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Pedis
Pedis (/ˈpiːdɪs/), from the Latin word for foot, is a term used in medical contexts to refer to conditions, structures, or procedures related to the foot.
Etymology
The term "pedis" is derived from the Latin "pes", which means "foot". It is the root for many medical terms related to the foot, such as pedicure, pedorthist, and pedometer.
Related Terms
- Pedicure: A cosmetic treatment of the feet and toenails, typically including trimming and polishing of the nails and the removal of calluses.
- Pedorthist: A professional who specializes in making and fitting shoes and orthotics to alleviate foot problems.
- Pedometer: A device, usually portable and electronic or electromechanical, that counts each step a person takes by detecting the motion of the person's hands or hips.
See Also
- Podiatry: The medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the human foot.
- Podalgia: Pain in the foot, also known as foot pain.
- Podocyte: A type of cell in the kidney that has foot-like extensions, named for their resemblance to the foot.
References
- Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary (32nd edition). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pedis
- Wikipedia's article - Pedis
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