Welcome to Let’s Move Quad Cities, an online news magazine dedicated to keeping you moving. The publication is updated weekly and published by ORA Orthopedics for the Quad City area community as well as the patients, family, friends and staff of ORA and its partners.
Get ready to go outdoors again!
Welcome to Let’s Move Quad Cities, an online news magazine dedicated to keeping you moving. The publication is updated weekly and published by ORA Orthopedics for the Quad City area community as well as the patients, family, friends and staff of ORA and its partners.
Get ready to go outdoors again!
Battle of the Bulge
The diet of Sisyphus
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell shares the ups and downs of his diet and fitness journey – which, unfortunately, has included occasional stops at the fridge.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Should you get on the bone broth bandwagon?
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, debunks the bone broth dietary fad and puts the nutritional value of consuming broth in perspective.
Success Stories
Midlife mom is “movin’ and groovin’” after total knee surgery
Every day is a new day to move and celebrate life for Annette Rasmussen, Taylor Ridge, IL, following successful knee replacement surgery at ORA Orthopedics.
QC Outdoors
Snowshoeing in a winter wonderland
LMQC’s outdoor blogger, Teri Stickler, and her faithful companion, Kaia, take to the trails of the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center near Dixon, Iowa, to discover the joy of snowshoeing and find some great wintertime fun.
What Moves Me
QC Orthopedist’s 2nd office in the Colorado Rockies: “It’s a blast!”
ORA Orthopedics’ Dr. Thomas VonGillern is featured in this “What Moves Me” profile and shares his passions for snow skiing, carpentry and caring for his patients who often suffer from hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder pain.
ORA Health Tips
Four tips for using a home treadmill to beat the workout blahs
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Connolly chases the blahs away on a home treadmill outfitted with a video screen that allows for him to take runs virtually anywhere in the world.
Success Stories
QC crafter brings joy to the season thanks to successful wrist surgery
Bettendorf crafter, Lydia Ogle, is decking the halls with handmade decorations following successful wrist surgery at ORA Orthopedics.
Get Fit
Them’s the breaks.
Gabe Lareau, 19, our featured “Bike-to-Work Week” blogger, shares some tips for making sure your bike remains relatively trouble-free (even if it means you might have to make a repair on the fly) and safe for your travels.
Battle of the Bulge
A full-body workout helps keep things fit and focused between the ears.
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell explains why working out not only builds muscle, it can help keep you mentally sharp, too.
QC Outdoors
All is calm at Nahant Marsh
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, take a walk through the Nahant Marsh Preserve, one of the few remaining urban wetlands in the Upper Midwest.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Make your Dry January a New Year tradition
America is drinking more alcohol now than ever. LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, explains how resolving to live a “Dry January” may be a great first step in taking control of your alcohol consumption and reduce calories in the process.
ORA Health Tips
It’s snow time: tips to prevent back injury when you remove the white stuff
A heavy snowfall can lead to serious back and shoulder injuries for those trying to shovel it off their sidewalks and driveway, according to ORA Orthopedics’s spine surgeon, Scott Collins.
What Moves Me
The music moves him
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Sanjay Sundar and his musical family take center stage in this month’s “What Moves Me” feature story.
Get Fit
The secret to staying sane when biking in the rain.
Gabe Lareau, 19, LMQC’s featured “Bike-to-Work Week” blogger, says you shouldn’t let the rain get you down. Just keep peddling and channel your inner Pooh – you know, the silly old bear.
What Moves Me
A fan of the great outdoors
Meet ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Joseph Martin in this “What Moves Me” profile.
ORA Health Tips
Beware of the snowblower!
Snowblowers can be a terrific convenience and also quite dangerous if you get fatigued by the cold or distracted while operating the equipment, says ORA Orthopedic’s, Dr. Justin Munns.
Battle of the Bulge
Suck it up – the search for a flat stomach during the holidays
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell suggests an alternative to just “sucking it up” this holiday season – and by that, we mean he’s got a five-step plan for a smaller belly by New Year’s Day.
Success Stories
Dancing through high school without missing a beat
Isabelle Sneath has been dancing with her teammates from Davenport North High School for three years – but that almost came to an end when a back flip resulted in a shoulder injury requiring surgery by Dr. Suleman Hussain of ORA Orthopedics.
QC Outdoors
A first walk on the new I-74 Mississippi River bridge
The human half of LMQC’s outdoor blogger team, Teri Stickler, took a walk on the new, 4-lane Interstate 74 bridge which spans the Mississippi River at Bettendorf, IA and Moline, IL. It was a walk of a lifetime.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Should these kitchen gadgets be on the “good” or “naughty” list this holiday season?
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, shares her tips on which kitchen gadgets should be on your shopping list this holiday season.
