Geoffrey S. Van Thiel, MD

28/02/2023

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27/02/2023

Are you experiencing weakness following a injury? Do you have pain that has lasted longer than four weeks? 👨‍⚕️ Hear from Dr. Van Thiel as he identifies when it may be time to seek expert medical advice to address your pain. 👀 Watch here: https://bit.ly/3K9AQJU.

Dr. Van Thiel, an accredited leader in the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine field, answers patients' most popular questions about joint pain and injuries. Get ...

22/02/2023

Recovery is a long process.⏳ Giving your body the time to heal from an injury while allowing yourself to enjoy the process is easier said than done. Physical Therapy is a treatment plan to help keep you active while giving yourself the time to recover.

OrthoIllinois physical therapists are trained in manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilizations and soft tissue massage to help manage pain.

Our exercise-based, custom rehabilitation program incorporates specific dance skills and routines to provide sports-specific training that is easy on your body in the long run. 💃

Incorporating dance physical therapy helps to provide a comprehensive care plan. Dr. Van Thiel strives to get you back performing pain-free.

11/02/2023

One of the aspects I care about most in my work is staying connected to past, current and future patients.

Seeing patient progress and over time is quite spectacular! In my newsletter, I dive into the details of what I've been up to lately, as well as highlighting some incredible patients of mine.

If you'd like to stay in touch too, sign up to receive my newsletter here:

Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel, an orthopedic surgeon in Rockford, IL and Algonquin, is fellowship-trained, board-certified, and internationally renowned.

09/02/2023

As a long-time physical education teacher, Kathy's entire life is centered around physical activity.

When she suffered a scary fall last year, she found her way into our office to treat a hamstring tendon tear.

After a tendon repair operation, we're proud to report that Kathy is back to her active routine and giving her students a run for their money!

Read Kathy's inspiring story here: https://bit.ly/3DS0lP2

Read about Jack a multi-sport athlete, who suffered from a multi-ligament tear in his knee. Read about Abigail who fell and tore her Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). Life changing stories of patients healed by Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel.

24/01/2023

Our team is here to diagnose and treat you wherever it hurts!

Learn more about the services we provide and get complete and comprehensive care today 👇:

Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel, an orthopedic surgeon in Rockford, IL and Algonquin, is fellowship-trained, board-certified, and internationally renowned.

19/01/2023

can be extremely painful and debilitating!

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Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel is a founder of the leading Hip Arthroscopy Center in Rockford, IL.

17/01/2023

Check out this glowing review from one of our patients ⭐️

We're here to help you get your life back! Whatever pain you may be experiencing in your hip, knee, or shoulder, we'll make sure you receive the care you need to get back to an active and healthy lifestyle 💪

Contact our team to get started today!
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13/01/2023

It's about that time for new year's resolutions!

It is commonly spoken that is medicine.

As we all try to implement more habits into our daily lives, remember to stay active and give your joints and muscles the recovery time they need.

The team is here to help you stay strong:

Contact Information for our Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel with offices in Rockford and Elgin, IL.

29/12/2022

Did you know that cold weather makes muscles more susceptible to injuries?

This is because our muscles contract more and joint cartilage health often decreases during cold days (not to mention the icy driveways we face during the winter!)

It can be helpful to have a go-to sports medicine specialist you can call, like to help keep you active:

A sports medicine specialist is a healthcare provider who’s focused on the unique needs of athletes — pros, students, and weekend warriors alike.

27/12/2022

With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we sometimes forget to stop for a moment and reflect on what we appreciate most.

We are thankful for the health and happiness of our patients, colleagues, friends and family during every season!

We hope this most recent holiday weekend was one filled with peace, fun and relaxation.

22/12/2022

A patient recently asked, "How does cartilage restoration work and who is a good candidate for that?"

There are plenty of circumstances in which cartilage restoration for knees can be helpful!

Learn more to find out if you would be a good candidate for knee cartilage restoration: https://bit.ly/3X3FkZw