Importance of Orthopedic Care

The functionality of the human body can only be maximized when all the systems that control it are working well.  The musculoskeletal system is one of the most wonderful systems found on the human body. The system is liable for each movement a person makes like raising their arm, jumping, running and landing effectively back on one's feet. If the musculoskeletal system does not work properly, then a person’s range of motion could be majorly curtailed. If this happens then one may need to look for orthopedic care.

Orthopedic care is a field of medicine that deals with preventing, identifying and treating injuries, ailments and diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system. Musculoskeletal system consists of tendon, muscles, ligaments and connective tissues that makes is possible for our bodies to lift an arm, run or even throw a ball. Orthopedic care can be conducted in either a surgical or non-surgical manner to treat a number of ailments that affect the musculoskeletal system. Among the many diseases and injuries that orthopedic care can treat, some include: sports injuries, musculoskeletal trauma, infection, congenital disorder, and degenerative diseases.

There are many processes that can be used to fix the above ailments. Some of the procedures that can be used to treat musculoskeletal diseases by using orthopedic care include use of splints, non-surgical procedures, traction, rehab and surgical procedures.

Many people tend to believe that orthopedic care is all about fractured bones which is not the case. This field of medicine also focuses on caring and repairing ligaments and tendons, which connect muscles to the bones or give stability to the joints.

Treating and diagnosing injuries is not the sole focus of orthopedic care. If you were born with congenital disorders which affect the musculoskeletal system or you have developed degenerative disease, you need orthopedic care. This is because you have not only suffered from an injury which has damaged your system, but you also have a weakened health system caused by the ailment.

Surgeons who specialize in orthopedic care can carry out a number of processes, which are meant to assist people recover from or combat diseases or injuries. These procedures include:

*Carpal tunnel release

*Hip replacement

*Shoulder decompression and arthroscopy

*Repair of trochanteric fracture

*Repair of the ankle fracture among others

Orthopedic care is dedicated to assisting persons who are facing diseases that are hindering them from enjoying a full range of motion in their daily lives. Athletes who have gone through some physical injuries have something to smile of because of the advancements in the field of orthopedic care. Older people who have had a deterioration of key joints like hip and knee can have their whole hip or knee replaced so as to enjoy life once again. So a big thanks to our orthopedic doctors and surgeons, along with sports medicine and rehab specialists for helping to keep out bodies in motion.

Remember to live life to its Fullest

Dr. Kevin Crawford

4110 22nd Place Lubbock, TX 79410

(806) 792-4329

Disclaimer:  This information is provided as an educational service only, and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.  Anyone seeking specific medical advice or assistance should consult his or her doctor or orthopedic surgeon.