Orthopedic doctor types
Every kind of orthopedic doctor, clearly labeled.
Each specialty described honestly, so you can choose what fits.
Orthopedic surgery specialties
Hip & knee replacement
total knee replacement · hip replacement · partial knee replacement · revision surgery
For: knee arthritis, hip arthritis, joint replacement recovery
Spine surgery & spine care
herniated disc care · spinal fusion · minimally invasive spine surgery · scoliosis
For: back pain, sciatica, neck pain, spinal stenosis
Shoulder & elbow
rotator cuff repair · shoulder arthroscopy · shoulder replacement · tennis elbow care
For: shoulder pain, rotator cuff tear, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow
Hand & wrist
carpal tunnel release · trigger finger care · wrist fracture care
For: carpal tunnel, hand numbness, wrist pain, trigger finger
Foot & ankle
ankle sprain care · bunion surgery · Achilles repair · plantar fasciitis care
For: ankle pain, bunions, plantar fasciitis, Achilles injury
Fractures & orthopedic trauma
fracture care · casting · trauma surgery
For: broken bones, fractures, injury after a fall
Pediatric orthopedics
growth plate injuries · scoliosis in children · clubfoot · youth sports injuries
For: child bone and joint problems, youth sports injuries, scoliosis
Non-surgical & recovery care
Sports medicine
sports injury care · ACL and meniscus injuries · concussion care · return-to-play
For: sports injuries, sprains and strains, ACL tears, runner's knee
Physical medicine & rehab
non-surgical musculoskeletal care · nerve testing · rehabilitation
For: avoiding surgery, chronic joint pain, recovery after injury
Physical therapy
post-surgical rehab · strength and mobility · sports rehab
For: recovery after surgery, mobility, strength
Injections & regenerative options
cortisone injections · hyaluronic acid injections · PRP · amniotic and other biologic products
For: knee injections, comparing PRP and other options, avoiding surgery