ORLANDO, Fla. — If business owners take the initiative to be prepared and respectful in their businesses, then they will thrive. Kristi Hayes At the 2010 North American Pedorthic Congress, Kristi Hayes, CPed, Shane’s Foot Comfort Center in…
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North American Pedorthic Congress Kicks Off
Graham Archer ORLANDO, Fla. — Graham Archer, CPed Tech (C), CPed (C) opened this year’s North American Pedorthic Congress by welcoming both PAC and Pedorthic Footwear Association (PFA) members. He estimated that there are more than 700 delegates…
Proper Orthotic Design Corrects Issues With Entire Body
Art Smuckler ORLANDO, Fla. — Orthotic changes that correct the foot also will improve problem areas elsewhere, according to William J. Smith, MSPT, CPed, and Art Smuckler, CPed, OST. Corrections such as these affect that person’s body up…
OrPro Prosthetics & Orthotics Announces New Hire
David LeFors OrPro Prosthetics & Orthotics announced that David LeFors, CPO has joined the staff of its clinical practice as practice manager in Texarkana, Texas. “We are pleased to have Dave join OrPro,” Michael Hamontree, chief executive officer…
DSUSA to Host 23rd Annual The Hartford Ski Spectacular
Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA) will host the 23rd annual The Hartford Ski Spectacular Dec. 5-12 at Beaver Run Resort and Breckenridge Ski Resort, Breckenridge, Colo. The 5-day event, sponsored by The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. is expected to welcome…
Ten Teams Confirmed to Compete in Ice Sledge European Championships
A total of 10 countries have confirmed their participation at the 2011 International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Ice Sledge Hockey European Championships in Solleftea, Sweden. Teams will start competing Feb. 12. The 10 countries include: Czech Republic, Estonia, Germany, Great Britain,…
BOC Accepts Invitation to Participate in the O&P Alliance
The Board of Certification/Accreditation, International (BOC) has accepted a recent invitation to participate in conference calls and meetings with the four organizations of the O&P Alliance. According to a statement issued by the O&P Alliance, the invitation was offered “……
Paralympic Champion Speaks at 11th Annual National Institute on Recreation Inclusion
More than 230 people from around the United States gathered in Schaumburg, Ill., for the 11th Annual National Institute on Recreation Inclusion (NIRI). Hosted by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), NIRI is a 3-day event, which provides hands-on…
Ohio Willow Wood Recognized as One of Top 50 Places to Work in Ohio
Ohio Willow Wood was recognized as one of the top 50 workplaces in the central Ohio region by Columbus Business First newspaper. The award was presented Nov. 10 and accepted by a team of Ohio Willow Wood representatives. The newspaper’s…
Blake Christoph Joins Jack Gold Surgical Appliances in Philadelphia
Jack Gold Surgical Appliances (JGSA) announced that Blake Christoph, CPO, LPO has joined the clinical staff. Christoph is a New Jersey licensed orthotist/prosthetist and will assist with JGSA’s expansion. “Blake’s decision to join JGSA is a huge step in our…