An orthopedic doctor is generally a surgeon who specializes in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of diseases, disorders, and injuries (including fractures) of the skeletal system: spine, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and peripheral nerves. These conditions include:
Soft tissue injuries and diseases
Sports injuries and arthroscopic surgery
Degenerative joint disease and joint replacement
Open and closed treatment of broken bones
Torn knee ligaments and cartilage
Hand surgery including carpal tunnel syndrome
Ruptured disc
Arthritic changes causing compression of the nerve root and spinal cord
