branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles
Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that focuses on fixing problems with bones and muscles, such as deformities or injuries. It matters because these conditions affect how people move and function in their daily lives, making orthopedic care important for restoring mobility and quality of life.
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Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics (alternative spelling orthopaedics) is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors and congenital disorders.
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