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Sports Medicine

When it comes to treating athletes, we’re the experts

From weekend warriors to pros, Twin Cities Orthopedics treats athletes and gets them back in the game as quickly and safely as possible. Our specialists have extensive experience in working with athletes, and many of them serve as physicians for local Twin Cities high schools, colleges and professional teams.

Common Conditions & Procedures

  • Arthroscopy of the Shoulder, Hip and Knee
  • Dislocations
  • Knee Surgery, including ACL and PCL Repair and Reconstruction
  • Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
  • Ligament and Joint Reconstruction
  • Muscle and Joint Sprains and Strains
  • Patellofemoral Dislocation
  • Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Shoulder Dislocation and Instability
  • Sports Concussion
  • “Tommy John” Surgery
  • Turf Toe
                                               

Physicians

TCO sports medicine physicians are proud to work with athletes at every level of competition. It doesn’t matter if you’re a gold medalist or a middle school goalie, our promise to you is the same. We will utilize all of our resources – decades of experience, incredible facilities, years of research data, and specialized training – to make you a better, safer, and more complete athlete. Learn more.

Physical Therapists

TCO Physical Therapists are part of a multidisciplinary team including athletic trainers, psychologists and coaches. Together, they provide comprehensive therapy assessments and plans, including vestibular rehab, vision training, cervical rehab and exertional therapy/graded experience. Learn more.

Athletic Trainers

TCO Athletic Trainers are multi-skilled health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, injury evaluation, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Our Athletic Trainers work directly with athletes in the youth, high school, and collegiate setting providing care in at the school as well as working hand-in-hand with our Sports Medicine Physicians in the clinic.

Dr. TJ Ridley is very knowledgeable and great with both kids and adults. He did a great job explaining what to expect and provided instructions that my son (17) could follow. At each appointment,…
– Amanda, patient

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I’m not sure anything can prepare you for the moment you hear the news that you’ve torn your ACL and severed your meniscus after a blindside in a football game. Everything I planned for…
– Eli T., patient

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A shout out to Scott Cichos and Katie Godmare for the excellent physical therapy program they have provided to get me on the way to recovery. They both show their desire to guide…
– Jeffrey H., patient

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Dr. Meisterling, I wanted to thank you for reconstructing my ACL and allowing me to return to sport for my senior year of high school. You repaired my ACL in October 2016, and I…
– Sam J., patient

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My introduction to Dr. Larson is rather unique as I’m not a runner nor do I compete in major athletic events. However, one of my hobbies is running agility with my Great Dane, Tess. After…
– Angie K., patient

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TCO Baseball Medicine Conference: Nov. 5-6

The World Series wraps just days earlier, but November still is a good time to be talking about baseball. America’s pastime – throwing, in particular – will be the topic of discussion at the Twin…

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