Twin Cities Orthopedics

07/25/2025

New season. New jersey for your collection.

We’re giving away an authentic J.J. McCarthy jersey, just in time for Minnesota Vikings Training Camp. As the Official Sports Medicine Provider of the team, we’re proud to support players on and off the field.

To qualify, follow us and enter at TCOmn.com/Enter-To-Win.

07/24/2025

Never say never.

After tearing his ACL playing badminton more than a decade ago, Neville assumed his racket-sport days were over. With the right team behind him, everything changed.

“As soon as I started working with Physical Therapist Cody Suchla at Twin Cities Orthopedics – Edina MN Drive, I began to believe again. Then, my experience at the HAUS turned that belief into reality.

As a management consultant, I’m metrics-driven and methodical by nature, so it was impressive to see how closely the ACL recovery process at the HAUS mirrored my own professional approach. From the evolving ACE Return to Sport program in their state-of-the-art Eagan facility to the Sports Science Lab, where they use advanced metrics and movement analysis, everything is built on data.

From there, a custom recovery plan was developed, grounded in research and tailored to my specific needs. Athletic Trainers Chris Doney and Tyler Wheeler worked closely with me to target areas critical to regaining and surpassing my pre-injury strength and agility.

With the support of my TCO and HAUS family, I’m now stronger than ever. I haven’t been this fit since my college days. Calling it a transformation is an understatement. I’m incredibly grateful to have found this team during my time in Minnesota, and I’ll take everything I’ve learned with me as I return to Washington. I’ll always be part of this HAUS family.”

07/24/2025

The truth about sports concussions is evolving. So is the care.

At TCO, we’re leading the way with an expert team and the most advanced technology available. No two concussions are alike. That’s why our care is personalized, precise, and grounded in the latest science.

These five fast facts about sports concussions are important, but they’re just the beginning. Take a deeper dive in our latest blog post written by Concussion Program Coordinator Chris Ashton: https://tcomn.com/sports-concussions-5-fast-facts-everyone-should-know.

Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or want to be prepared, here are five facts about sports concussions that you should know.

07/23/2025

Mike and Debra missed doing the simple things without pain.

Thanks to their care at the Orthopedic Institute, a value-based partnership between TCO and Ridgeview, they’re moving through life again with comfort and confidence.

“Early in 2024, my wife Debra had an X-ray that showed a worn-out hip joint. TCO’s Dr. Allan Hunt was recommended to us by our daughter and son-in-law. We had the initial appointment with Dr. Hunt, and a date was set for Debra’s surgery.

Both of my knees had bothered me for years, so I asked what could be done for me. Another appointment was scheduled with X-rays, and Dr. Hunt said total knee replacements would correct my situation.

Both of my knees and Debra’s hip were done at the Orthopedic Institute. We can’t say enough about Dr. Hunt’s skill and the care we were given during our three separate overnight stays. The nurses and the entire team were very friendly. They made each visit comfortable and positive. The food was also awesome. We’re extremely satisfied with how we’ve healed and how much easier it is to go about daily life again.”

07/22/2025

Not even a broken foot could keep Savannah from her Cousin Crew.

After a Fourth of July injury, she went straight to TCO Urgent Care in Edina – Crosstown, where Physician Assistant Brett Osgood delivered quick care, an air cast boot, and some much-needed reassurance. Now, she’s soaking up her annual family trip to Nisswa and not letting this setback slow her down.

07/21/2025

At 63, Rick’s lifelong love of guitar began slipping through his fingers. Our hand and wrist specialists helped him keep the music alive.

“I started playing guitar when I was three years old. It has been my life-long passion. Just to illustrate this fact, from mid-2023 to the end of 2024, I logged over 740 hours of practice time. Yes, I actually log every hour of practice.

I started having difficulty with numbness in my fingers in 2024, and it progressively grew worse. I started waking up at night with an agonizing burning sensation in my hand, and then I started to lose the ability to perform. I gradually lost my abilities little by little, as I experienced more and more discomfort and numbness. For someone this dedicated to his craft, I cannot tell you how devastating that was. I was losing my ability to even feel the strings.

When I made my appointment to meet Dr. Shashank Dwivedi, I must admit I was quite nervous. However, I was soon impressed with him and his staff. He really listened to my explanation of my symptoms and the fear of never recovering my former abilities.

I decided to have surgery and was amazed when I immediately had no more pain. In fact, I started playing guitar the second day after my surgery!

I will not hesitate to see Dr. Dwivedi again, and much sooner if my other hand starts to give me trouble.”

Real stories. Real patients. Read more and discover what’s possible at TCO at http://tcomn.com/hand-wrist/testimonials.

07/18/2025

Seth turned to TCO for shin splints and left with answers for a mystery bump. After surgery and recovery, he’s clocking PRs and redefining what’s possible.

