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…
Year: 2013
Researchers at Drexel University in Philadelphia found that the application of low-intensity ultrasound directly to a wound significantly accelerated the healing process, according to a study published in the Journal of the Acoustical Society of America. The researchers treated patients…
Researchers develop ultrasound patch for treatment of venous ulcers
Researchers at Drexel University in Philadelphia found that the application of low-intensity ultrasound directly to a wound significantly accelerated the healing process, according to a study published in the Journal of the Acoustical Society of America. The researchers treated patients…
Ottobock launches two new products
Ottobock recently announced the launch of the WalkOn Reaction AFO and the Harmony E2 electronic vacuum pump option for the Harmony Volume Management System. The lightweight, low profile WalkOn Reaction AFO is fabricated from a prepeg advanced carbon composite. According…
Mike Schultz took home the gold medal at the X Games on Saturday, August 3 in Los Angeles in the Adaptive Moto X race, which returned to the Summer X Games after a 2-year hiatus. With a finish time of…
Schultz wins gold at X Games
Mike Schultz took home the gold medal at the X Games on Saturday, August 3 in Los Angeles in the Adaptive Moto X race, which returned to the Summer X Games after a 2-year hiatus. With a finish time of…
PEL Supply Company announced that Michael A. Sotak is its new president and chief executive officer, according to a company news release. PEL has also been purchased by PEL LLC, a private company led by Sotak, who has more than…
PEL announces new owner and president
PEL Supply Company announced that Michael A. Sotak is its new president and chief executive officer, according to a company news release. PEL has also been purchased by PEL LLC, a private company led by Sotak, who has more than…
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Adaptive Moto X racing returns to X Games
Adaptive Moto X racing will return to the summer X Games in Los Angeles after a 2-year hiatus. The invited athletes for the adaptive race include Max Gomez, Steve Howe, Chris Ridgway, Mike Schultz, Todd Thompson, Dave Turner and Jim…