Definition: Orthopedics is the branch of surgery that involves the skeletal system, including the repair of joints, bones, ligaments and tendons. Orthopedic surgeons may also perform surgery on the feet, hands and spine.
Also Known As: ortho, bone surgery, joint surgery, foot surgery, hand surgery, spinal surgery, hip surgery, knee surgery, joint replacement, hip replacement, knee replacement
Alternate Spellings: orthopaedic, orthopaedics
Common Misspellings: orthopedicks, orthapedic, orthopeedic,
Examples: The patient was scheduled for orthopedic surgery after the pain in her hip became so severe that she had to have a hip replacement.
