1) An orthotic
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Any type of physical support for the body, which may be used for a broken bone, deformity or paralysis. For example, braces (e.g. minerva brace, halo brace) and splints used to hold the spine in place after a fracture. Plural: Orthoses
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An external orthopaedic appliance, as a brace or splint, that prevents or assists movement of the spine or the limbs. ... Origin: G. Orthosis, a making straight ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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(or-tho´sis) an orthopedic appliance or apparatus used to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities or to improve function of movable parts of the body. See also brace and splint.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: ōr-thō′sis, -sēz Definitions: 1. An external orthopaedic appliance, a brace or splint, that prevents or assists movement of the spine or the limbs.
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orthosis (s), orthoses (pl) A device, or appliance, worn on the body to correct, or to prevent, joint deformity, provide support for ambulation (walking), reduce pain, diminish weight-bearing force, or to assist a person's movements.
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the correction of orthopedic maladjustments. · an orthotic.
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