A new study found that chemical citrate, merged with water, creates a viscous fluid between the nano-scale crystals of bone that acts as a shock absorber, allowing more flexibility within the bone. Using a combination of NMR spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction,…
Year: 2014
Viscous fluid in bone absorbs shock, allows flexibility
A new study found that chemical citrate, merged with water, creates a viscous fluid between the nano-scale crystals of bone that acts as a shock absorber, allowing more flexibility within the bone. Using a combination of NMR spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction,…
Low back pain accounts for one-third of work-related disabilities
Low back pain linked to workplace factors accounted for one-third of all work-related disabilities, according to recently published study results. Researchers determined estimates of relative risk from a meta-analysis of relevant published literature, as part of the Global Burden of…
Amputee Coalition names new board of directors members
The Amputee Coalition has appointed Jack Richmond and David S. Sanders to its board of directors for 3-year terms. “Each one provides diverse perspectives and experiences…and their work in philanthropy will enhance our efforts to serve the community,” Sue Stout,…
Deadline nears for NUPOC survey of farmer, rancher amputees
The Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center (NUPOC), in partnership with the National AgrAbility Project, is conducting a survey of farmers, ranchers, agricultural workers and livestock handlers who have limb amputations to determine how prosthetic components used — or rejected — by…
New report outlines use of fractional laser surgery for scars
Chad M. Hivnor, MD, LtCol, USAF, MC, FS, staff dermatologist for the San Antonio Military Health System, and colleagues released a new consensus report that highlights best practice for treating traumatic scars using ablative fractional laser surgery. Ablative fractional lasers…
New report outlines use of fractional laser surgery for scars
Chad M. Hivnor, MD, LtCol, USAF, MC, FS, staff dermatologist for the San Antonio Military Health System, and colleagues released a new consensus report that highlights best practice for treating traumatic scars using ablative fractional laser surgery. Ablative fractional lasers…
Ottobock logistics, distribution operations relocate to Louisville
Ottobock has begun relocating its North America logistics and distribution operations from Minneapolis and Toronto, Ontario, to Louisville, Ky. The move to Louisville is part of the company’s expanded investment in the United States and North America that includes the…
Amputee Coalition accepting applications for Christina Skoski Scholarship
The Amputee Coalition is accepting applications for the 2014-2015 Christina Skoski, MD, Scholarship. The scholarship will provide $1,000 to a full-time undergraduate student with a congenital limb difference or an amputation. The candidate must also be, or have a parent…
AOPA calls for grant proposals
The American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA) announced a request for pilot grant proposals in eight potential areas of orthotic and prosthetic research, including an open topic. The association is seeking proposals for one-time grants in amounts up to $15,000…