Orthopedic Conditions and Treatment

Our experts treat the full spectrum of orthopedic injuries and conditions from fingertips to toes.

Whether its hand surgery or ankle reconstruction or a problem with the bones, muscles or joints in between — you will find a specialist on the NorthBay orthopedics team with the training and experience to get you back to your active life.

Arthritis and other bone or muscle conditions

• Arthritis: a degenerative joint disease that includes osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• Bursitis: inflammation of fluid-filled pads (bursae) that cushion the joints
• Degenerative joint disease: deterioration of the knees, hips, ankles or shoulders that worsens over time
• Fibromyalgia: chronic pain in the soft tissue and muscle surrounding the body’s joints
• Osteomyelitis: a bone infection caused by bacteria or other germs

Foot and ankle conditions

• Ankle replacement
• Plantar fasciitis: painful inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes
• Diabetic foot care: treatment and management of diabetes-related foot conditions
• Ankle ligament injuries: treatment, including surgery, to repair or reconstruct damaged or torn ligaments in the ankle
• Achilles tendon injuries: treatment, including surgery, to repair Achilles tendon ruptures (tears) or strains
• Fractures: cracks or complete breaks in the foot or ankle bones
• Sprains: excessive stretching or tearing of the ligaments that support the joint

Hip and knee conditions

• Nonsurgical options for hip pain
• Partial hip replacement
• Total hip replacement
• Nonsurgical options for knee pain
• Total knee replacement
• Partial knee replacement

Shoulder, wrist and hand conditions

• Reverse total shoulder replacement
• Total shoulder replacement
• Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS): compression of the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm, causing pain, swelling and weakness
• Fractures: cracks or complete breaks in bones in the shoulder, wrist or hand
• Ganglion cysts: fluid-filled, harmless lumps that may cause pain or interfere with function
• Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): painful inflammation of the elbow caused by overuse
• Sprains: excessive stretching or tearing of the ligaments that support the joint

Sports injuries or other trauma

Our Sports Medicine team specializes in caring for athletes of all ages, from recreational athletes to seasoned professionals.

Additional conditions and resources

• Rehabilitation
• Rheumatology
• Support services and resources