, fellows, partners and supporters who make SPRI’s work possible.

Thank you for helping advance orthopaedic research, education and innovation that improves mobility and enhances lives.

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Vail, CO
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