What is is orthopedic surgery

Orthopedic surgery refers to surgery done on your bones. It could be your spine, your arm, your leg, or any type of surgery on your bones.

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Definition Orthopedic (sometimes spelled orthopaedic) surgery is surgery performed by a medical specialist, such as an orthopedist or orthopedic surgeon, trained to deal with problems that develop in the bones, joints, and ligaments of the …

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Orthopaedic surgery is a medical specialty concerned with diagnosis, care, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of injuries and diseases of the body’s musculoskeletal system, the complex system that includes: bones, joints, ligaments, …

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Related Questions Answered on Y!Answers

what is orthopedic surgery and does it hurt?

Q: I have recently been told on Yahoo Answers that i may have a stress fracture and that i should get orthopedic surgery. So now I am wondering what is orthopedic surgery and does it hurt? Please be honest because it wont bother me how bad it may or may not be.Thanks =)

A: Chances are you wont need surgery for a stress fracture. If you suspect you have a stress fracture I would visit an orthopaedic doctor and let them diagnose and treat you, not yahoo answers.

Is it possible for a Surgical Tech to work in Orthopedic Surgery/Sports Medicine?

Q: Are there positions out there in this area, or mostly just general surgery? I am curious as I have my BS in Kinesiology/Exercise Science with a concentration In Athletic Training. I am interested in Surgical Tech and was wondering what my options are. Thanks!Unfortunately there isn’t much out there right now for Athletic Training unless you work at a college or high school. I would prefer to work in a clinic or hospital and unfortunately AT’s aren’t recognized like Physical Therapists are, so at this point it is hard for AT’s to find a decent job. However, there is an opportunity as a “Physician Extender” but I have yet to see anything in the Maine area, which is where I am… I need to go a different route right now and this was what I was thinking – Surgical Tech in Sports Medicine/Orthopedic Surgery and maybe get my foot in the door for more… I appreciate any suggestions. Thank you!

A: If you have a BS, why would you aspire to a job that requires an AA degree or less? You wouldn’t be using your knowledge at all handing instruments to orthopods. (Surg techs are terrific – I’m not running them down at all, but I doubt it is what you are looking for)Have you considered going on to PA school? That would give you an excellent opportunity to work side by side with physicians.There may also be other positions available in a large orthopedic practice that would allow you to put your education to good use.

What is the statute of limitations regarding “botched” surgery, especially orthopedic surgery?

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A: Two years from the date of discovery that it was “botched” . All this needs to be well documented. ~~