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Understanding Abnormal Gait: Causes, Symptoms & How to Fix It
Abnormal gait is a term providers use when your walking pattern changes noticeably. Maybe you’re limping, shuffling, dragging a foot, taking shorter steps, or feeling unsteady. Sometimes the cause is
What Is Radio (Radial) Shockwave Therapy
Radio (radial) shockwave therapy is changing the way people recover from chronic pain and musculoskeletal injuries. This non-surgical, noninvasive treatment uses sound waves, rather than surgery or medication, to help
Understanding Pickleball Injuries
Pickleball has taken the United States by storm. What began as a backyard pastime has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, attracting players of all ages, especially
Disc Herniation: What You Need to Know
Disc herniation is a common spinal condition that can cause back or neck pain, numbness, or weakness in the arms or legs. It can develop suddenly after an injury or
Joint Inflammation: What You Need to Know
Joint inflammation can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling that interfere with everyday activities. It may appear suddenly after an injury or develop gradually over time, often linked to inflammatory arthritis
Welcome Dr. Archana Chivukula to OPA’s Orthopedic Team
We’re proud to welcome Dr. Archana Chivukula, a board-certified non-operative sports medicine physician, to our practice. Dr. Chivukula provides non-surgical solutions for pain and injuries in patients of all ages—children,
What Is Degenerative Scoliosis and How Is It Treated?
Degenerative scoliosis is an age-related condition that affects the spine, often causing pain and changes in posture. It’s different from the scoliosis seen in children and teens and usually develops
Common Shoulder Injuries and How They’re Treated
Your shoulders play a huge role in everyday life. From reaching for a shelf, carrying groceries, or throwing a ball, the shoulder joint is always at work. Because it’s one
Help OPA Win Best in the PNW 2026!
Orthopedic Physician Associates has once again been nominated in the Seattle Times Best in the PNW 2026 awards, and we need your support! OPA is honored to be a finalist
Why Your Back Hurts: Most Common Orthopedic Causes of Back Pain
If you’ve ever dealt with nagging pain in your back—whether after lifting something heavy, sitting too long, or working out—you’re not alone. Back pain is one of the most common