What is Orthopedic Surgery?
Orthopedic surgery is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. Surgeons in this field treat conditions ranging from trauma and arthritis to congenital deformities. Common procedures include joint replacements, fracture repairs, and arthroscopic surgery to improve mobility and function.
Fun Fact
The term “orthopedics” actually originated from treating children—derived from Greek words orthos (straight) and pais (child)—not adults. While known for adult joint replacements today, the field was originally developed to prevent and correct bone deformities in children