First Snow, First Runs: The Most Common Early-Season Ski Injuries and Tips to Prevent Them

When the first real snow hits Colorado, the mountains come alive. Skiers and snowboarders rush to the slopes, eager for that first perfect run of the season. But early-season enthusiasm often collides with early-season conditions — and that’s when injuries spike. At Orthopedic Centers of Colorado, we consistently see a sharp increase in musculoskeletal injuries […]

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Effective 01/01/2026

United Healthcare HMO and HMO-POS plans require an authorized referral from your Primary care Provider (PCP).

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