adjective
- relating to or involving the use of orthoses or corrective devices for the body
Usage: medical
noun
- a device used to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities or to improve function of movable parts of the body
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor recommended orthotic insoles for her flat feet.
- He wore an orthotic device to support his injured ankle.
- The orthotic specialist fitted her with custom shoe inserts.
- Physical therapy combined with orthotic support helped his recovery.
- She needed new orthotics after her foot surgery.
- The orthotic brace provided stability for his weak knee.
- Custom orthotics are more expensive than over-the-counter versions.