Orthopedics Collection

Broken wrist bone, X-ray C017 / 7187
Broken wrist bone. X-ray of the hand of a 12 year old male with a fractured trapezium bone. The trapezium is the leftmost bone in the group of bones at the base of the bad

Headache, X-ray artwork
Headache. Computer X-ray artwork of a lateral view of a human skull. The red area represents pain caused by a headache (cephalalgia)

Damaged knee ligament, artwork
Damaged knee ligament. Computer artwork of the muscle structure of the leg and anatomy of the human knee joint, showing a tear (dark line, centre right) in one of the cruciate ligaments (beige)

Hip replacement, artwork
Hip replacement. Artwork of a prosthetic hip joint socket in a pelvis. The prosthetic femur (thigh bone) head will fit into this socket, forming the hip joint

Hugh Owen Thomas, Welsh surgeon C016 / 6299
Hugh Owen Thomas (1834-1891), Welsh surgeon. Thomas is known as the father of orthopaedic surgery. He came from a family of renowned bone-setters

Fractured jawbone, X-ray
Fractured jawbone. Coloured X-ray of a human jaw showing a fractured lower jawbone (mandible). The fracture has occurred to the left side of the lower jawbone (bottom right, orange)

Beach, wave and footsteps at sunset time. Relaxing beach landscape

Broken ankle, X-ray C017 / 7185
Broken ankle. X-ray of the lower leg of an 85 year old female with fractures at the ends of the tibia (shin bone, right) and fibula (calf bone, left)

Amputated lower leg, X-ray C017 / 7644
Amputated lower leg, X-ray. The leg has been amputated below the knee. The tops of the tibia (shin bone, lower centre) and fibula (calf bone, lower right) are seen

Fused metatarsals, X-ray C017 / 7168
Fused metatarsals. X-ray of the feet of a 73 year old female patient showing the fusing the the big toes and second toe metatarsal bones (mid foot bones) in the left foot

Broken leg, X-ray C017 / 7977
Broken leg. X-ray of the leg of a 32 year old male who has been in a parachuting accident. The fibula (calf bone, right) is fractured

Broken foot, X-ray C017 / 7975
Broken foot. X-ray of the foot of a 3 year old male patient with fractured second and third metatarsals (foot bones)

Normal hand, digital X-ray
Normal hand. Digital X-ray of the normal right hand of a patient in their late twenties. Various sets of data relating to the image can be seen around the edges of the X-ray

Fractured vertebra, X-ray C017 / 7586
Fractured vertebra. X-ray of the lower spine of a 50 year old male with a fracture to the L1 lumbar vertebra (thord block from top)

Deformed hands, X-ray C017 / 7561
Deformed hands. X-ray of the hands of a 7 year old female patient with congenital (present at birth) abnormalities of the fingers

Pinned boken ankle, X-ray C017 / 7186
Pinned broken ankle. X-ray of the lower leg of an 85 year old female with fractures at the ends of the tibia (shin bone, right) and fibula (calf bone, left)

Radiologist examining knee MRI scans C014 / 1300
MODEL RELEASED. Radiologist examining knee MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans

Dislocated wrist, X-ray C017 / 7565
Dislocated wrist. X-ray of the wrist of a 16 year old male that has been dislocated

Tuberculosis of the spine, MRI scan
Tuberculosis of the spine. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through the spine of a 74-year-old patient with tuberculosis (TB) of the spine, or Potts disease

Spondylolisthesis, 3D CT scan
Spondylolisthesis. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of a section through the lumbar (lower back) spine of a 39-year-old patient with spondylolisthesis

Broken ribs, X-ray C017 / 7566
Broken ribs. X-ray of the chest of a 85 year old male patient with fracture to his right ribs (seen on left)

Paprosky femur defect classification C016 / 6621
Paprosky femur defect classification. Diagram showing the classification system for femur cortex defects used to assess revision (replacement or repair) of a hip implant

Coccyx pain, artwork
Coccyx (tailbone) pain, computer artwork

Cervical rib, X-ray C017 / 8024
Cervical rib. X-ray of the neck of a patient with an extra rib on the left side of their body (seen at right). This is a congenital (present at birth) abnormality

Neck and shoulder pain, X-ray artwork
Neck and shoulder pain. Computer X-ray artwork of the back view of a human skeletons shoulders, neck and skull. The red area represents neck pain (cervicalgia) and shoulder pain

Hip joint prosthesis, close up

Liver tissue of patient suffering from diabetes
Medicine. Liver tissue of patient suffering from diabetes

Broken elbow, X-ray C017 / 7266
Broken elbow. X-ray of the elbow of a 4 year old female with a displaced supracondylar fracture. The fracture is at the base of the humerus, the upper arm bone (upper frame)

Melorheostosis of the knee, X-ray C017 / 7146
Melorheostosis of the knee. X-ray of left knee of a 52 year old male patient showing damage (white area at centre) caused by melorheostosis

Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8401
Wrist pain, computer artwork

Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8360
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8406
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8396
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8405
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8426
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8357
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8404
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8358
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8402
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8361
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8362
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8392
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8398
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8399
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8408
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8364
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Wrist pain, artwork F007 / 8395
Wrist pain, computer artwork

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Orthopedics, the branch of medicine that focuses on treating injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, plays a crucial role in restoring mobility and improving quality of life. From broken wrist bones to damaged knee ligaments, orthopedic specialists are skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions. In the realm of orthopedics, technology has become an invaluable tool. X-rays like C017 / 7187 reveal intricate details about fractures such as a broken wrist bone or a fractured jawbone. These images guide physicians in devising effective treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs. Artwork also serves as an unconventional medium for showcasing orthopedic challenges. A piece depicting a damaged knee ligament reminds us of the importance of proper care and rehabilitation after injury. Similarly, an artwork portraying a hip replacement highlights how advancements in surgical techniques have revolutionized joint replacements. The history is rich with notable figures who have contributed significantly to this field. Welsh surgeon Hugh Owen Thomas (C016 / 6299) stands out as one such pioneer whose innovative methods shaped modern orthopedic practices. X-ray images continue to be instrumental in diagnosing various conditions affecting different parts of our body. Whether it's identifying fractures like those seen in X-rays C017 / 7185 or C017 / 7977 or detecting abnormalities like fused metatarsals (X-ray C017 / 7168), these diagnostic tools aid doctors in providing accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatments. Not all X-rays depict injuries; some showcase normal anatomy too. A digital X-ray displaying a healthy hand reminds us that not every visit to an orthopedist involves trauma but can involve routine check-ups or preventive measures. Lastly, we encounter cases where even our vertebrae may suffer fractures (X-ray C017 / 7586). Orthopedists play a vital role here by offering solutions that alleviate pain while promoting healing and recovery.