Orthopedics

Orthopedics, also known as orthopedic surgery, is a medical specialty focused on the musculoskeletal system. This system includes bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Orthopedic surgeons diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders and injuries of this system, using both surgical and nonsurgical methods.

Key Aspects of Orthopedics:

• Focus:
The Musculoskeletal System, Encompassing Bones, Joints, Muscles, Ligaments, and Tendons.
• Conditions Treated:
Orthopedic surgeons address a wide range of issues, including fractures, arthritis, sports injuries, spinal diseases, and congenital disorders.
• Treatment Approaches:
They utilize both surgical procedures (like joint replacements, arthroscopy) and nonsurgical methods (such as physical therapy, medications, and bracing).
• Scope of Care:
Orthopedics encompasses care for patients of all ages, from infants with congenital conditions to the elderly with degenerative joint disease.
• Examples of Conditions Treated:
Broken bones, torn ligaments, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more.