Geoffrey S. Van Thiel, MD

08/29/2025

⚾ Victory over injury starts with the right game plan. Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel helps players get back to the field—stronger and ready to win.

08/22/2025

Back to school and back to the field! As the season kicks off, make injury prevention a priority—warm up, stay hydrated, and listen to your body to stay safe and strong all year long.

08/19/2025

Jody shares her remarkable and inspirational patient story! After years of knee pain, triathlete Jody Gilmour found lasting relief with Dr. Van Thiel’s care and the MACI procedure.
“I had a great experience, I had little pain, which my understanding is that’s not the experience everyone has..”
- Jody

08/18/2025

💧Dehydration doesn’t just affect performance—it increases the risk of injury, too. Young athletes (and parents), here’s what you need to know to stay safe, strong, and hydrated all season long.

It’s easy to overlook hydration during a long practice or intense game, but for young athletes, staying hydrated is more than just about performance. It can directly impact injury risk, muscle recovery, and joint stability. Let’s explore how dehydration increases the likelihood of injuries like ...

08/13/2025

Wondering how long recovery takes after hip arthroscopy? Find out what to expect from Dr. Van Thiel! Discover how the right care can help you return to activity safely and confidently.

08/11/2025

Victory over injury isn’t just about powering through—it’s about precision, patience, and the right care. ⛳ Dr. Van Thiel helps you get back to golfing with confidence, one step (and stroke) at a time.

08/07/2025

Ever wonder how your shoulder really works? 🦴 Our patient education video breaks down the complex anatomy of the shoulder—bones, muscles, and movement—all in a way that’s easy to understand.

The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body enabling a wide range of movements including: forward flexion, abduction, adduction, external rotation, internal rotation, and 360-degree circumduction.

08/05/2025

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07/31/2025

From the desk of Dr. Van Thiel: Ever wonder why your knees pop or crack? It’s often harmless—but sometimes, it’s your body signaling an underlying issue. Learn what causes that sound and when it’s time to get it checked out.

07/29/2025

After a motocross injury left Shawn with a torn ACL and MCL, he turned to Dr. Van Thiel for expert care. Following surgery and rehab, he’s back doing what he loves—stronger than ever.
“I honestly feel better now than I did before the accident.”
Thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring others on the road to recovery!

Dr Geoffrey Van Thiel is an orthopedic surgeon in Elgin, Rockford and Crystal Lake, IL. He offers sports medicine and minimally invasive and arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder.

07/23/2025

Staying active as you age? 🏃 ♂️ This guide from OrthoInfo shares smart tips for baby boomers to prevent sports injuries and keep moving with confidence. Because it’s never too late to stay strong, safe, and in the game.

While there may be no single fountain of youth, you can slow down the aging process by staying physically active. Regular exercise enhances muscle and joint function, keeps bones strong, and decreases your risk of heart attack and stroke.