orthopaedic

British

/ ˌɔːθəʊˈpiːdɪk /

adjective

of or relating to orthopaedics
designed to help correct or ameliorate the discomfort of disorders of the spine and joints

orthopaedic mattresses

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“That may make a noticeable difference in a professional athlete,” said Dr. Tom DiLiberti, an orthopaedic surgeon in Dallas who performs hamate procedures on major leaguers.

From The Wall Street Journal

"We know that being able to lengthen internally is less painful and a better experience overall," Nick Peterson, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Alder Hey said.

From BBC

Heiden, a longtime orthopaedic surgeon, low-key guy and probably America’s most overlooked living athlete, is in Milan, cheering on Stolz, a nice touch.

From The Wall Street Journal

The operation was led by orthopaedic consultant Sivakumar Shankar, assisted by a robot, one of only a handful in the capital.

From BBC

The author of that earlier review, Robert Hill, a senior paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, said the trust demonstrated "little, if any, insight into the issues confronting them".

From BBC

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