Geoffrey S. Van Thiel, MD

11/17/2025

Headed to the slopes this holiday? ⛷️ Before you hit the ice, field, or mountain, take steps to protect your joints. Cold weather and sudden activity can increase the risk of hip, knee, and shoulder injuries. Stay strong, stay safe, and keep your season in motion.

Headed to the slopes this holiday? Increased participation in recreational activities like skiing, ice skating, and pickup football can put added stress on your joints. Sudden bursts of activity, icy conditions, and cold muscles raise the risk of hip, knee, and shoulder injuries.

11/13/2025

Complex knee injury? This video breaks down multiligament knee reconstruction to keep you informed about your body.

Click on the link to view the high quality Multiligament Knee Reconstruction video provided by Your Practice Online. We provide medical videos for medical professionals to educate their patients.

11/12/2025

Shoulder or knee injury at work? Understanding the workers’ comp process can make recovery smoother. Here’s what to expect and how to stay on track while getting back to work safely.

11/12/2025

Overuse injuries often don’t start with a big moment — they build up slowly until pain starts affecting performance. Dr. Geoff Van Thiel breaks down what overuse really means and why early attention can keep athletes performing at their best.

11/11/2025

From lifelong fitness to youth athlete development, Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel is sharing expert insights on how to move better, stay stronger, and avoid burnout. Catch him on The Happy Healthy Strong Podcast and Oak Performance Radio!

🎧 Watch Episode 140: Raising Stronger Athletes Without the Burnout:
https://youtu.be/5LGcojkTJrY?si=eAiYdHCY559SntFg

When should kids start focusing on one sport?It’s a question many parents and young athletes face, but getting it wrong can do more harm than good.Welcome to...

11/10/2025

Experiencing hip pain? Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel discusses how to determine if your hip discomfort is a sign of something serious and when to seek medical attention.

11/06/2025

Victory over injury starts with expert care and a clear plan. 🏆 Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel helps patients overcome orthopedic challenges and get back to the activities they love—stronger and more confident than ever.

11/04/2025

Female athletes are much more likely to suffer ACL injuries — but there’s a simple way to lower that risk. Dr. Geoff Van Thiel shares how a short training routine can make a big impact on injury prevention.

10/30/2025

Knee injury on the job? 💼
Knowing the right steps can protect your health and your workers’ compensation rights. Learn what to do next and how to get the care you need.

A knee injury at work can leave you struggling with mobility, discomfort, and uncertainty about the future. Whether you slipped, twisted, or suffered an impact, ignoring the problem could make it worse.

10/28/2025

Aliesha’s journey from pain to freedom is truly inspiring. After a meniscus root tear left her struggling with daily activities, she found hope and healing with Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel.
As Aliesha shares, “By the time I was done with physical therapy, I felt strong. I had a lot of my range of motion back. Now, it's been just shy of nine months since my surgery, and I don't feel like it holds me back at all. It feels freeing."
Thank you, Aliesha, for sharing your story and inspiring others to take charge of their health. 💙

10/23/2025

Young athletes deserve a strong future on the field. ⚾ Pitch Smart guidelines help protect growing shoulders from rotator cuff damage—keeping kids healthy, safe, and ready to play for years to come.

Baseball offers young athletes the thrill of competition, teamwork, and achievement, but it also puts unique stress on the shoulder, with pitchers facing the greatest strain.

10/21/2025

Maureen, thanks for your kind words!