Orthopedics is a medical field that focuses primarily on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal (muscles, spine, bones, and joints) problems. A specialist in this field is called orthopedist.
An orthopedic consultation is recommended for people who experience the following symptoms:
- Chronic muscles or joint pain
- Deformed joints
- Difficulty in standing up straight due to back pains
- Bone injuries
- Swelling around the joints or a bone injury
