Common Orthopedic Trauma Conditions

Orthopedic trauma encompasses a wide range of bone, joint and soft tissue injuries that can result from accidents, falls, sports injuries or high-impact trauma. Below are some of the most common conditions treated by orthopedic trauma specialists ranging from fractures and dislocations to post-traumatic complications requiring specialized care.

  • Acute musculoskeletal injuries

  • Bone misalignment

  • Chronic post-traumatic pain

  • Complex fractures

  • Congenital deformities affecting bone structure

  • Foot & ankle fractures

  • Hip fractures

  • Joint dislocations

  • Knee fractures

  • Ligament injuries related to trauma

  • Malunion (fractures that have healed in a non-ideal position)

  • Muscle tears due to impact injuries

  • Nonunion (non-healing fractures)

  • Osteomyelitis (bone infection)

  • Pediatric fractures

  • Pelvic fractures

  • Post-surgical complications leading to bone or joint dysfunction

  • Severely injured patients with multiple fractures

  • Shoulder & elbow fractures

  • Simple isolated fractures

  • Soft tissue damage associated with fractures

  • Stress fractures

  • Tendon ruptures from traumatic incidents

  • Trauma-related arthritis

  • Wrist fractures

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