What is Orthopaedic?

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Orthopaedic is the medical branch that deals with the deformities in the bones and muscles concerning the musculoskeletal system. 

What spectrum of health problems are addressed?

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Orthopaedics deals with the diagnosis, surgery and treatment of issues in the bones and muscles. This medical branch is known to focus on musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, spine diseases, degenerative diseases, tumours, infections, and congenital disorders.

Which are the most common symptoms?

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Some of the common symptoms of orthopaedic problems include – 

• Recurrent pain , Pain that can worsen with movement , Fatigue , Stiff joints , Swelling , Dull aches , The sensation of "burning" in your muscles , Twitching muscles , Sleep disturbances.

Who is more predisposed to such conditions?

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Gender –

Women are at a much higher risk of suffering from bone disorders than men. 

Age –

Orthopaedic disorders are common with increasing age, however, accidents and injuries can also invite orthopaedic problems. 

Inherited traits –

A family history of orthopaedic problems can result in such issues within you. 

Lifestyle –

Smoking, physical inactivity, sitting in the same position at a computer every day, poor posture, lifting heavy weights, 

Pre-existing disorders –

Obesity and nutrition deficiency can invite orthopaedic issues.   

Environmental stress –

Accidents, muscle trauma and other injuries can welcome orthopaedic disorders. 

Additional complications due to COVID-19

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Physical inactivity and prolonged hours of sitting can trigger orthopaedic disorders in individuals.