Weight Loss Clinic

At Sports Health Northwest, we believe that exercise is medicine. Our goal is to help individuals who are interested in losing weight find the right balance between proven lifestyle interventions—such as exercise and nutrition—and medical therapy options, including oral and injectable medications, when appropriate.

Being overweight has been shown to increase stress on the knees and contribute to osteoarthritis, chronic pain, and difficulty with daily activities. According to the Arthritis Foundation, maintaining a healthy weight can significantly reduce pressure on your joints. In fact, losing just 10 pounds can relieve up to 40 pounds of pressure on the knees. Weight loss also helps reduce inflammation, as body fat is pro-inflammatory. Additionally, excess weight plays a role in conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Research shows that losing approximately 10% of your body weight can significantly reduce pain in weight-bearing joints, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life. I frequently share with patients who seek care for knee pain that weight loss often provides more relief than medications, injections, or even surgery.

At Sports Health Northwest, we are committed to helping our patients achieve their goals of weight loss, healthier living, and improved quality of life. Our comprehensive weight loss program is built on careful, individualized care and thoughtful communication. We work closely with each patient to support meaningful, long-term improvements while tailoring the program to their unique needs, health history, and goals.

We know that gaining weight can be easy—but losing it is often challenging. Let us support you through our personalized, patient-centered approach, using the latest medication options and lifestyle interventions when appropriate to help you achieve lasting success.