A team of researchers at Tel Aviv University found a way to print flexible, biocompatible components for microelectromechanical systems, making them suitable for use in medical devices, including prostheses. The micro-printing process yields flexible, non-toxic, paper-thin membranes made of an…
Year: 2013
Eighty prosthetic hands were assembled by Johnson Controls employees in Shanghai, China, during the company’s recent annual Vision Week celebration for landmine victims in developing countries. According to a company press release, the donation was made through the Helping Hands…
Johnson Controls assembles prosthetic hands for landmine victims
Eighty prosthetic hands were assembled by Johnson Controls employees in Shanghai, China, during the company’s recent annual Vision Week celebration for landmine victims in developing countries. According to a company press release, the donation was made through the Helping Hands…
The Orthotic & Prosthetic Activities Foundation announced that Willow Wood has become a Gold Level Sponsor for OPAF and First Clinics in 2013. Willow Wood’s donation allows OPAF to further develop new First Clinics, such as First Kick and First…
OPAF announces Willow Wood as gold level sponsor
The Orthotic & Prosthetic Activities Foundation announced that Willow Wood has become a Gold Level Sponsor for OPAF and First Clinics in 2013. Willow Wood’s donation allows OPAF to further develop new First Clinics, such as First Kick and First…
FitBionic completes funding round with KMG Capital Partners
FitBionic completed a $2.2 million funding round with a team led by KMG Capital Partners, with High Country Venture and the Colorado Institute for Drug, Device and Diagnostic Development (CID4). According to a press release, the investment was developed in…
Calhoun announces resignation from Amputee Coalition
The Amputee Coalition announced that its president and chief executive officer, Kendra Calhoun, will be resigning effective August 31, according to a news release. In her new role, Calhoun will serve as senior vice president of marketing and public at…
Össur launches custom knee orthosis app
Össur announced the launch of SmartMeasure, an interactive, photo-based app intended to help clinicians select, measure and submit specifications for patients needing custom knee orthoses. According to a press release, the SmartMeasure digital measuring system is intended to make custom…
PAD incidence rates rising worldwide
The global incidence rate of peripheral artery disease (PAD) increased 24% from 2000 to 2010, according to a study published in The Lancet. The researchers performed a systematic review of literature on the prevalence of PAD, which included 34 community-based…
The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) released a statement addressing rumors that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) may be extending the competitive bidding program for off-the-shelf (OTS) orthotics to more than 100 orthotic devices. According to…