General Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is the medical specialty that focuses on injuries and diseases of your body's musculoskeletal system. This complex system includes your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves and allows you to move, work, and be active.
General orthopaedic surgeons manage special problems of the musculoskeletal system. This involves:
- Diagnosis of your injury or disorder
- Treatment with medication, exercise, surgery or other treatment plans
- Rehabilitation by recommending exercises or physical therapy to restore movement, strength and function
- Prevention with information and treatment plans to prevent injury or slow the progression of diseases
While general orthopaedic surgeons are familiar with all aspects of the musculoskeletal system, many orthopedists specialize in certain areas, such as the foot and ankle, spine, hip or knee. They may also choose to focus on specific fields like pediatrics, trauma or sports medicine. Some orthopaedic surgeons may specialize in several areas.
If you are experiencing pain or any type of injury, you should consult an orthopaedic surgeon for help in determining the severity of the problem.
To learn more about general orthopaedics injuries, choose one of the links below:
- Arthritis in the Foot, What Is
- Arthritis, Basal Joint: What Is
- Arthroscopy
- Back, How It Works
- Bursitis, What Is
- Cortisone Injections
- Foot, Parts of
- Hand, Parts of
- Hip, How It Works
