orthopaedic
/,ɔ:θou'pi:dik/ Cách viết khác : (orthopaedic) /,ɔ:θou'pi:dik/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to the branch of medicine concerned with the correction or prevention of deformities, disorders, or injuries of the skeleton and associated structures (muscles, ligaments, tendons): This is the primary medical meaning of "orthopaedic," describing anything pertaining to this specific field of healthcare.
- Designed to treat or support musculoskeletal issues: Used to describe devices, appliances, or treatments intended for orthopaedic purposes.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- She was referred to an orthopaedic surgeon for her knee injury.
- The hospital has a new orthopaedic ward specializing in joint replacements.
- After the accident, he needed orthopaedic care for several months.
Advanced Usage
- "Orthopaedic principles": The fundamental theories and methods used in the practice of orthopaedics.
- The design of the prosthesis follows modern orthopaedic principles.
Variants and Related Words
- Orthopaedics (noun, chiefly British English): The medical specialty itself. (Note: The American English spelling is typically "orthopedics").
- He is studying orthopaedics at medical school.
- Orthopaedist (noun, chiefly British English): A specialist in orthopaedics. (American English: "orthopedist").
- The orthopaedist recommended physiotherapy.
Synonyms
- Orthopedic (Adjective): This is the standard American English spelling variant of "orthopaedic." The meaning is identical.
- Orthopedic mattress; orthopedic surgery.
Adjective
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of or relating to orthopedics
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orthopedic shoes
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