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In our technology-driven world, if we’re not texting on our smartphones, we’re typing on our laptops. We dash out a quick text – I’m here got us table in the back – or we start playing Candy Crush and time just slips away. We don’t realize that all that tech usage can have a major impact […]

You’ve witnessed your grandma or mom dealing with the pain of arthritis. Now you’re crossing your fingers, hoping you’ve missed the genetic lotto that doles out inherited diseases like arthritis. The good news is, it’s not just genetics that influence your chances of developing arthritis: your lifestyle plays a role as well. That means you

Visits to the emergency room can get expensive fast. As deductibles increase, the patient pays out more on those bills. (That’s one reason we founded Go To Ortho, the first immediate injury care clinic in the Portland area.) When you or your child is hurt one decision becomes paramount: can I take care of this

Chronic, severe knee pain greatly affects your everyday life. Walking can hurt so much that you may avoid exercise and recreational activities. The pain may even keep you up at night. Your doctor may have discussed knee replacement surgery with you, or you may be avoiding going to the doctor for your knee pain because

Tennis is not only a fun, competitive sport that tests your physical strength and strategic skills, it has extensive health benefits: from improving muscle tone to lowering your resting heart rate. But like most sports, there’s a risk of injury. It’s not just elite international players like Rafael Nadal or Novak Djokovic who get injured,

Yoga provides many benefits – it increases flexibility, tones muscles, builds strength and helps the worries of the day melt away. But like all physical activities, practicing yoga can accidentally lead to or worsen certain injuries, like wrist pain and carpal tunnel syndrome. How to Prevent Wrist Pain During Yoga One of the most common

While Go To Ortho currently has two clinics in Lake Oswego and Cedar Hills, Madey said his partners would like to grow organically throughout the Portland metro area, if the demand is there. At this point, they’re relying on growth through word of mouth. “We’re giving access to specialized care in an expedited fashion at

This article was originally published on Brit + Co. on March 9, 2018. Written by Ashley Macey, freelance writer There are many careers that have obvious injury risks like loggers, fishers, and aircraft pilots. In fact, these roles are some of the most dangerous occupations in America. But if you’ve ever worked in an office, you know that slouching

According to studies, almost everyone between the ages of 18 and 88 will experience some shoulder issues, including rotator cuff injuries. The tendons and four muscles that make up the rotator cuff provide stability and rotate the shoulder. Overusing the rotator cuff by pitching a baseball or swinging a tennis racket again and again can

Cycling all year long is great exercise and a sustainable transportation choice. Once you get used to it, cycling in the rain can even be relaxing and fun. And hopefully it’s never necessary, but if you have a biking accident, remember that no appointments are needed at Go To Urgent Care in Beaverton or Lake