Epidiorthosis

/ˌɛpɪdaɪɔːrˈθoʊsɪs/ noun

Definition

Surgical or orthopedic correction of a deformity or abnormality, especially straightening of a bent or misaligned part.

Etymology

From Greek 'epi' (upon) + 'dia' (through) + 'orthos' (straight) + '-osis' (condition/process). This medical term comes from classical Greek orthopedic terminology.

Kelly Says

The root 'ortho' means straight—that's why we have 'orthodontist' (straight teeth) and 'orthopedics' (straight bones)—so epidiorthosis is the process of making something straight!

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