NEWS
We’ve Moved!
As of 7/28/25, our NW Portland location at 1515 NW 18th Ave is permanently closed.
We are now seeing patients in our new Lake Oswego office:
17355 Lower Boones Ferry Rd
Suite 100A
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
• On-site MRI • Ground-level entry • Easy highway access from I5 • Ample free parking!
• Still seeing patients at our Providence Portland location for those unable to travel to Lake Oswego.
Arthritis of the Hand
in Arthritis, Hand InjuriesArticle Featured on Bidneeham.org
Arthritis, the medical term for joint inflammation, is an extremely common problem for older adults. Arthritis in the hands can make it difficult to perform everyday tasks. While the condition can be managed with proper medical care, first you must recognize its common warning signs.
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What you should know about a broken pinky toe
in Feet, Toe InjuriesArticle Featured on MedicalNewsToday
A broken pinky toe is a fracture of the smallest toe. The term “broken toe” usually describes a traumatic fracture, which can occur due to a direct blow or impact, such as stubbing the toe or dropping something on it. The pinky toe is a commonly broken toe, and the fracture usually occurs at its base.
This article looks at the symptoms of a broken small toe, along with some other problems that can cause pain and swelling in the area. It also examines the treatment and management options for this injury.
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Bone Health for Life: Health Information Basics for You and Your Family
in Bone HealthWhy does bone health matter?
Our bones support us and allow us to move. They protect our brain, heart, and other organs from injury. Our bones also store minerals such as calcium and phosphorous, which help keep our bones strong, and release them into the body when we need them for other uses.
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Understanding Compartment Syndrome: What is it and How to Recover
in Compartment SyndromeArticle Featured on Medicinenet.com
Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that occurs when there’s a large amount of pressure inside a muscle compartment. Learn more about this syndrome including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and more.
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How can you tell if you have a torn meniscus?
in Knee Injuries, Knee Pain, Meniscus TearArticle Featured on WebMD
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Common Causes of Shoulder Pain and How to Treat it
in Shoulder Fractures, Shoulder InjuriesArticle Featured on Harvard Health
You probably don’t think about your shoulders much, until you suddenly experience pain in one of them. Shoulder pain can make a simple act — brushing and drying your hair, reaching behind your back to fasten a bra, or grabbing something overhead — seem like a monumental task.
As you age, you’re more likely to experience shoulder pain from a variety of common conditions. “Shoulder problems are very common,” says Dr. Arun Ramappa, associate professor of orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School. The pain can come on gradually or abruptly, and it may range from mild to excruciating.
Shoulder pain can vary between severity and frequency. Below are some of the most common conditions causing shoulder pain, and some tips for how to address them.
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The Best Time of Year to Have Knee Replacement Surgery
in Knee Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, UncategorizedFeatured on mykneereplacementrecovery.com
You may be wondering when is the best time of year to have knee replacement surgery. Many patients ask this question when considering TKR and the consensus is that the spring and early fall are the best seasons. Read more
Exercise for Bone Health
in Bone Health, OsteoporosisFeatured on National Osteoporosis Foundation.
May is National Osteoporosis month so we’re sharing some great exercises from the National Osteoporosis Foundation. The following exercises promote good posture, strength, movement, flexibility and balance in healthy people as well as those with osteoporosis. If you’ve recently broken a bone or if you have very low bone density, discuss these exercises with your physical therapist or healthcare provider before trying them and remember to avoid all activities that require bending forward from the waist or too much twisting of the spine.
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatments: How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis
in Feet, Plantar FasciitisBy Corie Richter, PA | Article Featured on PPP
If you feel the sharp pain of plantar fasciitis in your heel, rest assured—you may just be a few days away from pain relief. Your doctor and physical therapist can make great strides in just a couple of visits, and you’ll probably be pain-free within a few months.
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About Back/Spine, Neck, and Shoulder Pain – The Statistics
in Back Pain, Neck PainArticle Featured on PPP
Low back pain and neck pain are among the top contributors to chronic pain among adults.
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