Orthopaedic Surgery
What is Orthopaedic Surgery?
Orthopaedic surgery or orthopaedics, is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopaedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.
Common Orthopaedic Disorders:
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Arthritis
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one joint or
multiple joints. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis,
with different causes and treatment methods. Two of the most common
types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a medical condition characterized by chronic widespread pain and a heightened pain response to pressure.Other symptoms include tiredness to a degree that normal activities are affected, sleep problems and troubles with memory. Some people also report restless legs syndrome, bowel or bladder problems, numbness and tingling and sensitivity to noise, lights or temperature. Fibromyalgia is frequently associated with depression, anxiety and posttraumatic stress disorder. Other types of chronic pain are also frequently present.
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Fractures
A fracture is a break, usually in a bone. If the broken bone punctures
the skin, it is called an open or compound fracture. Fractures commonly
happen because of car accidents,
falls, or sports injuries. Other causes are low bone density and osteoporosis, which cause weakening of the bones.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term autoimmune disorder that primarily affects joints. It typically results in warm, swollen, and painful joints. Pain and stiffness often worsen following rest. Most commonly, the wrist and hands are involved, with the same joints typically involved on both sides of the body. The disease may also affect other parts of the body. This may result in a low red blood cell count, inflammation around the lungs, and inflammation around the heart. Fever and low energy may also be present. Often, symptoms come on gradually over weeks to months.