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SPECIALTIES IN ARTHROSCOPY AND JOINT SURGERY
Arthroscopy and joint surgery is a medical field focused on diagnosing and treating various musculoskeletal conditions using advanced surgical and minimally invasive techniques. This specialty includes several subspecialties, each dedicated to a specific area of the body or type of care, ensuring precise and specialized treatment for every case. Below is an overview of the key specialties within this field.
Foot and Ankle
Focuses on treating injuries, deformities, and conditions of the foot and ankle, such as fractures, bunions, and ligament problems.
Arthroplasty
Involves joint replacement surgery, commonly for the hip, knee, or shoulder, to relieve pain and restore movement.
Limb Deformity
Deals with correcting bone deformities in the arms or legs caused by birth defects, injury, or disease using surgery or specialized devices.
Oncology
Focuses on diagnosing and treating bone and soft tissue tumors, both benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous).
Pediatric
Specialises in treating musculoskeletal conditions in children, including congenital deformities, growth disorders, and fractures.
Orthopaedic
A broad field that treats bone, joint, ligament, tendon, and muscle problems in all parts of the body.
Spine
Concentrates on disorders of the neck, back, and spine such as herniated discs, scoliosis, and spinal injuries.
Sports Medicine
Focuses on injuries related to sports and exercise, such as ligament tears, muscle strains, and overuse injuries.
Trauma
Involves urgent treatment of broken bones and injuries caused by accidents, falls, or violence.
Upper Limb
Specializes in conditions and injuries of the shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, and hand, such as fractures, joint instability.