orthotics

(ôr t̸hät′iks)

noun

the science of developing and fitting surgical devices designed to activate or supplement a weakened or atrophied limb or function

Origin: orth(o)- + -otic + s

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See orthotics in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun (used with a sing. verb)

The science that deals with the use of specialized mechanical devices to support or supplement weakened or abnormal joints or limbs.

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Origin: From New Latin orthōsis, orthōt-, artificial support, brace

Origin: , from Greek, a straightening

Origin: , from orthoun, to straighten

Origin: , from orthos, straight

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