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Treating a Broken Finger: When Do You Need a Specialist?
A broken finger can be more than just a minor inconvenience—it can interfere with daily activities, sports, and even work. While some...

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Mar 1


Skier’s Thumb: Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Dr. Terrell Joseph , a leading orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) in...

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Jan 1


Protect Yourself from Wrist and Hand Injuries This Winter
Winter sports bring excitement, but they also increase the risk of wrist and hand injuries. Whether you're skiing, snowboarding, or...

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Nov 1, 2024


Thumb Arthritis: Understanding Basal Joint Arthritis and Finding Relief
Dr. Terrell Joseph , a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery, provides expert insights into thumb...

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Oct 1, 2024


Pitch-Perfect Elbows & Shoulders Treatment Guide by Dr. Joseph
As the baseball season approaches, players and coaches alike are gearing up for another exciting round of games.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Apr 1, 2024


What Is Skier’s Thumb?
Skier's thumb is an injury that can occur when the UCL is extended beyond its normal range of motion, resulting in it being torn.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Nov 8, 2022


Why Is My Hand Tingling?
Do you ever experience a tingling sensation in your hand? Read on to learn about three possible causes of tingling in your hands or fingers.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Oct 11, 2022


Is My Finger Sprained or Broken?
There are a few key differences between these finger injuries. Here’s how to spot whether your finger is sprained or broken.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Oct 28, 2021


Common Hand & Wrist Injuries
When your hand or wrist is injured, it can adversely affect so much of your daily life.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Oct 8, 2021


Do I Have Trigger Finger?
Sometimes an injury can cause your finger to lock in a bent position. The most likely reason is stenosing tenosynovitis aka trigger finger.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Aug 13, 2021


What Causes Inflammatory Wrist Pain?
Here are some factors that may have contributed to your inflammatory wrist pain, so you can better understand your treatment options.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Jul 30, 2021


How Do You Treat a Torn UCL Thumb?
A torn UCL can prevent the thumb from effectively performing its daily motions of pinching and grasping.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
May 28, 2021


What are the Most Common Pickleball Injuries?
Pickleball is a popular summertime racquet sport in Eagle and Summit County. Pickleball melds together different aspects of tennis,...

Dr. Terrell Joseph
May 14, 2021


What Causes Numbness of the Hand?
Hand numbness is usually caused by damage, irritation or compression of one of the nerves or a branch of one of the nerves in your arm/wrist

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Apr 30, 2021


What Is Mallet Finger?
Mallet finger is typically caused when an object (such as a baseball) forcefully impacts the tip of the finger.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Mar 26, 2021


What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and How Is It Treated?
Caused when the major nerve in the hand is compressed, carpal tunnel syndrome results in painful and sometimes debilitating symptoms in the

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Mar 12, 2021


Are You Developing Arthritis In the Hand?
Here’s how to know if you’re developing arthritis in the hand and what can be done to treat this painful condition.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Nov 27, 2020


Tendinitis: What Causes Pain and Swelling in the Wrist and Elbow
What is tendinitis? Why does it cause pain in the wrist and elbow?

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Nov 13, 2020


Snowboarding for Beginners: How to Avoid Injuries
Here are a few tips and tricks to help new snowboarders avoid orthopaedic injuries.

Dr. Terrell Joseph
Oct 30, 2020
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