Expert insight from Dr. Richard Cunningham, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & NeurosurgeryFor many athletes, the a common question after ACL reconstruction surgery is “when can I run after ACL surgery?”Running is an exciting milestone in recovery, but it shouldn't be viewed as the finish line. Returning to [...]
Expert insight from Dr. Richard Cunningham, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery When most patients think about ACL surgery, they focus on the torn ligament itself. However, one of the most important factors in a successful surgical outcome happens behind the scenes during surgery. When a [...]
Expert insight from Dr. Richard Cunningham, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery ACL tears often require surgery, but not every tear requires surgery. When patients have a partial ACL tear, one of their first questions is, “Do I need surgery or can this heal without surgery?” [...]
Expert insight from Dr. Richard Cunningham, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery ACL injuries are often associated with immediate knee swelling. When someone tears their ACL, many patients describe hearing or feeling a “pop,” and then experience visible swelling within hours. But not every ACL tear [...]
By Dr. Richard Cunningham | Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) ACL injuries are common in active patients of all ages, but research consistently shows that ACL injuries in female athletes occur at significantly higher rates compared to men. Many theories exist to explain this gap including anatomy, [...]
By Dr. Richard Cunningham | Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) A common question that patients ask after ACL surgery is: how long until I can return to work after the surgery? Since every job and every recovery is different, the answer varies but below are some insights [...]
By Dr. Richard Cunningham | Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) When recovering from an ACL reconstruction, patients are eager to get their motion restored. Many gauge their progress by how far they can bend their knee, tracking knee flexion degrees each week. But after ACL reconstruction surgery, [...]
A torn ACL has long been associated with high school athletes, weekend warriors, and professional athletes. However, increasingly, active adults in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are sustaining ACL tears when injured skiing, playinig pickleball, and doing other recreational activities. As a result, Dr. Richard Cunningham, board-certified [...]
Dr. Richard Cunningham of Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) is a leader in ACL reconstruction and athlete recovery. One of the more difficult skills to regain after surgery isn’t just walking or running—it’s jumping. Whether you’re a skier, a soccer player, or a weekend warrior, regaining the [...]
Dr. Richard Cunningham of Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) specializes in treating ACL injuries and getting patients back to doing what they love to do. One question he often hears is, “Can I run after ACL surgery?” Returning to physical activity too soon after ACL reconstruction can [...]