Nearly 80% of the population will experience foot or ankle pain at some point in their lives. Many times, that pain is caused by an athletic injury or sports-related overuse condition. At Heartland Orthopedic Specialists, our sports medicine doctors are trained and equipped to diagnose and treat all sports-related injuries involving the foot and ankle.

Our Sports Medicine Specialists

• Jefferson C. Brand, M.D.
  Fellowship-Trained, Sports Medicine
  Board-Certified, Sports Medicine
• Eric W. Nelson, M.D.
  Board-Certified, Sports Medicine
• Dennis P. Weigel, M.D.
• Patrick E. Hurley, D.O.
• Thomas E. Dudley, M.D., Ph.D.
• Russell S. Sticha, D.P.M.
  Foot & Ankle

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Our Services

• Shoulder & Elbow
• Hand & Wrist
• Hip
• Knee
• Foot & Ankle
• Sports Medicine
• Joint Replacement
• Physical Therapy
• Return to Play
• S.W.E.A.T.
• STOP Sports Injuries

Our Locations

• Alexandria – A Service of Douglas County Hospital
• Willmar
• Glenwood
• Morris
• Appleton

Contact Us

• For Appointments: (800) 762-1177
• Talk to an Athletic Trainer:
  (320) 335-6078
• Fax: (320) 762-1935
• Info@HeartlandOrthopedics.com

Kinesio Tape: Does it Work?

On an international stage, kinesio tape has been one of the most talked-about sports medicine trends of 2012. Physical therapists and athletic trainers at Heartland Orthopedic Specialists are weighing in on the phenomenon. Click here to learn more.

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ImPACT Assessment Keeps Student Athletes Safe On the Fields

The Heartland Orthopedic Specialists sports medicine team is proud to offer ImPACT concussion assessment for area athletes. Learn about how the program keeps local athletes safe on the field and court.

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Potential For Youth Sports Injuries On the Rise

Youth sports provide young people with several benefits, including, but not limited to, physical conditioning, the chance to socialize with friends and teammates, and a decreased chance for obesity. Unfortunately, there are several risks involved with participation in athletics. Click here to read more about preventing youth sports injuries.

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Don’t Let Ankle Sprains Keep Your Athletes on the Sidelines

An ankle sprain is a very common and easily incurred injury. It is so common that approximately 25,000 people sprain an ankle every day. Click here for tips from the sports medicine doctors at Heartland Orthopedic Specialists about how you can help your athletes avoid a season-ending ankle sprain.

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How Crucial is Preseason Conditioning?

Just how crucial is preseason conditioning to an athlete’s performance and success? Find out why it is important for your athletes to participate in a strength and conditioning program during the off-season by clicking here.

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