Month: January 2010

The introduction of the iLimb, allowing a patient to control individual digits on a prosthetic hand through neuromuscular signals, was a breakthrough for the O&P industry. The ability for an upper extremity amputee to grab an object using myoelectric-controlled digits…

The new year is often met with resolutions of losing weight; reflecting an ongoing epidemic of obesity within our society.

  Sean Zeller Employing evidence-based outcomes is one of the most effective tactics that O&P practitioners can use to strengthen their relationships with physicians and other referral sources. Sean Zeller, MSPO, CO, orthotist with National Orthotics and Prosthetics Company (NOPCO)…

  Gilberto Mejia Hanger prosthetist Gilberto Mejia, CP was recently honored with the 2009 Volunteer of the Year/Medical Diplomat Award from Physicians for Peace. Mejia was recognized for his efforts in the Dominican Republic where he has been working with…

  Curt A. Bertram Charles H. Dankmeyer Roy B. Davis The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics Inc. (ABC) welcomes three new members to its board of directors following the retirement of three members – Michael Allen,…