Example: The cast technician carefully wrapped the patient's broken arm.
Definition
"The cast technician" is a medical professional specialized in applying, maintaining, and removing orthopedic casts and splints to support and immobilize broken bones or injuries. They ensure proper fit and comfort while aiding in the healing process.
Translations
el técnico de yesos
de gipsverbandtechnicus
el tècnic de guix
le technicien en plâtre
der Gipsfachmann
Etymology
The term "the cast technician" combines "cast," referring to a protective shell usually made of plaster or fiberglass used to immobilize injuries, and "technician," derived from Greek 'technikos,' meaning skilled in art or craft. Together, it denotes a skilled worker specializing in applying casts.
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"The cast technician" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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