“After discovering inner calf pain during training last year, I visited TCO thinking it was just shin splints. While I was there, I also asked about a bump above my right knee, something I’d had since middle school. It never caused pain, but during long endurance runs, it held me back from reaching my full potential. I learned it was osteochondroma, and over time, my kneecap had been pressing against it, causing fluid buildup around my quad.

I made the decision last November to have it removed, hoping it would open the door to what I could truly accomplish as a runner. I chose TCO because of the incredible rehab care I received from them two years prior for a shoulder dislocation. Their team helped me rebuild beyond full strength then, and I trusted them again. Dr. Neil Johnson and his surgical assistant exceeded every expectation, especially with it being my first surgery. Their follow-up care, reassurance, and clarity meant everything.

Training HAUS Physical Therapist Krystan Coyle played a huge role not just physically, but mentally. When the setbacks came, and they did, she was always there with support, advice, and compassion. She gave me mental anchors when I doubted myself and showed me how far I could safely push through fear or pain. The entire HAUS team knew me by name. I never felt like just another patient; I felt like an athlete they truly believed in.

I ran a half marathon just 150 days post-op and crushed my time from last year by over 11 minutes, finishing in 1:59:27. I never walked a single step. I then competed in Great Grandma’s Half Challenge: a 5K on Friday and a half marathon on Saturday, all while fundraising for su***de prevention. I set another PR by six seconds. I couldn’t believe I did it during such a humid race. My mindset has shifted. I now train smarter, not just harder. TCO and Training HAUS didn’t just help me recover; they gave me back the belief that I could go further than I ever had before.”

07/17/2025

Ready. Set. Training Camp.

Football’s back next week, and we’re kicking things off in a big way. Win four tickets to the opening day of Minnesota Vikings Training Camp and watch our partner prep for the season at TCO Stadium.

To qualify, follow us and enter at TCOmn.com/Enter-To-Win.

07/16/2025

Big win for the TCO Bioengineering Lab.

The first-ever study conducted in our lab, led by Dr. David Bernholt of the Campbell Clinic in collaboration with Dr. Robert LaPrade and our researchers, has received this year’s Cabaud Memorial Award, one of the highest honors in orthopedic sports medicine research.

Presented annually by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the award recognizes the year’s top manuscript in basic science or laboratory research. Our manuscript was titled, “Posterolateral Tibial Bone Loss in the Setting of ACL Insufficiency Leads to Altered Kinematics During a Simulated Pivot.”

TCO and Training HAUS contributors include: Dr. Robert LaPrade, Mitchell Carlson, Luke Tollefson, Garrett Eggleston, Brett LaDoux, Evan Shoemaker, and Dr. Erik Slette.

Research and innovation are driving forces at TCO, and we’re proud of our team for this national recognition.

07/15/2025

When care goes beyond the clinic, real change happens. That’s what the TCO Foundation is all about.

Read more about the impact we’re making in the community: https://bit.ly/4eWxCdq

2024 highlights:
• 90 Guardian Caps funded for Rosemount High School to help protect football players
• 8th annual volunteer trip to Tanzania, providing essential care, training, and equipment
• Ongoing support for partners like Bolder Options, Northside Boxing Club, and United Heroes League
• Research & Education Meeting showcasing our team’s innovation across the practice

07/14/2025

For distance runner Elise, every mile matters, and having a physical therapy team she trusts makes all the difference.

“For a while, it felt like I was always hurt, and no one could figure out why. Then, in my mid-20s, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, which led to the discovery that I have celiac disease. That diagnosis changed everything. It finally explained why my body wasn’t recovering and why I kept getting injured.

Once I went gluten-free and started managing my condition, things began to improve. However, I still needed help staying healthy as a runner. That’s where Sara Conrad came in. She’s been my go-to physical therapist at TCO Eden Prairie for over five years. Her knowledge, especially about running, is incredible, and it shows. She’s done two gait analyses with me and used video to break down exactly what’s happening with my form. She’s pointed out areas of weakness, helped me improve my mechanics, and shown me how to stay ahead of injury, not just come back from it.

Earlier this year, I had an overuse injury in my lower leg, right before the London Marathon. I wasn’t as trained as I wanted to be, but Sara helped me stay focused and safe. She gave me a smart, realistic training plan and kept me motivated. Even while I was overseas, I had a last-minute foot pain issue and emailed her in a panic. She responded right away with advice that helped me get through the race pain-free.

I trust Sara. I trust TCO. Everyone I’ve worked with has been so supportive and genuinely invested in helping me succeed. They’ve helped me understand my body, stay healthy, and keep doing what I love.”

07/11/2025

Some patients bring thank-you cards. Bev Amos sent us a skeleton in sunglasses.

Known as Mr. Bones, he’s become the unofficial mascot of TCO Woodbury, crashing meetings, roaming the clinic, and occasionally riding shotgun with our docs.

He might not have a pulse, but he’s brought a lot of life to our clinic.