Understanding the Risks Why Winter Sports Lead to Unique Injuries Winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding involve high speeds, slippery surfaces, and cold conditions—factors that can contribute to orthopedic injuries. The biomechanics of these activities put unique stress on the body, especially the knees, wrists and shoulders, making injury prevention essential for a safe and enjoyable season. Flagstaff …
Local interest for new Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
By Michael Glover, MD, MBA, Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon at NAO (Originally featured in the Flagstaff Business News on Nov. 26, 2018 in Columnists) Patients come to see me for a variety of complaints regarding their back and neck health. Often, there are specific questions they would like me to answer (often, to help debunk Google), and end up sharing so …