Richard Cunningham, MD

Richard Cunningham, MD is a Vail, CO based board-certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of the shoulder and knee.

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If your shoulder keeps dislocating, repairing the torn tissue may not be enough.

When bone loss occurs, a Latarjet procedure can rebuild the shoulder socket and restore stability — helping prevent future dislocations.

Learn more: https://t.co/DpUUM9Zsi8

#Latarjet

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Did you know some ACL tears can be repaired without a graft?

Dr. Cunningham explains ACL preservation surgery, an innovative procedure that repairs your native ACL rather than reconstructing it with donor tissue or another tendon.

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#ACLInjury #ACLRepair

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🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Dr. Cunningham and the team!

Wishing you a safe and fun holiday weekend filled with family, friends, and summer adventures. Enjoy the celebration and stay safe!

#FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #Happy4th

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What does a torn MCL feel like?

Pain on the inside of the knee, swelling, stiffness, and sometimes an audible "pop" at the time of injury. Some patients also experience their knee giving way when turning or changing direction.

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#MCLTear #KneeInjury

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An osteotomy is a bone realignment procedure often used to shift weight away from an arthritic area of the knee. For younger, active patients, it can help preserve the native knee & delay the need for knee replacement surgery.

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#Osteotomy #KneeArthritis

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Too old for ACL surgery? Not necessarily.

Active adults in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are returning to skiing, pickleball, and other activities after ACL reconstruction. Dr. Cunningham explains when surgery makes sense & when it doesn't.

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#ACLInjury

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Recovering from knee surgery? Dr. Richard Cunningham explains how to properly install and operate your knee brace to support healing and recovery.

Watch the video and follow along for step-by-step guidance.

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#KneeSurgery #KneeBrace #SportsMedicine

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"Just 15 weeks after hamstring repair surgery, I'm back to riding, hiking, and working out with great success. Dr. Cunningham, Shannen, and the entire team were incredible throughout my care." – Steve F.

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#HamstringRepair #SportsMedicine #PatientSuccess

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ACL tears are becoming increasingly common in adolescent athletes, especially in sports involving cutting, pivoting, and sudden deceleration.

Dr. Cunningham discusses pediatric ACL injuries: https://t.co/6J4YIi7BNz

#ACL #YouthSports #SportsMedicine #Orthopedics

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Can nutrition help reduce arthritis pain & inflammation?

Dr. Cunningham shares research on how fiber, berries, ginger, curcumin, and plant based nutrition may support joint health and reduce inflammation.

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#Nutrition #JointHealth #Arthritis

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Why are female athletes more likely to tear their ACL?

Dr. Cunningham explains how muscle imbalances, landing mechanics, and strength deficits can increase ACL injury risk and what athletes can do to help prevent injury.

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#ACL #FemaleAthletes

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Quad tendon vs. patellar tendon ACL grafts. What’s the difference?

Dr. Cunningham explains why he has preferred the quadriceps tendon autograft for ACL reconstruction over the last decade.

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#ACL #SportsMedicine #KneeInjury #Orthopedics

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What are the Lachman and Pivot Shift tests?

In this video, Dr. Cunningham demonstrates key orthopedic knee exams used to evaluate ACL injuries and knee instability during an exam under anesthesia.

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#ACLInjury #SportsMedicine #Orthopedics #KneeInjury

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Taylor dislocated her shoulder during a pole vault competition.

With treatment from Dr. Cunningham, she was able to return to pole vaulting within months.

Watch her recovery story: https://t.co/qQdKrx0nOa

#SportsMedicine #ShoulderInjury #PoleVault #Orthopedics

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Does a broken collarbone always require surgery?

Not necessarily. But when a clavicle fracture is significantly displaced or broken into multiple pieces, surgery may help restore alignment.

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#ClavicleFracture #ShoulderInjury #SportsMedicine

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Pickleball injuries are on the rise.

While the sport is considered low impact, quick pivots, repetitive movements & sudden direction changes can lead to shoulder, elbow & knee injuries.

Dr. Cunningham discusses common pickleball injuries: https://t.co/Ada6Zxuypa

#Pickleball

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Not every ACL tear requires surgery.

In his latest blog, Dr. Cunningham explains when patients with a partial ACL tear may recover successfully with physical therapy and when ACL reconstruction may still be needed.

Learn more: https://t.co/Cl7LEA7lZG

#ACL #SportsMedicine

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MACI knee treatment uses your own cells to repair cartilage damage at the source.

Dr. Richard Cunningham explains how this two step procedure helps patients return to an active, pain free lifestyle.

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#MACI #KneeCartilage #CartilageRepair #KneeInjury

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Quad tendon vs hamstring graft?

Quad tendon grafts offer a thicker, stronger option with fewer complications and are often preferred in active patients.

Dr. Richard Cunningham explains: https://t.co/6wxt9y4aSf

#ACLGraft #ACLSurgery

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Not all biceps tears are equal.

Dr. Richard Cunningham breaks down proximal vs distal tears and what to watch for.

If you feel a pop or sudden weakness do not ignore it.

Read more: https://t.co/FbJq8oiPKh

#BicepsTear #InjuryPrevention #ShoulderInjury #ElbowInjury