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Chad Ritter Talks Physical & Occupational Therapy

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Chad Ritter talked recently with WJON’s Kelly Cordes for their “It Matters” segment. They talked about how he got started at St. Cloud Orthopedics 18 years ago, his new position as Director of Physical and Occupational Therapy, and his personal experience with our Sports Center when he was in high school (including his connection to […]

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Congrats to Chad Ritter, New Director of PT & OT

Chad Ritter, MPT, AT-C is the new Director/Supervisor of Rehabilitation Services, overseeing all Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Athletic Training at the Orthopedic Sports Center. Chad has been with St. Cloud Orthopedics for 18 years, since 2003, working as both a Physical Therapist and a Certified Athletic Trainer for all of Sports Medicine, including injuries […]

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Dr. Thibault Talks Non-Operative Spine Care

Dr. Thibault recently talked with Kelly Cordes on air for WJON’s It Matters segment. He talked about his specialty of providing non-operative exercise therapy for back and neck injuries. Learn about why he chose this focus, why he’s passionate about exercise and rehabilitation, the types of patients he sees, and how St. Cloud Orthopedics can […]

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Dr. Hwang Talks Shoulder Surgery

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Dr. Hwang recently talked with Kelly Cordes on-air for WJON’s It Matters segment. He talked about the wide range of ages who need shoulder care, and what the most common shoulder ailments are. From Rotator Cuff surgeries to injuries like a “frozen shoulder,” he covered what shoulder care from St. Cloud Orthopedics might entail. Specifically, […]

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Happy Retirement to TJ!

After more than 40 years of service here at St. Cloud Orthopedics—including founding our Orthopedic Sports Center—Tom Jensen, long-time Director of Physical & Occupational Therapy, has officially retired! TJ, we wish you ALL THE BEST in this new and much-deserved chapter. Thank you for all you’ve done for St. Cloud Orthopedics, our patients, and the […]

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Dr. Hultman Talks Sports Medicine For All

Dr. Kristi Hultman recently talked with Kelly Cordes at WJON for their latest “It Matters” segment about all things Sports Medicine. She covered everything from the types of sports medicine care that we offer to how to start a fitness routine if you’ve been away from it for awhile, or are new to exercise. Take […]

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Dr. Sigurdson Talks Podiatric Care

Dr. Sigurdson recently talked with Kelly Cordes at WJON for their latest “It Matters” segment about all things Podiatry. She talked about everything from the types of foot and ankle care that we offer, as well as what types of treatments are offered to each age group. Take a listen to hear what Dr. Sigurdson […]

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Tom Jensen Talks Physical Therapy

Our Director of Physical Therapy, Tom Jensen (known by many as TJ), talked with Kelly Cordes at WJON for their latest “It Matters” segment about all things Physical Therapy. He covers how to get physical therapy, how it differs from occupational therapy which we also offer, the various types of treatments available here at St. […]

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Dr. Lauer Talks Hand Care

Our newest orthopedic specialist, Dr. Madelyn Lauer, recently talked with Kelly Cordes on air for WJON’s It Matters segment. She continued the conversation from Dr. Staiger’s interview about hand and upper extremity care, covering topics such as innovative techniques for helping hand surgery patients, the importance of having physical therapy in the same building as […]

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Dr. Meirick Talks Non-Operative Sports Medicine

Dr. Paul Meirick recently talked with Kelly Cordes on WJON about non-operative Sports Medicine. They started by talking about how his care includes the treatment of people who want to stay active without the use of surgery. They covered everything from bracing for injuries and physical therapy to injections. Take a listen to his segment […]

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