What it does
OrthoInfo is the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' patient-education resource. It provides expert-developed and reviewed articles, printable handouts, podcasts and guides about bones, joints and musculoskeletal care.
Body-part navigation is the most direct entry point when you know the area but not the terminology. Within a shoulder, knee or back topic, the site distinguishes conditions, treatment information, recovery and staying healthy. That separation helps a reader locate background information relevant to a particular conversation.
Basics handouts offer a printable, plain-language format, while the podcast covers common patient questions. Recovery and conditioning materials are also present, but they belong within the person's care context rather than serving as a universal exercise plan. The site's useful role is explaining terms, formats and questions around musculoskeletal care, with the responsible professional organization clearly identified.
Strengths
- Body-part and care-stage navigation narrow a large information library.
- Printable Basics handouts and podcasts offer alternatives to long articles.
Best for
- Patients and families seeking understandable orthopaedic background information.
Sources
- OrthoInfo - Patient Education | AAOS (Oct 26, 2026)