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AAOS Phone: 847-823-7186 / 800-346-AAOS Fax: 847-823-8125 All about Orthopaedics
Since orthopaedics' beginnings, its specialists have treated children suffering from spine and limb deformities. The Greek roots of the word "orthopaedics are ortho (straight) and pais (child). Early orthopaedists often used braces or other forms of treatment to make the child "straight". Learn more about the organizations:
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A traditional symbol of orthopaedics is the bent tree that has been braced to make it grow straight.
6300 North River Road Rosemont, Illinois 60018-4262 Phone 847/823-7186 • 800/346-AAOS • Fax 847/823-8125
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©1995-2004 by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. "All Rights Reserved." This website and its contents may not be reproduced in whole or in part without written permission. "American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons" and its associated seal and "American Association of OrthopaedicSurgeons" and its logo are all registered U.S. trademarks and may not be used without written permission.