Definition of Orthostatic

1. Adjective. Pertaining to an upright standing posture. "Orthostatic hypotension"

Similar to: Erect, Upright, Vertical

Definition of Orthostatic

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Orthostatic

1. Pertaining to or caused by standing erect. Origin: Gr. Statikos = causing to stand This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Orthostatic

orthorhombic
orthos
orthoscope
orthoscope
orthoscopic
orthoscopic
orthoscopic lens
orthoscopic observation
orthoscopic spectacles
orthoses
orthosilicic
orthosis
orthosis
orthospermous
orthostatic (current term)
orthostatic (current term)
orthostatic albuminuria
orthostatic hypopiesis
orthostatic hypotension
orthostatic hypotension
orthostatic proteinuria
orthostatic tachycardia
orthostereoscope
orthostichy
orthosympathetic
orthotic
orthotics
orthotics
orthotic devices
orthotist

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