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Orthopadic

Definition

Orthopadic (adjective) refers to any term, product, or treatment related to the branch of medicine that deals with the correction or prevention of deformities, disorders, or injuries of the skeletal system and associated muscles, joints, and ligaments.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

Referring to medical conditions or treatments aimed at correcting spinal or skeletal deformities.

Example sentence: The orthopadic surgeon recommended a brace to correct her scoliosis.

Sense 2:

Describing devices or products specifically designed for providing support or preventing injuries to the musculoskeletal system.

Example sentence: He wore orthopadic shoes to alleviate the pain caused by his fallen arches.

Sense 3:

Pertaining to the field of orthopedics or orthopedic surgeons.

Example sentence: After his basketball injury, he sought treatment from an orthopadic specialist.