Orthopedic traumatologist
An orthopedic traumatologist is a specialist who diagnoses, treats, and prevents diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system: bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and spine.
This is not just a “fracture doctor,” but an expert who restores movement, stability, and quality of life — from acute injuries to chronic pathologies, from prevention to complex surgeries.
What does an orthopedic traumatologist do?
Diagnoses fractures, dislocations, arthritis, osteochondrosis, scoliosis, flat feet
Provides conservative and surgical treatment (injections, plaster casts, surgeries)
Develops a treatment strategy for acute and chronic lesions
Provides pre- and post-operative care
Works in a team with rehabilitation specialists, neurologists, and physiotherapists
Controls the healing process, restoration of mobility and loads
What problems do they address?
Fractures, dislocations, sprains
Arthrosis, arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis
Chronic joint or back pain
Scoliosis, posture disorders, flat feet
Osteochondrosis, intervertebral hernias
Neuropathies, pinched nerves (e.g., sciatic)
Postoperative support (arthroplasty, osteosynthesis, etc.)
Injuries in athletes or people with an active lifestyle
When should you contact us?
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After any injury (even a “minor” one) to rule out hidden injuries
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If you have pain in your knees, back, shoulders, or other joints
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With limited movement, swelling, and stiffness in the morning
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If you have been diagnosed with arthrosis, osteochondrosis or other chronic diseases
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Before physical activity (sports, fitness) to avoid injuries
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After surgery to monitor recovery
After any injury (even a “minor” one) to rule out hidden injuries
Why is it important not to procrastinate?
Even minor pain or restricted movement can signal a serious pathology. Without timely help, the situation worsens: cartilage is destroyed, nerves are pinched, and posture becomes distorted.
A timely consultation with an orthopedist is a chance to avoid complex treatment in the future.
How is the consultation?
History taking: symptoms, injuries, lifestyle, previous diagnoses
Physical examination: joint mobility, posture, presence of pain, deformities
Ordering examinations (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound if necessary)
Diagnosis
Building an individual treatment plan (medication, cast, injections, referral for rehabilitation or surgery)
Further control and support
Expected results:
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Elimination of pain, swelling, restoration of functions
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Prediction and prevention of repeated injuries
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Correct diagnosis and prevention of complications
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Increased mobility and performance
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Improving movement quality, posture, strength
Elimination of pain, swelling, restoration of functions
TOP-10 most frequently asked questions
In most cases, it is one specialist. An orthopedist deals with chronic diseases and deformities, and a traumatologist deals with acute injuries.
Often, yes. Many conditions are treated conservatively. But the decision is made after an examination and testing.
It can be both a harmless phenomenon and a sign of arthrosis. It is worth checking.
Yes. Sprains, strains, overuse, stress fractures — all of these are up to us.
Yes. We take into account age, osteoporosis, general condition, and risk of falls.
Yes. We work with children with flat feet, scoliosis, and limb deformities.
Come for a consultation — it could be a muscle spasm, a hernia, or something else.
An X-ray and examination are required. This is very important for further activity.
No, you can contact us directly.
Yes, we select individually, taking into account the diagnosis and needs.
Any questions left?
Orthopedics is not just about fractures, but about freedom of movement at any age.
Sign up for a consultation with an orthopedic traumatologist at ReStart and take the first step towards a pain-free, active life.