Medical Definition of Orthotist
1. A maker and fitter of orthopaedic appliances. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Orthotist
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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