Healthy Knee Protocol

Transforming Joint Health: The Promising Role of Connective Tissue Matrix in Osteoarthritis Treatment

Transforming Joint Health: The Promising Role of Connective Tissue Matrix in Osteoarthritis Treatment

Tue, Jul 25, 2023

by Dr. Andrew Allen

The new wave of umbilical cord tissue (UCT) and Connective Tissue Matrix (CTM) products are allograft injectables that are very exciting and proving to be tremendously successful in the treatment of chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as Osteoarthritis (OA). From the outset, Spruce Health Group (SHG) has implemented cutting-edge therapies and services for our patients in […]

Joint pain caused by osteoarthritis, how well does Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) work for it?

Joint pain caused by osteoarthritis, how well does Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) work for it?

Wed, May 31, 2023

by Dr. Andrew Allen

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) has been around since the early 1970s but it really began gaining more widespread popularity in the 2000s. It continues to gain momentum as a mainstream medical treatment, being used for chronic joint pain, healing of wounds, sports injuries to muscles, tendons, and ligaments as well as cosmetically for facials and […]

#HealthyMobility means being “in it to win it”!

#HealthyMobility means being “in it to win it”!

Thu, Apr 6, 2023

by Tina Saunders

When it comes to really enjoying life to the fullest, pain free mobility is key. In fact, we feel that #HealthyMobility means being “in it to win it”! Personally, winning in the Springtime means playing with my dogs, gardening, and most importantly grandchildren. So that means I have to be ready to heft a bag […]

Hyaluronic Acid, Platelet-Rich Plasma – Positions, and Exposition

Hyaluronic Acid, Platelet-Rich Plasma – Positions, and Exposition

Wed, Jan 25, 2023

by Spruce Health Group

A Family Nurse Practitioner shares an in-depth exposition, inspired by a position statement from the American College of Rheumatology (ACoR), regarding the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) gel and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.

The Gift of Golfing Without Knee Pain

The Gift of Golfing Without Knee Pain

Mon, Dec 12, 2022

by Ari Globerman, PT, DPT

Knee Osteoarthritis and Golf Viscosupplementation and Physical Therapy were able to help Betty return to golfing without knee pain in just a few weeks! We recently worked with a patient who was complaining of knee pain that was preventing her from getting out on the golf course to play her favorite sport. Betty was in search […]

Healthy Knees for Pickleball

Healthy Knees for Pickleball

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

by Ari Globerman, PT, DPT

What is Pickleball? Pickleball is now considered the fastest growing sport in America and has gained recent popularity here in the Denver metro area.5 For those who are not familiar with it, Pickleball resembles a miniature tennis court with similar rules and is played with a paddle and wiffle ball. Pickleball is an athletic endeavor that […]

It’s National “Work Like a Dog” Day. Celebrate with #HealthyLiving

It’s National “Work Like a Dog” Day. Celebrate with #HealthyLiving

Fri, Aug 5, 2022

by Tina Saunders

It’s National “Work Like a Dog” Day Did you know that the phrase “Work Like a Dog” reportedly originated from the extremely hard work that farm dogs put in out of the sheer joy of the tasks and of course their loyalty to their owners? Today this “holiday” celebrates working dogs of all types, but […]

IWD: Caregiving, Self-Care and Break the Bias

IWD: Caregiving, Self-Care and Break the Bias

Tue, Mar 8, 2022

by Lori Shaffer

Women make up 80% of healthcare decision makers. IWD Caregiving Self Care Yes we said that right…80 percent.(1) And caregiving is NOT easy. Spruce Health Group is here to help you as well as your loved ones. IWD: Caregiving, Self-Care and Break the Bias. On this International Women’s Day, we want to encourage you to […]

5 Benefits of Chiropractic Care

5 Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Tue, Feb 16, 2021

by Tina Saunders

About 35 million Americans have chiropractic treatment each year, seeking solutions for pain, stiffness, and other health issues. Still, plenty of people don’t know what chiropractors do or how chiropractic care might benefit them. The team at Spruce Health Group offers comprehensive chiropractic care for people of all ages at their locations in Colorado. With years of expertise, our providers ensure […]