Year: 2014

Through a reanalysis of previously published randomized clinical trials, researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine found one-third of previously published randomized clinical trials could be reanalyzed in ways that modify the conclusions of how many or what types of…

The American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association has extended its partnership with Cailor Fleming Insurance. According to a press release, the extension will take effect Jan. 1 and renew the partnership for 5 years. It will offer a range of custom…

The American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association has extended its partnership with Cailor Fleming Insurance. According to a press release, the extension will take effect Jan. 1 and renew the partnership for 5 years. It will offer a range of custom…

A group of 13 disabled U.S. military veterans climbed and hiked several iconic peaks in Yosemite National Park in commemoration of September 11th during an event hosted by Paradox Sports in conjunction with the National Park Service. “We are honored…

Every 30 minutes, a child is born who will develop mitochondrial disease by 10 years old, according to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation. However, many people have never heard of mitochondrial disease or learned about the devastating impact it can…

Hanger Inc. has named Thomas Kiraly, MBA, as the company’s new chief financial officer. Kiraly will join the company Oct. 1 and work closely with incumbent chief financial officer, George McHenry, until he fully assumes the role later this year.…

Ottobock Healthcare announced that the company will provide technical service for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games. As the official prosthetic, orthotic and wheelchair technical services providers, Ottobock will be responsible for supporting the needs of athletes from all competing nations…

The use of telemedicine to help manage chronic diseases offers benefits including fewer and shorter hospital stays, fewer emergency room visits, less severe illness and fewer deaths, according to a recently published study. The study by Rashid Bashshur, PhD and…

The use of telemedicine to help manage chronic diseases offers benefits including fewer and shorter hospital stays, fewer emergency room visits, less severe illness and fewer deaths, according to a recently published study. The study by Rashid Bashshur, PhD and…

Ottobock North America has named Chris Wintenburg, MEng, to fill its newly created position of director of e-commerce and inside sales. Winternburg will manage e-business relationships, inside sales efforts and drive online sales for all business units and product categories.…