Definition of Orthotist

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Medical Definition of Orthotist

1. A maker and fitter of orthopaedic appliances. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Orthotist

orthostatic hypopiesis
orthostatic hypotension
orthostatic proteinuria
orthostatic tachycardia
orthostats
orthostereoscope
orthosteric
orthostichy
orthosubstitution
orthosympathetic
orthotetrahedra
orthotetrahedron
orthotic
orthotic devices
orthotics
orthotist (current term)
orthotists
orthotolidine
orthotomic
orthotomous
orthotomy
orthotone
orthotonos
orthotope
orthotopes
orthotopic
orthotopic graft
orthotopically
orthotropic
orthotropous

Literary usage of Orthotist

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Handbook of Severe Disability: A Text for Rehabilitation Counselors, Other edited by Walter C. Stolov, Michael R. Clowers (2000)
"... rehabilitation nurse, vocational counselor, physical and occupational therapists, and frequently by an orthotist and speech therapist as well. ..."

2. Smart Prosthetics: Task Group Summaries by National Academies (2007)
"... Certified Prosthetist/orthotist, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco • Robert Sah, ..."

3. Landmine Monitor Report 2002: Toward a Mine-free World by International Campaign to Ban Landmines, Human Rights Watch (Organization). (2002)
"A Japanese prosthetist/orthotist is working in the center to assist in training of local staff. Increased efforts have been made to reach victims in remote ..."

4. Head Injury Guide for Survivors, Families, & Caregivers edited by Delores M. John (1990)
"orthotist: A person who develops and fits mechanical devices designed to activate or supplement a weakened or missing limb or function, such as a brace or a ..."

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