Orthopaedic specialists
Source: NHS
Most consultants who work in trauma and orthopaedics provide emergency and non-emergency care for musculoskeletal injuries following an initial assessment in accident and emergency (A&E) .
They may:
- diagnose injuries or disorders using X-rays , blood tests or other tests
- treat injuries or conditions with medication or surgery
- recommend exercises or physiotherapy to restore movement, strength and functionality
Most orthopaedic consultants also have a specialist interest. This may be a particular orthopaedic condition, a specific area of the body, or a field such as paediatrics or sport surgery.