There are several signs that indicate the need for care from an orthopedic surgeon, here are some of them.
When there is persistent pain in muscles, tendons, bones, and joints, if there is difficulty, loss of mobility, weakness, or numbness in any joint. If there has been an injury due to a fall, accident, or physical exertion, if there is inflammation or stiffness that does not improve with rest and painkillers.
If it is difficult or impossible to perform daily activities due to pain, if there are visible bone deformities, changes in posture or gait, or if the discomfort limits your ability to walk, climb stairs, exercise, sleep, or perform other activities.
An orthopedic traumatologist can treat osteoarthritis, arthritis, sciatica pain, herniated discs, sprains, tears, fractures, ligament, meniscus, and rotator cuff injuries, knee, neck, or back pain, to name a few. Even if orthopedic knee and hip replacement surgery or arthroscopy (minimally invasive surgery) is required.