orthotic
Americannoun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of orthotic
1960–65; adjective derivative of orthosis (on the model of psychosis ( def. ): psychotic ( def. ), etc.); see -tic
Example Sentences
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Because of her MS, a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, she uses an orthotic to walk and competes with an ankle foot orthosis in her boot.
From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2026
The new rule is a change from the agency’s previous position that it was unnecessary to register the orthotic braces with the NFA.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 22, 2023
One girl with clubfoot, a congenital deformity, who was desperate for orthotic shoes.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 25, 2023
He managed the problem for years with orthotic inserts and custom-designed shoes and anti-inflammatory medication, but the condition is clearly threatening his career again even if the short-term concern is Wimbledon.
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2022
Brandi and Mike Helvey brought several pairs of the special orthotic shoes that Jacob wears to support his legs.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 18, 2019
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