What Moves Me
Pasionate about his handiwork: Carpentry and orthopedics go together for this QC physician
Meet ORA Orthopedics’ Dr. Andrew Bries in this “Why I Move” profile and find out what intrigues him about the level of craftsmanship required to excel in both carpentry and orthopedic surgery.
Get Fit
The joys and sorrows of urban biking.
Gabe Lareau, 19, talks about the hazards cyclists face when they have to share the road with cars.
Battle of the Bulge
Fall is fleeting. Enjoy it now (while you can)!
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell urges people to get off the couch and onto local biking and hiking trails before the snow flies and winter arrives to the QCA.
ORA Health Tips
Great winter workout – spinning spares joints and torches calories
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Andrew Bries spends most of his early mornings at the Scott Count Family Y’s Sunrise Spin Class. He says it’s a great way to start the day and gives four reason why he keeps on spinning.
QC Outdoors
In every season, Scott County Park never disappoints
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, explore the trails and natural beauty of Scott County Park – and give us a glimpse of the pioneer village at Walnut Grove along the way.
Success Stories
Going toe-to-toe with painful bunions
Josh Lippens, a defensive end for the Central DeWitt High School Sabers, has returned to the field and is kicking tail in opposing backfields thanks to surgery by ORA Orthopedics Dr. Beau Shay to address his Tailor’s bunions.
What Moves Me
QC ORA surgeon looks forward to snowcover!
QC orthopedic surgeon Dr. Joe Martin shares his passion for cross-country skiing and says the sport is a challenging calorie burner, yet low impact for knees and joints.
Success Stories
Fit at any age: Bettendorf Bix runner, cross-fitter inspires with no excuses
“Lifelong competitor” Bob Beardsley, of Bettendorf, has run the Bix 7 more than three dozen times and wasn’t about to let a little thing like a torn ACL keep him from “beating the elite” to win $2,500 in the 2018 event – thanks in no small part to a little help from ORA Orthopedics.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Beware the holiday cheer – those sips add up!
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, shares a handy little chart that lists everyone’s favorite holiday cocktails and their respective calorie counts.
QC Outdoors
Off your beaten path: 3 nearby QC parks
Bettendorf, Davenport and Rock Island all have great hidden parks, just waiting to be discovered. Wade Ellett previews them here, for your next nearby outdoor adventure!
Get Fit
A lifetime of biking can take you places.
Gabe Lareau, 19, Moline is LMQC’s 2021 Bike To Work Week Blogger, sharing his love for cycling and perspective on the benefits of biking to work and the issues surrounding local cycling routes.
Battle of the Bulge
How to survive Halloween treats – a trick that really works!
Mr. Pumpkinhead (LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell) explains the problems with all fall holidays – and especially Halloween – start and end with something sweet.
Battle of the Bulge
A full-body workout helps keep things fit and focused between the ears.
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell explains why working out not only builds muscle, it can help keep you mentally sharp, too.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Make your Dry January a New Year tradition
America is drinking more alcohol now than ever. LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, explains how resolving to live a “Dry January” may be a great first step in taking control of your alcohol consumption and reduce calories in the process.
Success Stories
QC crafter brings joy to the season thanks to successful wrist surgery
Bettendorf crafter, Lydia Ogle, is decking the halls with handmade decorations following successful wrist surgery at ORA Orthopedics.
What Moves Me
The music moves him
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Sanjay Sundar and his musical family take center stage in this month’s “What Moves Me” feature story.
QC Outdoors
All is calm at Nahant Marsh
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, take a walk through the Nahant Marsh Preserve, one of the few remaining urban wetlands in the Upper Midwest.
Get Fit
The secret to staying sane when biking in the rain.
Gabe Lareau, 19, LMQC’s featured “Bike-to-Work Week” blogger, says you shouldn’t let the rain get you down. Just keep peddling and channel your inner Pooh – you know, the silly old bear.
ORA Health Tips
It’s snow time: tips to prevent back injury when you remove the white stuff
A heavy snowfall can lead to serious back and shoulder injuries for those trying to shovel it off their sidewalks and driveway, according to ORA Orthopedics’s spine surgeon, Scott Collins.
Battle of the Bulge
Suck it up – the search for a flat stomach during the holidays
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell suggests an alternative to just “sucking it up” this holiday season – and by that, we mean he’s got a five-step plan for a smaller belly by New Year’s Day.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Should these kitchen gadgets be on the “good” or “naughty” list this holiday season?
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, shares her tips on which kitchen gadgets should be on your shopping list this holiday season.
Success Stories
Dancing through high school without missing a beat
Isabelle Sneath has been dancing with her teammates from Davenport North High School for three years – but that almost came to an end when a back flip resulted in a shoulder injury requiring surgery by Dr. Suleman Hussain of ORA Orthopedics.
What Moves Me
A fan of the great outdoors
Meet ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Joseph Martin in this “What Moves Me” profile.
