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Physicians that specialize in orthopedics focus on the diagnosis, care and treatment of the musculoskeletal system which includes:

  • Bones
  • Joints
  • Muscles
  • Ligaments
  • Tendons
  • Nerves
  • Skin
Medical, physical, rehabilitation and/or surgery are used to treat orthopedic problems. Orthopedists work closely with other health care providers and often serve as a consultant to primary care physicians and other specialists.

Common conditions which require an orthopedist include:
  • Fractures and dislocations
  • Torn ligaments, sprains and strains
  • Tendon injuries, pulled muscles and bursitis
  • Ruptured disks, sciatica, low back pain and scoliosis
  • Knock knees, bow legs, bunions and hammer toes
  • Arthritis and osteoporosis
  • Bone tumors, muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy
  • Club foot and unequal leg length
  • Abnormalities of the fingers and toes and growth abnormalities


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Orthopedists treat patients of all ages including children, young adults and seniors.
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