Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence's mission is to achieve optimal results for each patient through a team approach that includes Orthopedic Surgeons, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists/Certified Hand Therapists, and Certified Athletic Trainers.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain, weakness and numbness or tingling in your palm, fingers, and even your wrist and arm. It’s caused by compression of the median nerve which runs from your hand between tendons and a ligament that together comprise the “carpal tunnel” and continues on all the way up your arm. Carpal tunnel| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Dr. Ky M. Kobayashi, board-certified orthopedic surgeon at CCOE, has once again been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2025 in Orthopedic Surgery.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
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Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence (CCOE) is proud to once again be named a Best of the Springs winner by The Gazette!| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Dr. Ky Kobayashi is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with dual specialization in disorders of the hand and upper extremity, including complex shoulder injuries and degenerative conditions. Based in Colorado Springs, Dr. Kobayashi is widely regarded for his surgical precision, compassionate patient care, and dedication to restoring optimal function to individuals of all activity levels—from elite athletes to everyday workers.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Few stories capture that spirit more than the incredible journey of the Kobayashi brothers—Dr. Ky Kobayashi, Dr. Todd Kobayashi, and Dr. Dayton Kobayashi.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Spring has arrived in Colorado, and that means more opportunities to get active outdoors. Whether you’re hiking, biking, playing pickleball, or lacing up your cleats for a recreational league, spring sports season is in full swing. But before you dive back into your favorite activities, it’s important to take precautions to prevent orthopedic injuries that […] The post Spring Sports & Orthopedic Injuries: How to Stay Safe as You Get Back Outside appeared first on Colorado Center of Orth...| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Pickleball Injuries: While pickleball is often seen as a lower-impact sport, the truth is it demands quick reflexes, fast footwork, and repetitive motion...| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Unicompartmental Knee Replacement| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
A unicompartmental knee replacement is typically recommended for patients with osteoarthritis that affects only one compartment of the knee...| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Tendonitis of the biceps isn’t just about pain, although there is plenty of that: pain that interferes with your activities of daily living, pain that interferes with your sleep, chronic sharp pain with persistent inflammation that can lead to a long list of complications and long-term consequences from progressive shoulder/arm weakness to possible permanent loss […] The post Tendonitis Of The Biceps appeared first on Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Your knees help support your weight and let your legs bend and move. Almost any movement that uses your legs relies on your knees — your knees help when you’re walking, running, and jumping. Neglecting a long-term knee injury increases the likelihood of developing degenerative conditions and causing irreversible joint damage. Conditions like osteoarthritis, characterized by […] The post Knee Arthroscopy appeared first on Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
When we think about performing tasks with the upper extremities, what usually comes to mind is our hands and wrists. But without the elbow, so much of what you do each day would be impossible. Think about it: Without your elbow, which governs the placement of your hand in space, much of your upper body […] The post Chronic Elbow Instability appeared first on Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a compressive neuropathy of the foot caused by entrapment of the tibial nerve as it passes through the tarsal tunnel.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Post-tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a painful condition. Without treatment, the collapsed flat foot that develops from PTTD eventually...| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
The minimally invasive knee replacement procedure (sometimes referred to as total knee arthroplasty or TKA) involves the use of modified...| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Compartment syndrome, also called exertional compartment syndrome( CESE), can happen to any muscle group, but 95% of cases are in the lower leg.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves to the left or right. It can be slight or severe, and there may or may not be a defined reason for developing the condition. Most of the time, scoliosis develops around the time of puberty. Adolescent girls get scoliosis more than boys, and children more than adults. In rare cases, scoliosis can also develop during adulthood.| Colorado Center of Orthopaedic Excellence
