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Orthopedics

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  • Orthopedics

Overview

This branch of medicine focuses on the care of the musculoskeletal system, which includes the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments within the human body. The hospital offers diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for a variety of orthopaedic conditions.

Common Orthopedics Problems

  • Back Pain : One of the most common issues, often caused by poor posture, strain, or spinal conditions.
  • Arthritis: Joint inflammation leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
  • Fractures (Broken Bones): Caused by accidents, falls, or trauma.
  • Osteoporosis: Weak and brittle bones, increasing the risk of fractures.
  • Sports Injuries: Includes ligament tears (ACL), sprains, and muscle strains.

Typical Symptoms

  • Pain in Bones or Joints Persistent or movement-related discomfort.
  • Stiffness: Difficulty moving joints, especially after rest.
  • Swelling & Inflammation: Around joints or injured areas.
  • Weakness: Reduced strength in muscles or affected limbs.

Expertise In

  • Joint Pain Management (Knee, Hip, Shoulder)
  • Fracture Care & Trauma Management
  • Arthritis Treatment (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)
  • Spine Disorders (Back Pain, Slip Disc)
  • Sports Injury Management (Ligament Tears, Sprains)

General FAQs on Orthopedics

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders related to bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

You should consult an orthopedic specialist if you have persistent joint pain, back pain, stiffness, swelling, or difficulty in movement.

Common issues include arthritis, fractures, back pain, sports injuries, osteoporosis, and ligament or tendon injuries.

Doctors may use X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, bone density tests, and physical examinations to diagnose conditions.

Arthritis is inflammation of the joints that causes pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

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    Dr. Prabhakar. D
    MD, DM (Orthopedics )

    Senior Consultant