Orthopedic Telemedicine Video Visits! We are proud to be one of the first to offer video consultations and telemedicine for patients. If you have a knee, hip or shoulder issue and are interested in a video visit. Please let us know. Treatment plans can be developed without an in person visit! Message us or visit www.vanthielmd.com.
Did your new gym routine leave you with a sore hamstring? Learn more about how to tell the difference between a hamstring tendon tear or strain. vanthielmd.com/hamstring-tendon-tear-or-strain/
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Hamstring Tendon Tear or Strain? | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Keep your sports career on track and learn why every athlete needs a sports medicine specialist. vanthielmd.com/why-every-athlete-needs-a-sports-medicine-specialist/
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Why Athletes Need a Sports Medicine Specialist | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Was a great trip to Spain. Spent time with the team doctors for the soccer club Real Madrid and got a picture with the Champions League Trophy.
Don't let "jumping for joy" become just an expression. Find out how to prevent cartilage damage and alleviate knee pain. vanthielmd.com/articular-cartilage-knee-pain-in-focus/
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Articular Cartilage & Knee Pain In Focus | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
You can only power through so much shoulder pain. It's time to find out when to consider shoulder impingement surgery for pain relief - vanthielmd.com/when-to-consider-shoulder-impingement-surgery-for-pain-relief/
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Shoulder Impingement Surgery for Pain Relief | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
We want to remain as accessible to patients as possible during the pandemic. Take a look at how we're continuing to provide consultation with new telemedicine services: https://bit.ly/32sxX39
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Dr. Van Thiel Continues Efforts to Help Treat Patients Virtually | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Hip flexor pain is incredibly common and without the correct warm up and strengthening exercises, it could develop into a longer-term issue. Use these tips to stop dancing through the discomfort: https://bit.ly/3kaJV7I
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Hip Flexor Pain in Dancers: How to Keep Moving | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Dr. Van Thiel was right at the top of Shawn's list in looking for an Orthopedic Surgeon to help him get back to his motocross lifestyle after a high impact injury. Take a look at Shawn's journey and his advice for patients with knee injuries: https://bit.ly/2IqL2U9
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Orthopedic Surgeon in Rockford & Algonquin: Dr. Van Thiel
Happy Thanksgiving from the Van Thiel MD team! We're thankful for the opportunity to help return people to their active lifestyles each day. What are you thankful for this holiday? Comment!
Dance therapy is a great option for anyone looking to strengthen their muscles and improve balance. Take a look at the benefits of dance therapy and get moving! https://bit.ly/2INIwrg
Don't let the weather deter you from staying active. However, you should adapt your routine to the changing temperature. Prevent injury with these pre and post workout tips: https://bit.ly/3qAGP17
It has not yet been proven that there is a connection between cold weather and worsening joint pain. However, if you feel that your symptoms are especially bothersome during winter, take a look at these tips to better manage joint pain: https://bit.ly/2JHApNq
Acute and overuse injuries are very common within high school sports. As a parent of a young athlete, take a look at which injuries are most common in each sport and how to avoid injury: https://bit.ly/3ra56vA
Check out our new article on a holistic approach to pain. Great info and can help decrease medication usage. https://www.vanthielmd.com/a-holistic-approach-to-decrease-pain-and-swelling/
A Holistic Approach to Decrease Pain and Swelling | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
After rotator cuff surgery, don't overestimate your stage of healing and trust in the physical therapy process. Follow these other do's and don'ts while recovering: https://bit.ly/39qGtlU
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What To Expect: Rotator Cuff Surgery Recovery | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
If you have anterior knee pain when climbing stairs or a grating sensation when bending your knees, you could have Patellofemoral pain syndrome or runner's knee. These tips and exercises could help with pain relief:
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Runner’s Knee: What is patellofemoral pain syndrome? | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
After her first year swimming on her college scholarship, Lexie experienced a sharp pain that affected her performance. Anxious to get back to competing, she was looking for an orthopedic surgeon with experience treating athletes. Learn about her journey with Dr. Van Thiel:
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Hip Arthroscopy Recovery Story | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
It's likely that dedicated runners could experience knee pain at some point in their running careers. Even without having an accident, knee pain can sneak up over time. To remain safely active, it's always best to address your symptoms. Take a look at a few common causes of knee pain without injury: https://bit.ly/3tqPoNE
Looking for pain relief from hip bursitis? These exercises could help. Get in touch with our team at OrthoIllinois for guidance on prevention and treatment for hip bursitis:
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Hip Bursitis Exercises | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Running puts a lot of stress on your joints. From ankle sprains to anterior knee pain, there is a range of issues that could arise. Runners - check out these home exercise programs: https://bit.ly/3tOuN5S
When the body is introduced to foreign objects, inflammation is the natural response that begins the healing process. Learn about the holistic solutions that have proven effective in decreasing pain for centuries: https://www.vanthielmd.com/natural-anti-inflammatory/
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A Holistic Approach to Decrease Pain and Swelling | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
A runners best asset is a pair of strong knees. If you're experiencing sharp pain, stiffness or even a "popping" sensation in your joints, you could have a torn meniscus. Learn how our team treats this very common injury: https://bit.ly/2MafDqS
When running in cold weather, it's much harder to maintain body heat and keep muscles from tightening. Check out these tips on what to wear and how to warm up to prevent injury: https://bit.ly/3drdXEr
Sports like football, basketball and soccer place a lot of demand on the knee joint. One bad landing from a jump or a quick pivot could twist or tear the ligament. Find out how we address ACL reconstruction surgery: https://bit.ly/3pSyrbW
Most athletes don't return to their sport after sustaining a multi-ligament knee injury like Jack had. After his procedure to repair tears in 3 major ligaments, Jack was soon back to playing basketball every day. Read his story and learn more about our innovative solutions to treat athletic injuries: https://bit.ly/3bNw6dr
If serious repair is needed to resolve knee pain, there are two common surgeries recommended. This visual helps to explain the difference between ACL and total knee replacement surgery: https://bit.ly/3ql4jGp
If serious repair is needed to resolve knee pain, there are two common surgeries recommended. This visual helps to explain the difference between ACL and total knee replacement surgery:
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ACL Surgery vs Total Knee Replacement Surgery | Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel
Big shot out to our patient David Wallden that has gotten through his shoulder issues and is currently ranked 5th in the world at the CrossFit Games. Very very impressive. Way to go Dave!
Knee injuries are incredibly prevalent among basketball players and without proper warmups and stretching, they are more likely to sustain an injury. Check out Dr. Van Thiel's byline on knee injury prevention:
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Basketball Knee Injury Prevention
Knee injuries are incredibly prevalent among basketball players and without proper warmups and stretching, they are more likely to sustain an injury. Check out our byline on knee injury prevention: https://bit.ly/3b0CX41
If you're an avid basketball player (or any sport that places a lot of demand on your knee joint), you might ask what the difference in symptoms are between jumper's knee vs. runner's knee. Check out this visual that walks you through both conditions: https://bit.ly/3clCKHP
