orthotic

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• Many athletes benefit from using orthotic supports to enhance their performance and prevent injuries.

• Postoperatively, many surgeons require their patients to wear a thoracolumbarsacral orthotic (TLSO) brace when ambulating for additional stability of the fixation.

  Academic text (2002)

• At the time of the study, 12 of the patients were capable of independent standing, although 4 of them used additional orthotic support during walking.

  Academic text (1995)

• I need to wear orthotic inserts, and these work the best.

  Blog text (33)

• Physical therapy and the use of an orthotic (heel lift) can also be helpful.

  Blog text (28)

• The purpose of the clinical evaluation of the stimulator was to determine its performance in therapeutic and orthotic use.

  Academic text (1992)

• The remaining eight patients stood and walked with orthotic devices: an ankle-foot orthosis and/or a cane.

  Academic text (1995)

• In addition, patients received orthotic devices (e.g., button hook or sock aid) for the ADLs, such as bathing, dressing, or toileting.

  Academic text (2017)

• In conceptualizing the stimulator, contradictory requirements were met: the stimulator was designed as an orthotic aid for the patient at home and as a therapeutic stimulator in rehabilitation centers.

  Academic text (1992)

• The doctor recommended wearing an orthotic insert in my shoes to help with my foot pain.

Compounds

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orthotic insole

• Specialized

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A removable pad you put inside a shoe to support the foot and keep it in the right position

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