Our team is represented by Prof. Bülent DAĞLAR, MD, who has extensive experience in hip girdle and lower extremity surgery within the field of Orthopedics.

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and injuries affecting the skeletal and muscular systems, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and nerves. Specialists in this field address the mobility needs of individuals of all ages by treating a variety of orthopedic conditions, such as fractures, dislocations, tendon injuries, joint disorders, and spinal problems.

Orthopedic surgery encompasses a wide range of interventions, including the repair of broken bones, the placement of joint prostheses, and tendon repairs.

The field of orthopedics has diverse applications, from treating sports injuries and age-related degenerative conditions to managing congenital defects and traumatic injuries. Orthopedic specialists also play a critical role in patient education and preventive care, helping individuals prevent recurring injuries and adopt healthy lifestyle habits.

For patients with spinal cord paralysis, who constitute our target group, orthopedics is vital. It identifies and addresses conditions such as joint deformities, fractures, contractures (muscle stiffness), and upper or lower extremity amputations that could hinder rehabilitation, complicate the process, and reduce the chances of success. Additionally, orthopedics contributes significantly to the recovery process through procedures like muscle transplantation and joint reshaping surgeries, which can enable patients to achieve functional movements.