All About Orthopaedics in Sheffield
We all know someone that has been affected by bone, muscle or joint pain, and that someone might even be ourselves! Whether its arthritis, a sprained ankle or knee pain, we have all searched the internet for the magical treatment that is meant to miraculously help us. But the truth is, we need to be visiting real specialists for these kinds of injuries and conditions. Luckily, we have private orthopaedic surgeons in Sheffield that can help treat us.
What is Orthopaedics?
Orthopaedics is a branch of medicine that focuses on the care of the musculoskeletal system. This system is made up of muscles, bones and joints, as well as ligaments, and tendons. The study of orthopaedics is truly fascinating and it offers doctors the opportunity to treat patients with conditions that are affecting the muscles and bones, allowing patients to live fuller and more mobile lives.
A person who specialises in orthopaedics is known as an orthopaedist or orthopaedic surgeon. On average an Orthopaedic surgeon does a 5-year degree in medicine (recognised by the General Medical Council), a 2-year foundation programme of general training, 2 years of core surgical training in a hospital and up to 6 years of specialist training. These surgeons are devoted to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles. Some orthopaedists are generalists, while others specialise in certain areas of the body, such as:
Here at Coriel Orthopaedic Group, our surgeons have over 100+ years of combined experience ensuring that we provide our patients with world-class expertise, patient care and treatment.
What can our Orthopaedic Surgeons Treat?
Orthopaedic surgeons can treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Our Surgeons in Sheffield will explore both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options, depending on the severity of the condition and the amount of pain that it is causing. Whether these conditions have been present since birth, have occurred as a result of injury or are age-related, our orthopaedist will work hard to understand and treat the condition accordingly.
Orthopaedic Surgeons are skilled doctors and that can treat broken bones, and replace painful joints, but did you know that orthopaedic surgeons also treat patients for sports injuries such as dislocated shoulders and damaged tendons in the knee? As well as this they can treat:
Tennis Elbow
Carpal tunnel Syndrome
Hand injuries and Sprains
Back pain, ruptured disks and spinal stenosis
Flat feet
Hip dysplasia
Achilles tendon injuries, bunions and foot/ankle injuries
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
What to expect in an appointment with us…
Not sure what to expect in an appointment? Here is a little more information. Our surgeons in Sheffield are specialists in their chosen field and are extremely patient focused and caring. One of our Orthopaedic surgeons will work with you to diagnose the condition of that may be causing you discomfort and pain. This normally includes conducting a physical examination as well as taking X-rays if there is a need to do so. At times we may need to use other methods such as an injection, to help make the diagnosis or treat the condition, additional testing may also be necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
Diagnosing a patient
In order to help diagnose a patient’s condition, the surgeon will:
carry out a physical examination
ask about the patient’s symptoms
review their medical record to gather more information about their medical history and overall health
review any X-rays that may have been conducted before the appointment
The orthopaedist may also order additional diagnostic tests if necessary such as:
an MRI scan
a bone scan
an ultrasound
blood tests
nerve conduction studies
Our surgeons will work alongside you and your GP to provide the best possible treatment and patient care. Therefore if you are looking for private orthopaedic surgeons in Sheffield that can help treat you simply contact us.
We look forward to helping you get back to doing the things that you love.
Important Healthcare Providers in Sheffield
In Sheffield we are so fortunate to have a great range of healthcare providers and here at Coriel Orthopaedic Group we take pride in being a part of this. It is important to know who these providers are and where you can find them. Whether you are looking for general or specialist care you use the links below to get the help that you need.
