orthopedics

orthopedics /or·tho·pe·dics/ (-pe´diks) the branch of surgery dealing with the preservation and restoration of the function of the skeletal system, its articulations, and associated structures.

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or·tho·pe·dics or or·tho·pae·dics (ôrth-pdks)

n.

The branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and correction of injuries or disorders of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments, often by surgery.

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ortho·pedic adj.

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Orthopedics

The medical specialty that deals with preserving, restoring, and developing form and function in the extremities, spine, and other structures using medical, surgical, and physical methods. Arthroscopic surgery is performed by orthopedic surgeons.

Mentioned in: Arthroscopic Surgery, Bunion

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orthopedics

[-pē′diks]

Etymology: Gk, orthos, straight, pais, child

a branch of health care that is concerned with the prevention and correction of disorders of the musculoskeletal system of the body. Also spelled orthopaedics.

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orthopedics

that branch of surgery dealing with the preservation and restoration of the function of the skeletal system, its articulations, and associated structures; particularly associated with the correction of deformities of the musculoskeletal system.

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Patient discussion about orthopedics.

Q. Can flat feet be repaired by surgery? I have flat feet and I’m looking for all sorts of treatments for it- I heard there is a surgery for it- is it helpful?

A. As far as I know- they don’t treat flat feet that are asymptomatic. So first of all check if it bothers you. secondly there are 2 kinds of flat feet- rigid and flexible. There are different and treated differently. Not always a surgery (which is very painful and costly) is needed– I went to a Rolf method therapist by the advice of my orthopedic and it’s much better now. Ask an orthopedic.