QC Outdoors
A first walk on the new I-74 Mississippi River bridge
The human half of LMQC’s outdoor blogger team, Teri Stickler, took a walk on the new, 4-lane Interstate 74 bridge which spans the Mississippi River at Bettendorf, IA and Moline, IL. It was a walk of a lifetime.
Get Fit
The joys and sorrows of urban biking.
Gabe Lareau, 19, talks about the hazards cyclists face when they have to share the road with cars.
ORA Health Tips
Beware of the snowblower!
Snowblowers can be a terrific convenience and also quite dangerous if you get fatigued by the cold or distracted while operating the equipment, says ORA Orthopedic’s, Dr. Justin Munns.
Battle of the Bulge
Fall is fleeting. Enjoy it now (while you can)!
LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell urges people to get off the couch and onto local biking and hiking trails before the snow flies and winter arrives to the QCA.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Beware the holiday cheer – those sips add up!
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, shares a handy little chart that lists everyone’s favorite holiday cocktails and their respective calorie counts.
Success Stories
Going toe-to-toe with painful bunions
Josh Lippens, a defensive end for the Central DeWitt High School Sabers, has returned to the field and is kicking tail in opposing backfields thanks to surgery by ORA Orthopedics Dr. Beau Shay to address his Tailor’s bunions.
What Moves Me
Pasionate about his handiwork: Carpentry and orthopedics go together for this QC physician
Meet ORA Orthopedics’ Dr. Andrew Bries in this “Why I Move” profile and find out what intrigues him about the level of craftsmanship required to excel in both carpentry and orthopedic surgery.
QC Outdoors
In every season, Scott County Park never disappoints
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, explore the trails and natural beauty of Scott County Park – and give us a glimpse of the pioneer village at Walnut Grove along the way.
Get Fit
A lifetime of biking can take you places.
Gabe Lareau, 19, Moline is LMQC’s 2021 Bike To Work Week Blogger, sharing his love for cycling and perspective on the benefits of biking to work and the issues surrounding local cycling routes.
ORA Health Tips
Great winter workout – spinning spares joints and torches calories
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Andrew Bries spends most of his early mornings at the Scott Count Family Y’s Sunrise Spin Class. He says it’s a great way to start the day and gives four reason why he keeps on spinning.
Battle of the Bulge
How to survive Halloween treats – a trick that really works!
Mr. Pumpkinhead (LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell) explains the problems with all fall holidays – and especially Halloween – start and end with something sweet.
Eart Smart with Jeni
How to (NOT) gain 1 pound by New Year’s Day
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, helps you avoid packing on the extra pounds this holiday season by providing some healthy alternatives.
Success Stories
Fit at any age: Bettendorf Bix runner, cross-fitter inspires with no excuses
“Lifelong competitor” Bob Beardsley, of Bettendorf, has run the Bix 7 more than three dozen times and wasn’t about to let a little thing like a torn ACL keep him from “beating the elite” to win $2,500 in the 2018 event – thanks in no small part to a little help from ORA Orthopedics.
What Moves Me
QC ORA surgeon looks forward to snowcover!
QC orthopedic surgeon Dr. Joe Martin shares his passion for cross-country skiing and says the sport is a challenging calorie burner, yet low impact for knees and joints.
QC Outdoors
Off your beaten path: 3 nearby QC parks
Bettendorf, Davenport and Rock Island all have great hidden parks, just waiting to be discovered. Wade Ellett previews them here, for your next nearby outdoor adventure!
Get Fit
Sitting all day? For your health, get up!
Does sitting long hours really have an effect on your health? It sure does … even after a brisk morning workout. Now with our new normal of working from home, you may be sitting way too much.
ORA Health Tips
4 steps to newer, healthier, more durable bones
ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. J.C. Clark, says he is “obsessed about bone and particularly its health.” One way to improve bone health, he notes, is to stress it during exercise.
Battle of the Bulge
Want to feel good when you hit 70? Better start moving!
Ever the optimist, LMQC Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell explains why it’s worth the extra effort to find the motivation to exercise past the age of 40.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Balancing calories this holiday season
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, explains how balancing your calories in and calories out can help keep the pounds off and make the holidays more enjoyable.
Success Stories
Hooked on life thanks to successful rotator cuff surgery
After his rotator cuff surgery, Mike Cluff of Davenport goes for the big catch – fishing with his grandchildren on summer days.
What Moves Me
At home for the holidays with the QC’s Dr. Winston
Meet Dr. Jonathan Winston, ORA’s newest orthopedic surgeon (although his favorite jobs are “Husband and Father.”) Dr. Winston talks about what he enjoys most during this special and magical time of year…
QC Outdoors
Eagle Point Park isn’t just for eagles … but doggos too!
