"orthotics" 的定义和意义

What is "orthotics"?

Orthotics refers to the branch of healthcare that deals with the design, creation, and application of orthopedic devices, also known as orthoses, which are custom-made or pre-made devices worn on the outside of the body to ease pain, improve function, or enhance mobility. Orthotics professionals work to provide support, correction, or protection for various bone and muscle conditions or injuries. Common types of orthotic devices include braces, splints, shoe inserts, and prosthetic limbs. Orthotics plays a crucial role in rehabilitation, injury prevention, and improving the quality of life for individuals with orthopedic or neurological conditions.