Your body is home to more than 300 bones and joints and approximately 650 muscles. Eventually one of them might not function properly, and you could be in for a world of pain and discomfort. A 2022 study from the World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that 1.7 billion people have musculoskeletal conditions worldwide. Musculoskeletal conditions are actually the leading contributor to disability worldwide, with low back pain being the single leading cause of disability in 160 countries.
When these problems arise, your best option is undoubtedly to seek treatment from a physician who specialises in orthopaedics.
We have made it simple!
MeditSimple is launching a Centre of Excellence for Orthopaedics, which brings together leading surgeons with expertise in a comprehensive range of orthopaedic surgeries, pain management and rheumatology. MeditSimple helps you find the right specialist and diagnostic centre tailored to your specific condition.
Centre of Excellence for Orthopaedics
Do you suffer from musculoskeletal pain?
YES. If that is the case, you should seek professional help! So identify your symptoms and select the body part concerned here. Our team is here to help you reclaim your quality of life! For this reason, we came up with a short guide on how to find the right orthopaedic doctor for you.
NO. This article could help you or your loved ones stay healthy and pain-free so keep reading!
Orthopaedists: what is their role?
Orthopaedic physicians are doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries and diseases within the musculoskeletal system (bones, cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and other connective tissue). The musculoskeletal system provides support, posture and stability, permits movement, protects vital organs and circulates blood throughout the body. It is thus key to your overall health!
Orthopaedists treat people of all ages, from newborn to the elderly, and treat something as simple as a pulled muscle, as well as complicated procedures like spinal surgery. Orthopaedic surgeons explore nonsurgical options first, such as pain medication or rehabilitation. They also have the expertise to perform surgery to repair an injury or correct a condition, if necessary.
Orthopaedists: when to see them?
1. Be on the lookout for the right symptoms!
- Chronic pain (any pain lasting longer than 12 weeks) or swelling in a bone, joint, or muscle that’s recurring, or doesn’t respond to at-home care.
- Limited mobility or range of motion of a joint (shoulder, elbow, knee)- joints feeling tighter and tighter as the days go by might be a sign of arthritis.
- Trouble performing your daily activities- in other words simple tasks such as climbing stairs, getting out of chairs or walking your dog. Bone and joint discomfort is often more common in older people, but it shouldn’t inhibit your daily activities.
- Instability while walking or standing: do you feel shaky when standing up or sitting down? If so, surely something is wrong with your joints.
- Progressive weakness or numbness in the arms or legs (nerve-related symptoms)
- An injury to a bone or joint that needs the attention of a specialist: an injury from an accident, such as a fall or collision, takes time to heal, but if the pain isn’t going away on its own you might have a risk of fracture.
- A soft tissue injury that has not improved after a few days: can you still feel the pain and swelling of a sprained ankle or twisted knee after the first 48 hours? If you have not noticed any major improvements, call our specialists and ask them for their earliest available appointment.
2. It’s time to look for the right practitioner!
Now that you are well-versed in knowing the symptoms of musculoskeletal conditions, MeditSimple has got you covered!
Hence, the mission of our Centre of Excellence for Traumatology and Orthopaedics is to minimise pain and to get patients back to full fitness as quickly as possible. With the support of an exceptional multi-disciplinary team, patients are guaranteed a quick diagnosis and a personalised care plan.
Most orthopaedic physicians tend to specialize in certain areas of the body. Our experts thus provide treatment for a range of conditions affecting different body parts, from upper limb to lower limb, spinal pain, and sports injuries.
UPPER LIMB (elbow, hand, wrist, shoulder)
Pain in the upper part of your body is often linked to your job or daily activities. For instance, you could be lifting heavy objects, doing repetitive motions, twisting, turning and moving all day long.
Machines that produce vibrations, constantly awkward positions and forceful exertions also can cause stress injuries. As a result, your muscles, joints and nerves can take a beating.
Elbow Appointment Hand Appointment Wrist Appointment Shoulder Appointment
LOWER LIMB (ankle, foot, knee, hip)
Over time joints in the knees and hips naturally begin to deteriorate, but sometimes they become too painful to function.
Walking on uneven ground or stepping on an object can often cause you to twist your ankle. Some people even have a predisposition to spraining their ankles due to their posture or the way their feet are turned.
Ankle Appointment Foot Appointment Knee Appointment Hip AppointmentSPINE (back, neck)
Can you relate to the head-down, neck bent, shoulders forward, slouching position that many employees remain in while peering at a computer or looking down at a smartphone? Poor posture in the workplace is incredibly common.
For example, more than 80% of people in the United States actually suffer from back pain at some point in their lives (Cleveland Clinic). In some cases, severe pain makes it particularly difficult or impossible to walk, sleep, work or do everyday activities, thereby seriously impacting your quality of life.
Moreover, good posture means less mental fatigue, better productivity and mental alertness, and more energy throughout the day.
MeditSimple has your back!
Indeed, our team of health professionals is here to address the root cause of your pain and help reduce muscle strain.
Book your Spinal Orthopaedic appointmentSPORTS MEDICINE
This subspecialty of orthopaedic medicine deals with the physical fitness, preventive care and treatment of athletes, as well as those with disabilities who are trying to increase their mobility, and those who have suffered an injury and are trying to regain full function.
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3. Book your appointment today!
Even if you aren’t the most physically active person, you can damage your muscle tissue through the wear and tear of daily activities. Don’t ignore the signs, because early detection and treatment can especially prevent you from particularly serious diseases down the road. High-quality orthopaedic care is undeniably invaluable. Our experts will help you reclaim your quality of life.
Last but not least: musculoskeletal pain is the number one reason why people visit their doctors each year. So don’t wait any longer, reach out to us now and explore our new Centre of Excellence for Traumatology and Orthopaedics here:
Centre of Excellence for Trauma And Orthopaedics
References
10 Signs You Need to See an Orthopedic Doctor, Greene County Medical Center – January 22, 2015
Musculoskeletal System, Cleveland Clinic
Musculoskeletal health, World Health Organization (WHO)
What Is an Orthopedic Physician?, WebMD
5 Signs it’s Time to See an Orthopedic Specialist, Williamson source