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, head north to Clinton to explore Eagle Point Park and explore the history, natural beauty and – of all things – a dog park!
Get Fit
Tips to avoid a spring cold with a good workout!
Get a jump on a full year’s good health by climbing off the couch and on a trail, in a pool or around the block. Physical activity now can help you avoid catching a spring cold in the months ahead.
ORA Health Tips
How NOT to fall off your ladder
Thinking about climbing that ladder this fall or winter to put up or take down the lights on your house? You better watch your step – it could be your first one on the way to the emergency room!
Battle of the Bulge
Losing weight after sixty can be a slow burn
Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell explains why 60 isn’t the new 40 and why it gets harder to lose weight when you blame your metabolism for not burning up all those calories.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Low-cal substitutes for full-taste holiday menus
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, says as long as you’re in control of your grocery list, you can ward off those unwanted pounds that seem to find us during the holidays by making a few simple ingredient substitutions.
Success Stories
Robotic surgery is a horse of a different color.
Laura Byers, Erie, IL, is looking forward to a summer riding Cash, one of three horses she owns at her farmette, following successful robotic-assisted total knee replacement surgery.
What Moves Me
Service and sacrifice – QC veteran shares his journey
Meet ORA Orthopedics’ PA, Bradi Kipper in this “What Moves Me” profile and read his story about his military service (as a captain in the Illinois Army National Guard) and joys of helping patients back home.
QC Outdoors
Boo-tiful QC cemetery walks
Wade Ellett explores the cemeteries of the Quad Cities to find some interesting (and at times spooky) monuments at the grave sites of some of the people who put our community on the map.
Get Fit
No gimmicks needed!
Check out these common-sense, money-saving tips to support your fitness goals!
ORA Health Tips
Worn out hands, wrists, shoulders respond to the right treatment
As we get older, our parts start wearing out – a condition known as Osteoarthritis. Dr. Jonathan Winston, ORA Orthopedics explains the treatment options available for those suffering from “wear and tear” arthritis.
Battle of the Bulge
Why high temps can lead to low ‘get up and go’
After working out all summer in the heat and humidity, Boomer Blogger Alan Sivell can sympathize with those of us who are ready for a break – just don’t make it too long!
Eart Smart with Jeni
Five tips for a healthy holiday season
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, offers up five healthy tips for the coming holiday season.
Success Stories
Every morning Is a good morning for Zander.
WQAD News Anchor Angie Sharp is a new mother with an appreciation for staying strong for her son after Zander was diagnosed with hip dysplasia soon after his birth.
What Moves Me
Family and fly fishing is what moves ORA’s Dr. Edward Connolly
Meet ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Edward Connolly in this “What Moves Me” profile and find out where he hooked that monster rainbow trout.
QC Outdoors
Outdoor fun all year ’round at Loud Thunder
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, marvel at how much there is to do at the Loud Thunder Forest Preserve near Andalusia, IL.
Get Fit
Boost your attitude!
Do you dread working out? Learn how to handle the negative thoughts, diet temptations and weight plateaus that dog any fitness challenge.
ORA Health Tips
QC spine doctor: lift and carry using these back-saving techniques
ORA Orthopedics spine surgeon, Dr. Myles Luszcyk, provides some practical advice for how to pick up around the house this fall without sacrificing your back in the process.
Battle of the Bulge
Chasing “the runners’ high” since 1980
Asked why he ran five miles a day, the Professor said “Because it makes me feel good.” Little did he know, it was all in his head.
Eart Smart with Jeni
Granola is both nutrient and calorie dense
LMQC Nutritionist blogger, Jeni Tackett, says there’s plenty to like about granola – but be careful what you put add to it if you want to eat healthy.
Success Stories
Back in the saddle after two new knees
When it comes to putting on the miles, fewer do more than avid cyclist, Tom Hannah, 64, Davenport. His goal this summer, a good 75 miles a week or about 300 miles a month, biking along the scenic trails and byways of eastern Iowa and western Illinois. Thanks to two total knee replacements, he’s back in the saddle with no more pain, swelling, or limping.
What Moves Me
QC doctor, father, beer brewer
QC orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ryan Pokorney didn’t start brewing beer until he moved to Iowa – but now he’s found a favorite scientific pursuit that yields a tasty outcome.
QC Outdoors
Going back to this school means going back in time
LMQC’s outdoor bloggers, Teri Stickler and Kaia, head back to school – the renovated, one-room school known as Forest Grove School Number 5, which was built in 1873 and can be found in rural Bettendorf.
Get Fit
Three ways to minimize workout soreness
Launching into new exercise too fast can lead to sore muscles later. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is a real condition many experience.
ORA Health Tips
New treatments in diabetic foot care
Dr. Beau Shay, an Orthopedics’ podiatric surgeon explains the new treatments for foot conditions related to diabetes that are now offered by ORA Orthopedics.