Orthopaedics is concerned with correcting deformities
caused by disease of or damage (including trauma)
to the bones and joints of the skeletal system.
This may involve surgery, as well as other techniques
e.g. manipulations and traction.
Syndesmology
(concerning joints and their components) is a discipline
within the area of orthopaedics.
More about Orthopaedics:
The adjective used to refer to orthopaedics is
"orthopaedic".
