Month: May 2014

Ottobock announced the appointment of Scott Weber as global product manager along with his role as US senior market manager for socket technology. Scott Weber   Weber will assume responsibility for the Harmony vacuum portfolio, concurrently reporting to Ottobock leadership…

The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) has released a statement suggesting ways in which CMS can combat fraud within the O&P profession. “We believe the most effective system is one that prevents fraud before it starts,” AOPA said in…

The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) has released a statement suggesting ways in which CMS can combat fraud within the O&P profession. “We believe the most effective system is one that prevents fraud before it starts,” AOPA said in…

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…

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 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 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…

Good prosthetic alignment, exercise and a healthy body weight can help amputees avoid secondary physical complications after amputation.

Researchers look for reimbursement approval for the WalkAide to treat post-stroke foot drop.

Bruce “Mac” McClellan addressed the proposed electronic template, RAC audits and exploded orthotic codes.