orthosis

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English

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Etymology

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From Ancient Greek ὄρθωσις (órthōsis, “making straight”). By surface analysis, ortho- +‎ -osis.

Noun

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orthosis (plural orthoses)

  1. (medicine) A type of brace which either prevents or assists movement of a limb or the spine.
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