Orthopedic Treatment in India

Orthopedics is a Branch of Medicine that Focuses on the Care of The Skeletal System and its Interconnecting Parts. These parts include The Bones, Muscles, Joints, Tendons, Ligaments.

An Orthopedist often works as part of a Larger Orthopedic Treatment Team. This Team may include: Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Occupational and Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers.

What do Orthopedists Treat?

Orthopedists Treat a wide Variety of Musculoskeletal Conditions. These Conditions may be Present from Birth, or They may Occur as a Result of Injury or Age-Related Wear and Tear.

Below are Some of the most Common Conditions that an Orthopedist may Treat:

01. Joint Pain from Arthritis
02. Bone Fractures
03. Soft Tissue (Muscle, Tendon, and Ligament) Injuries
04. Back Pain
05. Neck Pain
06. Shoulder Pain and Problems, such as Bursitis
07. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
08. Overuse and Sports Injuries, including Tendinitis, Meniscus Tears, and Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears
09. Congenital Conditions, such as Clubfoot and Scoliosis

What to Expect During an Appointment?

During the First Appointment, The Orthopedist will work to Diagnose the Person’s Condition. This normally includes Conducting a Physical Examination and taking X-Rays.

Sometimes, the Orthopedist will use an In-Office Procedure, such as an Injection, to help make the Diagnosis or Treat the Condition.
In some instances, Additional Testing will be necessary to Confirm the Diagnosis.