Patient Testimonials

I started seeing Seth right away after my total knee replacement. In the first couple of weeks, Seth’s understanding of the procedure and symptoms was very comforting. It was determined that a manipulation was necessary. The positive and reassuring attitudes and feedback I received from Seth and Ashley and the whole staff at the Blaine TCO PT facility was a game changer for me. Even on my tough days, Seth, Ashley, Sam, Kristina, Kasi, and Jared were professional and compassionate while sharing their knowledge of my situation with me. They made a “not-so-fun” situation very tolerable and they did help me reach my goals. I already have recommended this staff to friends who are in need of orthopedic PT services and will continue to do so. Thanks Seth, Ashley and all of the Blaine PT staff. Appreciate your professionalism, knowledge, humor :), and caring ways!!!

I had to use a cane, wheelchair and walker before I had my knee replacement. I had taken shots as long as I could to get relief from the pain. I asked for the surgery and I am so glad I did! It wasn’t long after the surgery that I could enjoy taking steps without pain. My knee works fine! Looking forward to summer as it will be 1 year in July that I had my knee replaced. I am also looking forward to resuming garding and walking without pain and now with a stronger knee. Dr. Arntson explained everything to me. He always had time for my questions and concerns. His gentle spirit always calmed me.

As a sophomore in college, my life is extremely busy. Balancing sports, class and extracurricular’s is a lot to handle, and now I have to work in time for an injury. I tore my ACL and partially tore my medial meniscus while playing soccer at my university. I have never had a serious injury before that prohibited me from playing the sport I love, so the whole injury recovery process is very new to me. I was completely lost on what the procedure was, where to find a surgeon, what physical therapy entailed and recovery time. Thankfully, Dr. Corey Wulf works closely with my university and he was able to explain the procedure to me and make me feel comfortable with the unfortunate situation I was in. After surgery, I felt even more worrisome on when I would be able to return to playing my sport. An injury as serious as an ACL put me at a recovery time for 9 months. I still have about 5 months until I am able to play again. However, my physical therapist at TCO, Karie Nash, has been extremely helpful. She has made the recovery process so much easier. Her insights and exercises have made a noticeable difference. Thanks to Karie, I am more confident in my knee and I look forward to continuing to work with her to guide me along with my recovery. With the help of these two TCO employees, I am continuing to get better and now I am a little closer to returning to the sport I love.

Two off-season knee surgeries, one in October on my right knee and in December on my left. Back in the cage preparing to umpire college baseball again! Dr. Neil Johnson and the physical therapy team at TCO got me back and ready to go! Team TCO will always be safe! They hit a grand slam with their teams in Burnsville and the new Eagan TCO!

Thanks for making no errors and a complete perfect game treatment!

Thanks!
Bill

Before surgery I had, at times, severe pain in both my knee and hip. I was unable to do stairs without feeling pain. Now I can run down them pain free. Thanks Dr. O’Keefe!

Had scope surgery 1^st but didn’t help much, then the knee replacement surgery by Dr. O’Keefe went well and the knee feels much better now.

Close to two years ago Dr. Heikes performed knee surgery due to knee cartilage damage from a hard impact on my knee.

I was able to begin running and racing one mile to 10 mile races less than a year following the surgery. Dr. Heikes has a gift of listening and explaining in layman’s terms for a clearer understanding of discussions. Good job Dr. Heikes!

Can’t recommend Brooke Deshler more highly. She explained why each thing she asked me to do was necessary and how it benefited my recovery. She held me responsible with kindness and was very knowledgeable in her treatment. Excellent PT!

I saw Dr. Matthew Butterfield who was highly recommended by my cousin, a Vascular Surgeon who only recommends the VERY BEST. I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Butterfield. He was professional, caring, and willing to listen. He was so great that he knew exactly what my MRI would most likely say before I even had it done. He was spot on with his diagnosis. He gave me the time I needed away from work to heal as he and I together felt was necessary. I will recommend him to anyone who needs a referral to a great physician. Thank you Dr. Butterfield! I will only see him if I need any future orthopedic needs!!

I retired earlier this year and was looking forward to catching up on many activities and experiences that I didn’t have time for in the past. But frequent issues with my knees posed a significant problem. I had total knee replacement done by Dr. Kelly on both knees (6 weeks apart) and after recovery I’m excited to say that my knee pain is gone and I have total confidence in my knees once again. I spent a week on vacation in December (10 months after my first knee replacement) and walked nearly 70 pain-free miles in 7 days. I’ve returned to my car building hobby, and am doing all the things around my home that had become difficult. I am still seeing improvement in both knees and am excited about that. I am convinced that all the dreams I had for my retirement are once again within reach.