Orthopedics, often spelled as “orthopaedics” in some regions, is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders, injuries, and diseases related to the musculoskeletal system. This system includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves that allow the body to move, function, and maintain its structural integrity.
Orthopedic surgeons are medical doctors who specialize in orthopedics. They treat a wide range of conditions, including fractures, dislocations, sprains, strains, arthritis, osteoporosis, spinal disorders, sports injuries, congenital deformities, and tumors of the musculoskeletal system.
Treatment options in orthopedics can vary widely depending on the specific condition and its severity. It may involve non-surgical approaches such as medication, physical therapy, braces, or other conservative measures. In cases where surgery is necessary, orthopedic surgeons perform procedures such as joint replacement, arthroscopy, spinal fusion, fracture repair, and corrective surgeries for deformities.
