Used in the nickname “funny bone,” “funny” means odd, not laughable. Though funny bone injuries (that actually result from hitting the ulnar nerve rather than a bone) are inconsequential, similar ongoing sensations may signal an unpleasant condition known as cubital tunnel syndrome.
Whether you’re logging miles on the road, exploring mountain bike trails, commuting to work, or enjoying a family ride through your neighborhood, cycling is one of the best ways to stay active and maintain joint health. At Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center of Oregon, many of our physicians are passionate cyclists themselves. They understand firsthand […]
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center of Oregon is proud to welcome Steven Dailey, MD, who will begin seeing patients on August 3, 2026. Helping Patients Get Their Lives Back For Dr. Dailey, joint replacement surgery is about much more than relieving pain—it’s about helping people get their lives back. “Pain can affect nearly every aspect […]
Every athlete, from professionals to weekend joggers, faces the risk of injury during physical activity. Fortunately, about 90 percent of these injuries can be effectively treated without surgery, thanks to the growing field of sports medicine.
Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) occurs when the femoral head, or head of the thigh bone, restricts the range of motion in the cup, or acetabulum, and is accompanied by pain.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are one of the most common knee injuries in sports, specifically in soccer athletes.
It’s tempting just to ignore persistent aches and pains and hope for the best. But denial isn’t a great strategy for dealing with potential stress fractures or bone stress injuries.
However, if you spend most of the week sitting at a desk, your body might not be fully prepared for sudden bursts of movement on the weekend, which can make injuries more likely, especially as you get older.
While sciatic pain can be persistent, the good news is it’s often treatable, and most people recover fully.
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that causes tissues in the joints to break down. Learn what you can try at home to help with pain.