Orthosis

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Upperlimb Orthosis Wrist Hand Orthosis
Upperlimb Orthosis Wrist Hand Orthosis

Orthosis can refer to a custom shoe insert that helps cushion or realign the foot. It may also refers to any wearable device that corrects the deformity like hands, arms, legs, foot etc. such as the braces commonly used in Orthopedics

Ankle foot orthosis splint
Ankle foot orthosis splint

Wearable device[edit | edit source]

An orthosis is a wearable device, such as a brace, or shoe insert.

CASH Orthosis
CASH Orthosis

Purpose[edit | edit source]

It prevents or corrects a dysfunction or deformity by aligning or supporting the affected body part.

Orthotics[edit | edit source]

Orthotics is the medical specialty that focuses on the design and application of orthoses.

Orthosis Resources
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