noun
- custom-made or specially designed shoe inserts, braces, or other devices used to support, align, or improve the function of parts of the body, especially the feet and legs
Usage: medical; usually plural
Examples
- The podiatrist prescribed custom orthotics to help with her flat feet.
- He wears orthotics in his running shoes to prevent shin splints.
- The physical therapist recommended orthotics to correct his gait problems.
- Insurance often covers the cost of medically necessary orthotics.
- She had to break in her new orthotics gradually over several weeks.
- The athlete’s performance improved significantly after getting proper orthotics.