History Of Spine Flashcards
Who was the first person to describe Scoliosis and when was is first described.
In 5th century Hippocrates described scoliosis. He recommended Axial distraction on an extension apparatus
Who coined the terms Kyphosis, Lordosis and Scoliosis. When?
Galen 131-211 AD
What does Orthopaedics mean
The medical specialty concerned with the preservation and restoration of the musculoskeletal system, extremities, spine and associated structures.
Ortho is derived from the Greek term Orthos: straight or correct.
Paedic is derived from Greek term pais: child.
Orthopaedic literally means to straighten the crooked child
Who coined the term Orthopaedic?
In 1741 Nicolas André, a pediatrician and professor of medicine at the university of Paris.
The Tree of André is a bent tree held by stake and bandage, is the international symbol for the field of Orthopaedics.
