Orthopaedic Overview

Encyclopedia: Orthopedic Surgery

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Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics is the branch of surgery concerned with acute, chronic, traumatic, and overuse injuries and other disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons address most musculoskeletal ailments including arthritis, trauma and congenital deformities using both surgical and non-surgical means. Nicholas Andry coined the word "orthopaedics", derived from Greek words for "correct" or "straight" and "child" , in 1741, when at the age of 81 he published Orthopaedia:...


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Back Exercises Slide Show

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Stretching and strengthening your back and supporting muscles can help to prevent future back pain. If you have 15 minutes a day, then you have enough time for these exercises from the Mayo Clinic which help to make your back stronger than ever.

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Causes of Back Pain Slide Show

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Back pain is one of the most common complaints for which people see their doctors. Learn about the bones and muscles of your back and understand the most common causes of back pain including strains, sprains, spasms, herniated discs, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and osteoporosis.

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Your leg muscles are some of the strongest muscles in your body. This is why people always say "lift with your legs, not with your back" when trying to lift a heavy object. Learn some tips and techniques to avoid hurting your back when lifting heavy objects with this slide show from the Mayo Clinic.

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