Orthopaedics

usgb/ˌɔrθəˈpidɪks/
noun

A medical specialty that deals with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.

After his injury, he was referred to an expert in orthopaedics.
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orthopaedic surgery,orthopaedic assessment,orthopaedic consultant

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Usually used in technical conversations related to health care

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Many discussions surrounding orthopaedics occur in professional contexts.
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Use the full term 'orthopaedics' when discussing the field

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In some countries, orthopaedics is associated with traditional practices

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