Orthopedic Medical Illustrations

Orthopedic Illustration Portfolio

These orthopedic medical illustrations by freelance medical illustrator Susan Decker depict musculoskeletal anatomy, surgical procedures, and therapeutic exercises with precision. Designed to support:

Medical education – clarifying complex anatomy for students and professionals
Clinical reference – providing detailed visuals for surgical planning and consultations
Patient education – simplifying complex concepts for easier understanding

Examples include a torn ACL, shoulder physical therapy exercises, a herniated lumbar disc, and other detailed anatomical and procedural illustrations. Each image communicates complex concepts clearly for both medical professionals and patients.

Orthopedic Anatomy – Knee, Spine & Shoulder

Orthopedic illustrations showing key joints and injuries, including ACL tears, herniated discs, and shoulder movement. Ideal for patient education and surgical reference.

Orthopedic medical illustration showing a torn ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) in the knee joint for surgical and educational use

Torn ACL - Knee Anatomy

Illustration demonstrating physical therapy exercises for back and shoulders, highlighting range of motion techniques for patient education and rehabilitation.

Shoulder & Orthopedic Exercises

Medical illustration of the spine showing vertebrae, spinal cord, and a bulging disc for clinical education and diagnosis.

Herniated Lumbar Disk

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Torn ACL
Illustration of a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), showing the ligament disruption within the knee joint. Useful for patient education, surgical planning, and orthopedic consultations.
Back and Shoulder Range of Motion
Illustration demonstrating proper technique and muscle engagement for shoulder and back exercises. Supports physical therapy, rehabilitation, and patient education.
Herniated Disc
Cross-sectional drawing of the lumbar spine showing a herniated disc compressing a spinal nerve. Helps explain symptoms such as sciatica and lower back pain for clinical and patient education purposes.

Orthopedic Anatomy – Shoulder, Elbow & Spine

Detailed illustrations of the shoulder joint anatomy, elbow radial fractures and repair techniques, and spinal structures. Designed for surgical planning, orthopedic education, and patient instruction.

Anatomical drawing of the shoulder’s rotator cuff muscles for orthopedic use

Orthopedic surgical illustration of the elbow radius bone showing fractures and repair techniques

Detailed illustration of the human spine vertebrae and intervertebral discs

Shoulder Joint Anatomy

Elbow Fracture Repair

Lumbar Spine Anatomy

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These orthopedic illustrations focus on anatomy and surgical procedures, designed to support medical education, clinical reference, and patient education.

Shoulder Joint Anatomy – Detailed illustration of the shoulder’s bones and ligaments, providing clear visuals for clinical and educational use.
Radius Fracture & Repair – Depicts fractures of the radius bone and common repair techniques, supporting surgical planning and orthopedic education.
Spine Anatomy – Shows vertebrae and intervertebral discs of the human spine, highlighting anatomical detail for both professional and patient-facing applications.

Each illustration is created to convey complex anatomical and surgical concepts with clarity and precision.

Musculoskeletal Anatomy – Radius, Pelvis & Neck

Anatomical illustrations highlighting radius fracture repair, gluteal and pelvic muscles, and neck structures. Ideal for medical education, surgical reference, and patient education.

Medical illustration depicting the surgical repair of a fractured radius bone, showing fixation techniques for orthopedic surgery education.

Musculoskeletal anatomy of the gluteal and pelvis region in a medical illustration style

Anatomical illustration of the neck regions showing muscles, vertebrae, and soft tissues for medical education and surgical planning.

Radial Fracture Repair

Gluteal Region Anatomy

Neck Regions

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These orthopedic and anatomical illustrations focus on surgical procedures and musculoskeletal anatomy, designed to support medical education, clinical reference, and surgical planning:

Radius Fracture Repair – Depicts surgical fixation techniques for a fractured radius, aiding orthopedic education and surgical planning.
Gluteal & Pelvis Anatomy – Shows detailed musculoskeletal structures of the gluteal and pelvic region for educational and clinical use.
Neck Anatomy – Illustrates muscles, vertebrae, and soft tissues of the neck to support medical education and surgical reference.

Each illustration is created to convey complex anatomical and surgical concepts clearly and accurately.

Musculoskeletal Anatomy – Foot, Hand & Lower Body

Illustrations highlighting foot biomechanics, hand bones and joints, and lower body muscles including quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. Designed for medical education, clinical reference, and patient instruction.

Patient education illustration showing foot bones and their positions during running and exercise, highlighting biomechanics and anatomical function.

High-resolution drawing of hand bones and joints for educational purposes

Detailed anatomical illustration of the lower body muscles, including quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles, designed for medical education and clinical reference.

Foot Anatomy & Biomechanics

Hand Bones & Joints

Lower Body Musculature

– About these illustrations –

These anatomical and educational illustrations focus on musculoskeletal anatomy and biomechanics, designed to support medical education, clinical reference, and patient education:

Foot Anatomy & Biomechanics – Shows foot bones and their positions during running and exercise, highlighting anatomical function and biomechanics.
Hand Bones & Joints – High-resolution illustration of hand bones and joints for educational purposes.
Lower Body Muscles – Detailed depiction of quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles, supporting medical education and clinical reference.

Each illustration is carefully created to convey complex anatomical and functional concepts with clarity and precision.

Human Musculature, Connective Tissue, and Foot Anatomy

Illustrations showing anterior and posterior muscle groups, detailed connective tissue structures, and the bones of the foot for medical and educational reference.

Comprehensive anatomical illustration showing anterior and posterior views of major muscles in the human body for medical education and reference.

Detailed anatomical illustration of muscle anatomy highlighting epimysium, deep fascia, fascicles, and other connective tissue structures for medical education and scientific reference

Detailed orthopedic illustration of foot bones and regions, including tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges, highlighting anatomical structures for medical education and clinical reference.

– About these illustrations –

These anatomical and educational illustrations focus on musculoskeletal anatomy and orthopedic structures, designed to support medical education, clinical reference, and patient education:

Human Musculature (Anterior & Posterior Views) – Comprehensive depiction of major muscle groups from both front and back, supporting anatomy study and clinical reference.
Muscle Anatomy & Connective Tissue – Detailed illustration highlighting epimysium, deep fascia, fascicles, and related connective tissue structures for scientific and educational use.
Foot Bones & Regions – Orthopedic illustration of tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges, clarifying foot anatomy for medical and clinical reference.

Each illustration is carefully created to convey complex anatomical and functional concepts with clarity and precision.