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Since an orthopedic doctor is someone who works on the skeletal system, you should always go to him or her if you are having problems in this direction. Do not just go to a doctor that does not know as much because he or she is closer to you. It is worth having to travel a little bit to make sure that you get a doctor who really knows all about the skeletal problems that you have.

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