- pedorthist
- noun see pedorthics
New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001.
pedorthist
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Pedorthist — A Certified Pedorthist, or C. Ped. is a specialist in using footwear which includes shoes, shoe modifications, foot orthoses and other pedorthic devises to solve problems in, or related to, the foot and lower limb.DescriptionPrimarily, a C.Ped… … Wikipedia
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Orthotics — Not to be confused with Prosthetics. Orthotist , orthopaedic brace and ankle foot orthotic (AFO) redirect here, where they are dealt with in their respective sections. Two different braces used to treat scoliosis Orthotics (Greek: Ορθός, ortho,… … Wikipedia
pedorthics — noun plural but singular or plural in construction Etymology: Latin ped , pes + English orth + ics Date: 1974 the art and practice of designing, making, and fitting therapeutic shoes for relieving painful or disabling conditions of the feet •… … New Collegiate Dictionary
Foot — For other uses, see Foot (disambiguation). Foot … Wikipedia
Foot care — involves taking special steps to avoid foot problems such as sores, cuts, bunions, and calluses. Good care includes daily examination of the feet, toes, and toenails and choosing shoes and socks or stockings that fit well. People with diabetes… … Wikipedia
Podiatry — Not to be confused with Pediatrics. Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower leg. The term podiatry came into use first in the early 20th century United States,[1]… … Wikipedia
Diabetic shoe — Diabetic shoes, sometimes referred to as extra depth or therapeutic shoes, are specially designed shoes, or shoe inserts, intended to reduce the risk of skin breakdown in diabetics with co existing foot disease. People with diabetic neuropathy in … Wikipedia
CPED — Certified Pedorthist (Business » Positions) … Abbreviations dictionary
C Ped — Certified Pedorthist … Medical dictionary
