A surgical procedure that is performed for the surgical immobilization of a joint is called a(n) ________.

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Arthrodesis is a surgical procedure that is performed to permanently immobilize a joint. This is accomplished by fusing the bones that make up that joint together, usually with the help of pins, plates, screws, or other hardware. Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure that is performed to replace a damaged joint with a prosthetic joint made from metal and plastic components. A discectomy is a surgical procedure that is performed to remove a portion of a herniated or ruptured disc in the spine to relieve pressure on the nerves. An osteotomy is a surgical procedure that is performed to cut and reposition a bone to correct deformities or to redistribute the weight-bearing forces on a joint.

A Surgical Procedure That Is Performed for the Surgical Immobilization