Orthopaedics is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Foot and ankle surgery is a subspecialty of orthopaedics that focuses on the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. This may include procedures such as bunion correction, ankle fusion, and reconstruction of the ankle after injury. Some common foot and ankle surgical procedures include osteotomy, arthrodesis, and tendon repair.
In summary, foot and ankle surgery is a subspecialty of orthopaedics that focuses on the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. It may include procedures such as bunion correction, ankle fusion, and reconstruction of the ankle after injury.
