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Orthopaedics

Noun:

The branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and correction of injuries or disorders of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Example Sentence:

After her skiing accident, Emily sought the help of an orthopaedics specialist to diagnose and treat her knee injury.

Adjective:

Pertaining to the field of orthopaedics; relating to the treatment of skeletal system disorders and injuries.

Example Sentence:

The orthopaedics clinic is renowned for its team of highly-skilled doctors and surgeons.