The Northwest Extremity Specialists are committed to patient education. Fully understanding podiatric or orthopedic condition helps you make confident, informed decisions regarding your treatment and care. Although there is no substitute for an in-person appointment with a specialist, we happily offer our extensive online library of podiatry and orthopedic articles as a resource and service to our patients, as well as the general public.
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Portland Orthopedist Helps Injured Employees Get Better and Get Back to WorkJoint pain may be a sign of an orthopedic injury. Our Portland orthopedists help injured workers get the care they need through the workers’ comp system.
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Exploring the Advantages of Joint Injections Over Oral MedicationsAre you looking for joint pain relief? Northwest Extremity Specialists' Portland-area orthopedic surgeons explain how injections compare to oral medications.
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Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement: A Faster Road to RecoveryNorthwest Extremity Specialists' skilled Portland-area orthopedic surgeons perform minimally invasive hip replacements to relieve pain and restore function.
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Ligament Reconstruction Surgery: What to Expect on the Road to RecoveryAre you considering ligament reconstruction? Northwest Extremity Specialists' skilled Portland-area orthopedic surgeons share tips to speed up post-op recovery.
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Why Foot Pain Isn't Something to Ignore: Common Podiatry Issues ExplainedNorthwest Extremity Specialists' Portland-area podiatrists discuss common conditions that can cause foot pain and how our experts help patients find relief.
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How to Prevent Common Sports Injuries—and What to Do if You or Your Child Have Been InjuredThe experienced orthopedic specialists at Northwest Extremity Specialists discuss preventing common sports injuries and when to seek medical care.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Joint Replacement Surgery From Our Portland Orthopedic SurgeonsOur Portland orthopedic surgeons share what you can expect if you are undergoing joint replacement surgery at Northwest Extremity Specialists.
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Our Portland Orthopedic Specialists Discuss the Common Causes of Elbow and Arm PainOur Portland orthopedic specialists discuss the common causes of elbow and arm pain and the treatment options provided at Northwest Extremity Specialists.
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Standing for Long Hours at Work Increases Your Risk of These 5 Common Foot ProblemsLearn from a Portland podiatrist how prolonged standing at work can lead to an increased risk of five common foot and ankle problems.
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Diagnosing and Treating Meniscus TearsDiscover how our Portland orthopedic surgeons can assist with meniscus tears, and determine if you're a candidate for repair.
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How to Tell If You Might Need Foot or Ankle SurgeryWhen conservative treatments don’t work, our Portland podiatrists and orthopedic specialists turn to advanced surgical procedures.
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Treating Pediatric Bone and Joint ConditionsChildren can experience a range of orthopedic problems, from broken bones and strained ligaments to arthritis and bone cancer. In Portland, we are here to help.