An Orthotist is a CARE PROFESSIONAL who is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.

An Orthotist is responsible for all aspects of supplying orthoses for PATIENTS.

An orthosis is a device fitted to an existing body part in order to improve its function or reduce pain.

Note: also see Prosthetist.

This supporting information is also known by these names:

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plural	Orthotists