noun
- the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles
Usage: British spelling
Examples
- She specialized in orthopaedics after medical school.
- The orthopaedics department treats broken bones and joint problems.
- His injury required consultation with an orthopaedics specialist.
- The hospital’s orthopaedics unit is known for excellent patient care.
- Modern orthopaedics uses advanced surgical techniques.
- The orthopaedics clinic sees patients with sports injuries daily.