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Orthotics

By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com

Created: December 25, 2008

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Definition: Custom-made shoe inserts that correct gait problems, provide foot support, relieve pressure on painful areas of the foot, and provide motion control.
Pronunciation: or-thaw-tix (noun)
Also Known As: shoe inserts
Examples: I had a lot of pain until I was prescribed orthotics.

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