Science in Our Lives

REVOLUTIONIZING ORTHOPEDIC CARE TO KEEP YOU MOVING FORWARD

Orlando Science Center creates and curates experiences that illustrate how science and technology address realworld problems. Our exhibits, guest speakers and hands-on activities make science come to life for our visitors and help them understand the beneficial impact of STEM concepts. As part of these efforts, we are partnering this summer with two organizations that are making a major difference in the field of orthopedics here in our Central Florida community: AdventHealth and Rothman Orthopaedics.

Orthopedics is a medical science applied to make people’s lives better. Orthopedists treat everything from carpal tunnel syndrome to tendinitis, scoliosis to back and neck pain – even bone fractures and major tendon tears. When you hear about your favorite athlete tearing their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), chances are that they saw an orthopedist to assist in their recovery.

One of the most common reasons individuals seek orthopedic care is for the treatment of arthritis. Arthritis – or joint inflammation – is the leading cause of work disability in the United States. According to the CDC, 24% of adult Americans suffer from arthritis, and nearly 14% of these individuals report that their arthritic pain limits their ability to work. For pain relief and treatment, many Americans rely on the expertise of orthopedists, who study the musculoskeletal system. This includes muscles and bones as well as tendons, joints and ligaments.

To help create hands-on, educational experiences surrounding the science of orthopedics, AdventHealth and Rothman Orthopaedics have joined with Orlando Science Center to support Bionic Me, our new exhibit for this summer. With more than a dozen interactive exhibit pieces, visitors will get hands-on with the ingenious technology that is changing the human experience, improving lives and propelling us forward. For more information on Bionic Me, see page 6.

Outside of the Science Center, AdventHealth and Rothman Orthopaedics are creating a groundbreaking network of care featuring unprecedented quality, research and whole-person care. With innovation as a cornerstone of both organizations, this exciting new partnership gives patients access to the best-in-practice procedures, care and technologies from both AdventHealth Orthopedic Institute and Rothman Orthopaedics. They are committed to developing new techniques and technologies to help those in need overcome difficulties and enhance their lives.

Orlando Science Center is proud to be collaborating with two organizations that are clearly demonstrating how STEM professionals can increase quality of life for our friends and neighbors. This partnership provides us with the opportunity to share real-world examples of how science is making a difference in our everyday lives.