Hand Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery is the medical specialty that includes the preservation, investigation, and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. Orthopaedic surgeons are involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems are present at birth or develop at any time during their lifetime. Congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors and metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system are problems cared for by the orthopaedic surgeon. These musculoskeletal problems include deformities, injuries, and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. The orthopaedic surgeon is concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems. They are also involved in the care of patients who manifest the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
