Orthopedic is an adjective referring to the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities or functional impairments of the skeletal system, joints, and related structures. In clinical use, it describes procedures, devices, or specialties focused on bones and musculoskeletal health. The term is often used in contexts like orthopedic surgery or orthopedics, and appears in medical literature, clinics, and training settings.
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