Orthopedics and Traumatology: what it consists of and for whom it is indicated

Who is Orthopedics for

The orthopedic visit is recommended when you have shoulder problems or instability, knee, hip, hand, foot, fractures, scoliosis, back pain and sprains. A visit with the orthopedist is generally required if you have difficulty doing simple activities, pain in the muscles, tendons and joints as well as pain in the joints that become more intense with rest. Swelling or bruising in the joints or following trauma should not be underestimated, even more so if accompanied by a limitation of the possibilities of movement.

Below are some of the more common conditions that an orthopedist can treat:

• joint pain from arthritis
• bone fractures
• soft tissue injuries (muscles, tendons, and ligaments)
• backache
• neck pain
• shoulder pain and problems, such as bursitis
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• abuse and sports injuries, including tendonitis, meniscus injuries, and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries
• congenital conditions, such as clubfoot and scoliosis

The orthopedist may also order additional diagnostic tests. These can include:

• Orthopaedic examination
• Orthopaedic check-up
• Infiltration with cortisone
• Infiltrations with therapeutic substances