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Orthosis
An orthosis is a technical device (orthopedic appliances, corsets, head holders, splints, verticalizers, lying-down supports, bandages), worn on a segment (segments) of the musculoskeletal system with the aim of its fixation, unloading and restoration of impaired functions
Source: of the Ministry of Health and Social Development of the Russian Federation dated 05.05.2006 No. 2317-ВС