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orthopaedic

/ ˌɔːθəʊˈpiːdɪk /

adjective

  1. of or relating to orthopaedics

  2. designed to help correct or ameliorate the discomfort of disorders of the spine and joints

    orthopaedic mattresses

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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And always consult a doctor before trying a weighted vest if you have back, shoulder or other orthopaedic issues.

Morgan said the health board were getting some treatments "out into the independent sector, because you know what you're getting there", as well as opening a new orthopaedic hub.

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Chief executive Matthew Hopkins said it was putting on extra clinics and had a new orthopaedic procedure room opening soon, adding: "We are confident we will improve our waiting times and improve patient experience."

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Jaison Patel, a trauma and orthopaedic surgeon at the Royal London Hospital, said he saw a lot of patients injured from the powered bikes.

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Sharon, 46, now uses a walking stick and, given the physical demands of her job, has been unable to return to work after suffering serious orthopaedic and psychological trauma.

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