Denver Health Winter Park Medical Center

04/08/2026

Happy closing weekend! This is a friendly reminder to stay safe during this weekend’s closing festivities. Keep your sunblock on, stay hydrated, look out for signs of altitude sickness, and come see us if need be. We are located at the base of Winter Park right next to Ski Patrol.

03/31/2026

Appointments are available for Primary Care, Sports Medicine and more! Plus, walk-ins are welcome for Urgent Care often with little or no wait time. We are located at the base of Winter Park Resort and have parking for patients. With the early end to the ski season, now is the time to stay current on your personal health needs. Call 970-726-4299 to schedule your appointment.

Parking: Patient parking can be found at the base of Winter Park Resort next to Ski Patrol, directly behind the medical center.Learn More About the Winter Park Medical Center

03/18/2026

Skier's Thumb:
If you've heard this term before, you probably know how common this injury is to skiers. It is also known as Gamekeepers' thumb and can occur with any extreme force on the thumb. When we use the strap of our ski poles, the position of the thumb is abducted, or out to the side from the hand. At the base of your thumb, you have a strong ligament that connects the 1st metacarpal (long bone in your hand) to the proximal phalanx (the bone of your thumb closest to your hand). The Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) in on the index finger side of your thumb and is vulnerable to injury when your thumb is out to the side. The UCL is important for strength and stability of your thumb. If you fall on to your hand with your thumb abducted, as you are holding your ski pole, tearing the UCL is common. The symptoms are pain and swelling in the thumb with possible weakness with holding a glass or writing. The diagnosis of UCL sprain is made with an x-ray and/or a clinical exam testing the ligament. The injury is rated by severity and the less severe, or partial tear or sprain, is responsive to immobilization. A more severe or total rupture of the ligament is treated with surgery to repair the ligament.
At the Denver Health Alpine Clinic in Fraser, our Certified Hand Therapist frequently sees these injuries. Depending on the severity, the thumb is splinted with a low temperature plastic material that is removable for 4-6 weeks. The splint may even be worn inside a glove so patients can return to the slopes before too long. Motion to prevent stiffness is begun early in a protected manner.

03/09/2026

BFRT (Blood Flow Restriction Training):
The Alpine clinic is now happy to offer BFRT for physical therapy patients. BFRT allows us to challenge your muscles without overstressing healing tissues — helping you rebuild strength safely and efficiently.
What is it?
BFRT involves placing a specialized cuff around the upper arm or thigh to gently restrict blood flow while performing light resistance exercises. This allows your body to get the benefits of heavy strength training — without lifting heavy weights.
Research shows BFRT can:
✔️ Improve muscle strength
✔️ Reduce muscle loss after injury or surgery
✔️ Support joint protection
✔️ Speed up rehabilitation timelines
Who benefits?
Because the exercises use low loads (typically 20–30% of your max), BFRT is especially helpful for patients recovering from:
• ACL reconstruction
• Rotator cuff injuries
• Joint replacements
• Tendon injuries
• Persistent pain conditions
Questions?
Talk to your PT or doctor if you think BFRT may be something you would benefit from.

03/05/2026

02/17/2026

Denver Health is a proud sponsor of the NSCD 50th Ski Cup! Visit us This Thurs. and Fri. (2/19 - 2/20) in the Vendor Village at the base of Winter Park and enter to win a GoPro and Smith MIPS helmet!

02/16/2026

Denver Health Alpine Clinic Occupational Therapist Nina recently summitted Mt. Kilimanjaro! 🎉And threw Denver Health a little love at the top. Congrats Nina!

02/10/2026

What Is Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy (PFPT)?
PFPT is a specialized type of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. These muscles play a key role in core stability, posture, bladder and bowel control, and sexual health. Pelvic floor physical therapy is personalized, respectful, and designed to help you move, feel, and live better.

As a pelvic floor physical therapist, Allison Maynes, PT, DPT, is specially trained to assess how these muscles are working and create an individualized treatment plan to help them function better—whether they’re too tight, too weak, or not coordinating properly. Ask your provider for a referral or contact Denver Health Alpine Clinic to learn more.

Conditions Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Can Treat:
Urinary incontinence (leakage with coughing, sneezing, or exercise)
Urinary urgency or frequency
Pelvic pain or pressure
Painful periods or pelvic cramping
Pain during or after in*******se
Pregnancy-related pelvic pain
Postpartum recovery
Pelvic organ prolapse
Bowel issues, such as constipation or difficulty emptying
Hip, low back, or tailbone pain related to pelvic muscle dysfunction

02/03/2026

Denver Health was proud to support the hockey community at the 2026 Grand Lake, Colorado Pond Hockey Classic this past weekend. What is typically a celebration of community and the spirit of the game carried deeper meaning in the wake of the tragedy on Interstate 70 earlier in the week.

Our hospital cared for seven patients injured in the multi vehicle crash involving the Santa Clarita Lady Flyers hockey team and continues to support their recovery.

In an extraordinary display of strength, the SC Lady Flyers carried on and went on to win the Western Girls Hockey League championship just days later. In response, the hockey community in Colorado and beyond has rallied in support.

Moments like these remind us of the importance of community and showing up for one another when it matters most. Our hearts are with all impacted. 💙

Denver Health Winter Park Medical Center

01/09/2026

Happy birthday Mary Jane! We are excited about the 50th Birthday Party this weekend and would like to remind everyone to remain safe. Wear sunscreen, stay hydrated and remember we are located at the base of Winter Park for any health care needs. Our medical center is open daily 9am to 5pm and offer emergency care, urgent care and primary care.

12/29/2025

Nina has lived in Grand County for over 40 years. Her career in Occupational and Hand Therapy has spanned at least that long, and she has been with Denver Health Alpine Clinic in Fraser for almost 10 years.

Nina provides specialized upper extremity care as a Certified Hand Therapist. She works closely with orthopedic and hand surgeons, providing comprehensive care for fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, arthritis and repetitive motion conditions. Splinting is a large part of her practice, providing protection to enhance healing, support for weakened structures, and encouraging motion to stiff joints.

Nina also volunteers with a nonprofit providing care to individuals who would otherwise not be able to access specialized therapy. These travels take her all over the world. When she's not working or volunteering, Nina can be found on and off the trails, skiing, hiking or running and generally enjoying this beautiful place we call home.

12/25/2025

💙 Happy Holidays from all of us at Denver Health.

Wishing our patients, families, staff and community a season filled with warmth, care and well-being. Thank you for being part of our community.