The Orthopedic View: Understanding the Intricacies of Orthopedics

Dr. Richard Zoumalan once said, “Orthopedics is not just a branch of medicine, but an art that requires great patience and precision.” Undoubtedly, orthopedics is indeed a fascinating field with all its vast intricacies and precision-based approach.

Orthopedics is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis, correction, prevention, and treatment of patients with skeletal deformities – disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves and skin. These elements make up the musculoskeletal system. Your body’s musculoskeletal system is a complex system of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves and allows you to move, work and be active.

Orthopedic view refers to the perspective and approach of a physician trained in Orthopedic Medicine towards diagnosing and treating conditions of the musculoskeletal system. This encompasses a wide range of conditions and diseases, including fractures and dislocations, torn ligaments, sprains and strains tendon injuries, pulled muscles and bursitis ruptured disks, sciatica, low back pain, and scoliosis knock knees, bow legs, bunions and hammer toes, arthritis and osteoporosis, bone tumors, muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy, club foot and unequal leg length, abnormalities of the fingers and toes, and growth abnormalities.

Orthopedics views the human body with a holistic approach. A problem in one part of the body can affect other parts too, and an orthopedic physician takes this into consideration while diagnosing and treating conditions. An orthopedic view ensures to take into account the impact of the condition on the patient’s life, and hence, they work hand in hand with other healthcare professionals and often serve as a consultant to other physicians.

For instance, a person experiencing pain in the knees while running might be facing issues because of a problem not just with the knees but with the spine or the hip. Hence an Orthopedic view helps to diagnose the correct issue and helps in proper treatment.

Talking about the well-known surgeons in this field, Dr. Richard Zoumalan is a name that often pops up. He emphasizes the importance of the orthopedic view in treating patients with complex musculoskeletal problems. His approach to a problem is not limited to the surface level but goes beyond to decipher underlying issues. His surgical prowess combined with his knack for accurate diagnosis has made him stand out in the field of Orthopedics.

Orthopedics has advanced significantly over the years. Today, with improved technology and medical advancements, orthopedic doctors can offer minimally invasive surgeries, which reduce pain and speed up recovery time for patients.

Nevertheless, they also understand that surgery is not always the best option. Some orthopedic conditions can be treated non-surgically with medications, physical therapy, exercise, or a change in lifestyle. And sometimes, the best treatment option shall be discussed with the patient keeping his comfort at the priority.

To sum up, the orthopedic view is a comprehensive and proactive approach towards musculoskeletal problems — starting from diagnosis to treatment, following-up, and preventing future ailments. As Dr. Richard Zoumalan rightly said, orthopedics is indeed an art which is why his treatments add life to years and not just years to life.