This is a common question that first-time patients have when visiting an orthopaedic centre in Singapore. An orthopaedic doctor is different from general doctors as they specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries such as fractures, sprains or strains.Orthopaedics are often consulted if you are suffering from age-related conditions such as arthritis or if you have had an injury to your foot and ankle. They can either do surgery to repair ankle fractures or prescribe exercises for rehabilitating injured muscles to improve your mobility.