Of all the joints, our knees are arguably the ones most likely to feel pain. Lots of injuries can cause knee pain. Car accidents fall and sports accidents are some of the most common causes of knee injuries, like fractures, torn ligaments, and sprains. Even though it’s never fun to experience knee pain, when it…. read more
Everybody knows chicken soup is a great home remedy for the common cold, but what about if you have knee pain? Are there at-home remedies for knee pain relief too? Yes! And most DIY knee pain remedies are easy enough for just about anyone to tackle. Of course, like any type of pain, the remedy…. read more
Great opportunity and course in Vail. Dr. Van Thiel taught and discussed new trends and techniques in knee arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction and cartilage restoration.
The knee is the largest “hinge” joint in the body. It’s also one of the most important joints for mobility and weight-bearing activities. The role of the knee is obvious in activities like walking, running, standing up, sitting down, and climbing stairs. Knees are also used for many other activities when the role isn’t so…. read more
ACL Tears 4-6 Times More Common in Female Athletes Historically, ACL injuries are most often associated with male-dominated sports – specifically football, hockey and pro basketball. But as it turns out, statistics tell a different story: Recent studies show female athletes are actually four to six times more likely to have an ACL tear compared…. read more
The cartilage in the knee joint is called articular cartilage. Articular cartilage is the material that covers the ends of the bones. It acts as a shock absorber allowing the knee to move smoothly, and prevents the bones from rubbing against one another. Every year in the U.S., more than 6 million people suffer damage…. read more
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.
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