Orthopedics in Turkey: Treatment of diseases & Bone/joint surgery

What is orthopedics?

Orthopedics is a surgical specialty devoted to the treatment of disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, which includes the upper and lower extremities and the spine. The discipline focuses on the treatment of bone pathologies, especially fractures, as well as disorders of ligaments, muscles, tendons, and joints.

Orthopedics deals with both congenital and acquired pathologies, in contrast to traumatology, which focuses specifically on injuries resulting from trauma, such as fractures or burns.

Conditions treated by orthopedic surgeons

Orthopedic surgeons treat a wide variety of problems, including:

• Sprains: Ligaments damaged by sudden movement.
• Growth abnormalities: Scoliosis, kyphosis, and other spinal deformities.
• Luxations: Displaced joints.
• Fractures: Broken bones that require surgical repair.
• Herniated discs: Disc problems that cause back pain.
• Sequelae of diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis, infection or inflammation that affects the joints.

The orthopedic surgeon is a specialist whose mission is to correct dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system. Using the latest surgical techniques, they help patients regain optimal mobility and improve their quality of life.

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Orthopedic examination process in Turkey

The orthopedic examination is performed by an orthopedist to diagnose acute, chronic or degenerative pathologies affecting the spine and upper and lower limbs. It is essential to identify the source of pain and functional limitations and to establish a personalized treatment plan.

The examination consists of several stages:

• Medical history: Collection of medical history and current symptoms.
• Physical examination: Assessment of posture, palpation of tissues, range of motion, and muscle strength testing.
• Complementary tests: such as imaging tests (X-rays, MRI or CT scans) to obtain details of internal structures.
• Functional tests: Specific tests to analyze joints and their stability.
• Diagnosis and treatment: Development of a personalized plan that includes exercises, therapies, medications, or surgery, if necessary.

An orthopedic evaluation is critical to effective treatment of musculoskeletal pain and disorders. Consult a specialist if pain persists.

When should you see an orthopedic surgeon?

Do you have persistent pain or discomfort in your joints, muscles, or tendons? It may be time to see an orthopedic surgeon. This musculoskeletal specialist can help you regain a better quality of life. Here are some warning signs that should prompt you to make an appointment as soon as possible:

• Difficulty performing simple activities, such as climbing stairs or carrying groceries.
• Persistent muscle, tendon, or joint pain.
• Joint pain that gets worse at rest.
• Swelling or bruising in joints or after trauma.
• Limited range of motion, such as difficulty keeping the back straight.
• Joint deformities.
• Signs of infection, such as inflammation and warmth in the affected area, fever, and redness.
• Any abnormal symptoms in a part of the body affected by pain.

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Various orthopedic surgeries

A wide range of orthopedic surgeries can be performed on different parts of the body in Turkey.

Some of the most common surgeries are:

• Meniscus surgery: to repair or remove a torn meniscus.
• Knee arthroscopy: minimally invasive surgery to visualize and treat internal knee lesions.
• Knee arthroplasty: Replacement of damaged knee joint surfaces with artificial prosthetic implants.
• Hip Replacement: Replacement of all or part of the hip joint with an artificial joint.
• Rotator cuff repair: Repair of torn muscles and tendons in the shoulder.
• Knee Ligamentoplasty: Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) of the knee.
• Spine surgery: Treatment of spinal conditions such as herniated discs and scoliosis.
• Fracture repair.
• Hand and Wrist Surgery: Treatment of hand and wrist conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis.
• Foot and ankle surgery: Treatment of foot and ankle conditions such as hallux valgus and plantar fasciitis.

Orthopedic surgery & care in Turkey

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