Ottobock North America has announced the promotion of Kathy Schuerman to vice president of finance. Schuerman joined Ottobock in 2006 as controller, and most recently served as executive director of finance, after being promoted in 2012. Kathy Schuerman “In…
Day: May 1, 2014
Ottobock North America names new vice president of finance
Ottobock North America has announced the promotion of Kathy Schuerman to vice president of finance. Schuerman joined Ottobock in 2006 as controller, and most recently served as executive director of finance, after being promoted in 2012. Kathy Schuerman “In…
Low levels of physical capability in middle age linked to diminished survival
Low levels of physical capability in midlife, including weak grip strength, slow chair rise speed and poor standing balance performance, may indicate poorer chances of survival as individuals age, according to results from a recently published study. Researchers from the…
Fitted Foot Orthoses Reduced Pain, Improved Quality of Life Among Patients With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Fitted foot orthoses may reduce pain and improve quality of life in selected children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, according to study results published in Archives of Disease in Childhood. “This study is the first being conducted in such a big…
Handling Secondary Physical Complications Among Amputees
Good prosthetic alignment, exercise and a healthy body weight can help amputees avoid secondary physical complications after amputation.
Gait Function, Quality of Life Through FES System Equivalent to AFO
Researchers look for reimbursement approval for the WalkAide to treat post-stroke foot drop.
McClellan Presents Update to Legislative, Reimbursement Issues
Bruce “Mac” McClellan addressed the proposed electronic template, RAC audits and exploded orthotic codes.
Study: Transfemoral Amputees Experience Improved Quality of Life, Fewer Problems With Osseointegration
After receiving osseointegrated percutaneous implants, transfemoral amputees experienced high cumulative survival rate at 2 years, enhanced prosthetic use and mobility, fewer problems and improved quality life, according to a study published in The Bone & Joint Journal. Two-year follow-up Between…
Supportive, Elastic Heel Lifts Improve Footwear Comfort, Medial-Lateral Motion Control
Heel lifts made of materials with good support and elastic properties may be more appropriate to improve footwear comfort and medial-lateral motion control, according to study results. “It is widely believed that heel rise would induce plantar pressure redistribution, and…
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