What does "orthosis" mean?

A type of brace which either prevents or assists movement of a limb or the spine.

What is a synonym for "orthosis"?

Common synonyms include: splint, splints.

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A type of brace which either prevents or assists movement of a limb or the spine.

From Ancient Greek ὄρθωσις (órthōsis, “making straight”). By surface analysis, ortho- + -osis.