What is Orthopedics and Traumatology?

Orthopedics and Traumatology is a medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of diseases and injuries related to bone, muscle, joint and connective tissues. This branch treats diseases and injuries using both surgical and conservative (non-surgical) treatment methods.

Orthopedic diseases include fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, rheumatic diseases, musculoskeletal diseases, herniated discs and spinal curvatures. Traumatology, on the other hand, includes emergency medical conditions such as bone fractures and musculoskeletal injuries due to accidents, falls, sports injuries and other traumatic effects.

Orthopedics and Traumatology specialists diagnose patients and determine treatment plans. These treatment plans may include surgical interventions, medication, rehabilitation and other treatment methods. Preventive measures and exercise programs may also be recommended to prevent the disease from recurring.

Orthopedics and Traumatology aims to solve patients' health problems in the best way possible by working in cooperation with other medical specialties such as general surgery, internal medicine, neurology, physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Which Diseases Does Orthopedics and Traumatology Treat? 

• Bone fractures and dislocations
• Muscle injuries and strains
• Joint diseases (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, etc.)
• Spinal problems (scoliosis, kyphosis, herniated disc, spinal stenosis, etc.)
• Calcification and degenerative diseases
• Tendon injuries and tears
• Musculoskeletal system tumors and masses
• Sports injuries (fractures, dislocations, sprains, bruises, cuts, etc.)
• Rehabilitation and treatment after trauma
• Calcaneus fractures, ankle fractures, wrist fractures, etc.
• Orthopedic surgical procedures such as hip replacement, knee replacement, shoulder replacement

Orthopedics and Traumatology specialists diagnose patients and determine treatment plans. These treatment plans include surgical interventions, medication, rehabilitation and other treatment methods. Preventive measures and exercise programs may also be recommended to prevent recurrence.