orthosis
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1955–60; < Greek órthōsis a making straight, guidance, equivalent to orthō- (variant stem of orthoûn to straighten, verbal derivative of orthós straight) + -sis -sis
1955–60; < Greek órthōsis a making straight, guidance, equivalent to orthō- (variant stem of orthoûn to straighten, verbal derivative of orthós straight) + -sis -sis
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orthosis (ɔːˈθəʊsɪs) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -ses | |
| an artificial or mechanical aid, such as a brace, to support or assist movement of a weak or injured part of the body | |
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Orthosis
is always a great word to know.
So is femur. Does it mean:
| a bone in the human leg extending from the pelvis to the knee, that is the longest, largest, and strongest in the body; thighbone. |
| of or pertaining to the throat or neck. |
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Medical Dictionary
orthosis or·tho·sis (ôr-thō'sĭs)
n. pl. or·tho·ses (-sēz)
An external orthopedic appliance that prevents or assists the movement of the spine or limbs.
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The design of a motion control system for a powered reciprocating gait orthosis is considered.
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