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1 Orthopedic Surgery

2 Orthopedics is a branch of surgery that deals with the conditions of the musculoskeletal system

3 It is an organ system which gives ability to move muscles and skeletal systems.
Orthopaedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical methods Orthopedics cure varied conditions such as degenerative diseases, tumors, sports injuries, congenital disorders and muscle skeletal trauma

4 Surgeries Hand surgery Shoulder and elbow surgery
Total joint reconstruction Pediatric orthopedics Foot and ankle surgery Spine surgery Musculoskeletal oncology Surgical sports medicine Orthopedic trauma

5 Symptoms Attempts to correct problems that arise in the
Skeleton and its attachments Ligaments and tendons Problems of the nervous system Injury of the spine Occur at birth Through injury (hand, wrist, shoulder, knee and etc.) Result of aging. They may be acute or chronic, as in many problems related to aging.

6 Diagnosis Digital X-rays - a method for measuring bone mineral density they provide larger, clearer images that result in a more accurate diagnosis. Computed tomography (CT) scan -  is a medical imaging procedure that utilizes computer-processed  X-rays to produce tomographic images of specific areas of the body. It is integrated to show bones and soft tissue with greater detail and clarity. It is used to visualize injuries to bones and surrounding soft tissues such as tendons, ligaments, and muscles.

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