What is another word for Orthopedic Surgery?
Pronunciation: [ˌɔːθə͡ʊpˈiːdɪk sˈɜːd͡ʒəɹi] (IPA) 
Orthopedic Surgery is the branch of surgery that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders related to the musculoskeletal system. The term orthopedic comes from the Greek word "ortho" meaning straight and "pais" meaning child. While the term orthopedic surgery is widely used, there are several synonyms that represent the same medical field. Some of the synonyms include orthopedics, orthopedic medicine, orthopedic surgery, and orthopedic traumatology. These terms are interchangeable and commonly used in the medical community to describe the same specialty. Whatever the term used, orthopedic specialists help patients alleviate pain, restore mobility, and improve their quality of life.
