Researchers found that moderate physical activity does not increase the risk of radiographic knee osteoarthritis in patients who are 45 years or older, according to research from the Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project. “This study shows that engaging in physical activity…
Year: 2013
AOPA announces inaugural World Congress
The American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association is hosting the inaugural World Congress Sept. 18-20 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The meeting is hosted by AOPA and its organizing partners, including the Amputee Coalition, the…
CMS releases transcript, audio file of prosthetic template forum
The transcript and audio file of the July 31 Suggested Electronic Clinical Template for Lower Limb Prostheses Open Door Forum are now available in the downloads section on the CMS Special Open Door Forum webpage. CMS is hosting a series…
High levels of bisphenol A increased obesity and abnormal waist circumference-to-height ratio in children, according to findings in Pediatrics. “Manufacturers have been voluntarily recalling [bisphenol A] products due to suspicion about the toxic effects on children and other vulnerable populations,”…
High levels of bisphenol A increased obesity and abnormal waist circumference-to-height ratio in children, according to findings in Pediatrics. “Manufacturers have been voluntarily recalling [bisphenol A] products due to suspicion about the toxic effects on children and other vulnerable populations,”…
Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in an early accountable care organization in Massachusetts showed a reduction in spending for their health care; however, there was not an improvement in the quality of care, according to a study published in the Journal of…
Study: Higher standards of care for O&P services could save CMS money
Medicare patients who received necessary O&P care and services had lower costs in the long term and experienced more independence compared with patients who did not receive O&P care, according to a study commissioned by the Amputee Coalition. The study,…
As awareness of amputee issues grows, the annual conference enjoyed its largest attendance yet.
CMS announces next Open Door Forum about prosthesis template
CMS will host another Special Open Door Forum on the Suggested Electronic Clinical Template for Lower Limb Prostheses on Sept. 11 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. EDT. CMS is hosting a series of forums to explore the development of…
Patients who followed a Mediterranean diet and other low-carbohydrate diets reduced their likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, according to data recently published in Diabetologia. The researchers examined data from the Greek cohort of the population-based European Prospective Investigation into…