This father/son duo are back in the water and at center stage! Gerry and Aragorn Luiting have performed together in water ski shows for decades, but injuries for both almost sidelined them completely. The men saw OrthoIllinois surgeons just...read more
When we get injured or when we’re dealing with a chronic joint condition, our bodies need to heal and recover. And physical therapists are often central to that recovery process. Physical therapy can be prescribed by your doctor with...read more
Cort Lawton, MD, always knew his career would involve sports in some way, shape, or form. “Sports consumed my life in my early years. I guess you could say I was a sports fanatic,” he shared. Growing up he...read more
ROCKFORD, Ill. (Nov. 1, 2021) – Dr. Jon Whitehurst, Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel, Dr. Scott Trenhaile and Dr. Cort Lawton, orthopedic sports medicine specialists at OrthoIllinois, a leading bone and joint health care provider in northern Illinois, will continue...read more
OrthoIllinois’ Dr. Harjot Thind was 17 years old when she observed her first neurosurgery – an experience that further cemented her desire to help people by becoming a doctor. “As a kid, I wanted to figure out why people...read more
You’ve heard of hip and knee replacements, but what happens when the pain is further down your leg? Ankle pain is tough: It is hard to participate in activities that require you to be on your feet. For many...read more