Orthopedics refers to the study of the musculoskeletal system or the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves collectively. Doctors who specialize in this field are called orthopedists or orthopeds though there are a number of other professionals that offer orthopedic treatment options such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and podiatrists.
Sites listed under this category include those that provide information about orthopedics and related topics including orthopedic surgery and orthotics. Also provides links to related publications, references, organizations, and sources for updates and new information.
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About.com Orthopedics
Offers information and answers to common orthopedic questions and surgery concerns.
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ActiveJoints.com
Patient-to-patient resource for general background information on total hip replacement and alternative options for young and active patients.
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Aliorthopedics
Provides orthopedic and sports medicine surgery with a focus on complex fracture care and worker's compensation.
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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals.
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Arthroscopy.com
Provides information on treatment of upper and lower extremity injuries including arthroscopy of the knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow and carpal tunnel. Also includes treatments for ACL and meniscal injuries, rotator cuff disorders, joint replacement and cartilage grafting.
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DePuy
Find knee and hip joint replacement surgery information.
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Florida Hospital Orthopaedic Institute Fracture Care Center
Offering medical services for fractures and bone deformities including limb lengthening, osteomyelitis, calcaneus heel fracture, bone infection, replacement of shoulder, elbow, hips and knees and more. Located in Orlando.
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The Hand and Wrist Institute
Board certified orthopedic surgeon dedicated to the surgical treatment of injuries and disorders of the hand and upper extremities.
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Health Grades: Orthopedic Surgeon
Provides listings of surgeons contact information with a rating and review system sorted by state.
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Hip Replacement and Recovery
Provides details about all aspects of hip replacement surgery from diagnosis to recovery.
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Hipreplacement.co.uk
Information on hip replacement surgery, its advantages, disadvantages and more. Find more information about revision or redo hip replacement surgery.
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Orthogate
Facilitates access to orthopedic information and musculoskeletal health using the internet.
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OrthoIllustrated
Web-based patient education resource devoted to orthopedic surgery. Includes information on orthopedic treatment options.
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OrthoMiami
Orthopedic surgery, cell-based therapy, sports medicine and physical therapy in Miami, Florida.
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Orthopaedia
Collaborative orthopaedic knowledge base created by and for students. With videos, cases, images, and a device reference.
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The Spine Specialists at Des Peres Hospital
Provides expertise in the area of orthopedic spine therapy and treatment options.
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ZocDoc: Orthopedic Surgeons
Provides listings or local orthopedists with office information, open appointments, doctor's credentials and history.