Prosthetics
The science and
practice of
measuring, designing,
fabricating,
assembling,
fitting, adjusting,
or servicing
a prosthesis
under an order
from a licensed
physician.
A term derived from
the Greek pros (in
addition to), tithenai
(to put) and tics
(a systematic pursuit).
Literally, prosthetics
is the systematic
pursuit of putting
one thing (an artificial
device) in addition
to something else
(a part of the body). |
Orthotics
The science and
art of custom
designing and
constructing
appliances for
the feet, ie,
arch supports.
Orthotics help
in the prevention
and correction
of deformities
that may hinder
a person’s
ease of movement.
These also aid
in support and
alignment helping
to improve function
of the movable
part of the
body.
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