N.N. Priorov Journal of Traumatology and OrthopedicsN.N. Priorov Journal of Traumatology and OrthopedicsВестник травматологии и ортопедии им. Н.Н. Приорова0869-86782658-6738Eco-Vector65549210.17816/vto655492JDUMQBSCIENTIFIC REVIEWSНаучные обзорыReview ArticleCombined disorders of the skin and the musculoskeletal systemСочетанная патология кожи и костно-суставной системыhttps://orcid.org/0000-0001-9676-15815120-9250SaranyukRoman V.СаранюкРоман Владимирович
Russian Federation
roman.saranuk@gmail.comhttps://orcid.org/0009-0006-1246-8489BodioRoman V.БодьоРоман Владимирович
Russian Federation
bodyorv@mail.ruhttps://orcid.org/0000-0003-0059-9159GostevaTatyana A.ГостеваТатьяна Александровна
Russian Federation
gosteva.t.tatyana@yandex.ruSociety of Integrative DermatologyОбщество интегративной дерматологииDermatology and Venereology Office "Derma Expert"Кабинет дерматологии и венерологии «Derma Эксперт»Healthy Foot Center “BODYO”Центр здоровой стопы «BODYO»Society of Integrative DermatologyОбщество интегративной дерматологииKurchatov Center of Modern MedicineКурчатовский центр современной медицины21122025310520263324734851102202519072025Copyright ©; 2026, Eco-VectorCopyright ©; 2026, Эко-Вектор2026Eco-VectorЭко-Векторhttps://eco-vector.com/for_authors.php#07https://journals.eco-vector.com/0869-8678/article/view/655492

The skin and the musculoskeletal system of the human body share far more similarities and physiological interconnections than may appear at first glance. Having comparable composition, functions, and regulatory mechanisms, the skin and the musculoskeletal system are closely linked in terms of both physiological interactions and pathophysiological processes. In addition to their anatomical and physiological relationships, the skin and the musculoskeletal system are often affected simultaneously, forming part of the symptom complex of several hereditary syndromes, which further indicates a close biological relationship between these organs. The skin and bone tissue may also be concurrently involved as a result of a primary dermatological or orthopedic condition. The study of the anatomical, physiological, and clinical relationship between the skin and the musculoskeletal system may have substantial practical importance in addressing both dermatological and orthopedic conditions. Rational interdisciplinary collaboration between dermatologists and orthopedic surgeons can facilitate faster achievement of positive clinical outcomes, reduce rehabilitation time, prevent the development of comorbid disorders, and prolong disease remission. Altogether, this may lead to shorter overall patient management, recovery, and improvement in quality of life. This article presents data on the relationship and interactions between the skin and the musculoskeletal system under normal and pathological conditions and attempts to classify combined disorders, describing dermatologic–orthopedic disorders in both hereditary syndromes and diseases as well as acquired conditions of various etiologies. In addition, the term orthopedic dermatology is proposed to denote an interdisciplinary field of medical knowledge aimed at addressing clinical problems associated with the combined involvement of the skin and bone tissue.

Кожа и костно-суставная система организма человека имеют гораздо больше сходств и физиологических связей, чем кажется на первый взгляд. Имея схожие состав, функции и механизмы регуляции, кожа и костно-суставная система организма тесно связаны с точки зрения как физиологического взаимодействия, так и патофизиологических процессов. Помимо анатомо-физиологических связей, кожа и костно-суставная система часто поражаются сочетанно, становясь частью симптомокомплекса ряда наследственных синдромов, что также может указывать на тесную биологическую общность этих органов. Кожа и костная ткань также могут поражаться сочетанно в результате первичной кожной или ортопедической патологии. Изучение анатомо-физиологических и клинических связей кожи и костно-суставной системы может иметь важное практическое значение в решении как дерматологических, так и ортопедических проблем. Рациональное междисциплинарное взаимодействие врача-дерматолога и ортопеда может способствовать более быстрому достижению положительного клинического результата, уменьшить сроки возможной реабилитации, предотвратить развитие коморбидных расстройств и продлить ремиссию заболевания. Всё это способно привести к сокращению сроков ведения пациента, его выздоровлению и улучшению качества его жизни. В данной статье представлены данные о связи и взаимодействии кожи и костно-суставной системы в норме и при патологии, предпринята попытка классификации сочетанных расстройств с описанием кожно-ортопедической патологии как при наследственных синдромах и заболеваниях, так и при приобретённых состояниях различной этиологии. Также нами был озвучен термин «ортопедическая дерматология» для обозначения междисциплинарного направления медицинского знания, целью которого является решение клинических проблем, связанных с сочетанным поражением кожи и костной ткани.

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