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Orthotic Devices

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Definition: Apparatus used to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities or to improve the function of movable parts of the body.  includes slings, BRACES, etc.   
Examples Athletic Tape; Braces 		Other names Orthosis; Orthoses; Orthotic Device; Devices, Orthotic; Device, Orthotic
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
San Splint  0   *Rubber Orthotic Devices. J Am Podiatry Assoc 1982;72(2):98

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