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As mountain biking season picks up in Colorado, many riders head back to the trails before their knees are ready for the demands of climbing, descending and uneven terrain.

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Learn how to manage the two-week wait, cope with fertility medication mood changes, and prepare for egg retrieval — without burnout during treatment.

Help your young athlete stay hydrated with practical tips for fluid intake, recovery and hydration-friendly foods.

Learn more about how doctors diagnose posttraumatic tethered spinal cord, which is usually identified by a pattern of progressive symptoms rather than a single test.

After a spinal cord injury, scar tissue can form between the cord and the lining of the spinal canal. Learn how over time reduced spinal cord function can lead to multiple, worsening symptoms.

Learn more about how to build a comprehensive support system after surviving cancer.

Colorado's mud season can be hard on knees because people often increase walking, running and hiking quickly just as trails and sidewalks are uneven, muddy or slick, which adds extra stress and twist risk. A gradual ramp-up, short warmups and basic strength work can help, but swelling, locking, instability or worsening pain should be checked by a clinician.