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The
word orthopaedic, sometimes spelled orthopedic, comes
from two Greek words:
Orthopaedics is the branch of medicine concerned with diseases, injuries, and conditions of the musculoskeletal system -- relating to the body's muscles and skeleton, and including the joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. The proper title of this medical specialty is orthopaedic surgery, although orthopaedics is a generally accepted term. Orthopaedic surgery at our organization is made up of physicians and other healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive orthopaedic services to the people of this community. Their expertise includes treatment and care for injuries, fractures, pain, design of rehabilitation programs for the physically disabled, and participation in musculoskeletal research. |
