MINNEAPOLIS — Middle-aged individuals diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis before they were 10 years old underwent a decline in forced vital capacity and total lung capacity despite how deteriorated their condition was and the status of their pulmonary function, according to…
Year: 2015
Bracing, posterior fusion result in improved HRQOL in patients with AIS
MINNEAPOLIS — The use of a Boston Brace and posterior spine fusion led to similar long-term health-related quality of life outcomes and satisfaction ratings for patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, according to a presenter, here. Patients who underwent either treatment…
Fillauer announces new Chattanooga manufacturing facility
Fillauer recently announced the opening of a new manufacturing ceremony with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce. The new, 35,000 square foot facility is located at 2880 Amnicola Highway in Chattanooga, Tenn. The company,…
Fillauer announces new Chattanooga manufacturing facility
Fillauer recently announced the opening of a new manufacturing ceremony with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce. The new, 35,000 square foot facility is located at 2880 Amnicola Highway in Chattanooga, Tenn. The company,…
Ekso Bionics hires senior medical device executive for Europe, Middle East, Africa markets
Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc. recently announced the hiring of Ruediger Hausherr as senior medical device executive for the company’s Europe, Middle East and Africa markets. According to a company press release, Hausherr brings more than 20 years of experience to…
Ekso Bionics hires senior medical device executive for Europe, Middle East, Africa markets
Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc. recently announced the hiring of Ruediger Hausherr as senior medical device executive for the company’s Europe, Middle East and Africa markets. According to a company press release, Hausherr brings more than 20 years of experience to…
Now or Never: Time to Comply With ICD-10
After two postponements, ICD-10 went into effect Oct. 1. Here is what O&P practices need to do for a smooth transition.
Now or Never: Time to Comply With ICD-10
After two postponements, ICD-10 went into effect Oct. 1. Here is what O&P practices need to do for a smooth transition.
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $200,000 VA adaptive sports grant
Paralyzed Veterans of America recently announced it has received a $200,000 adaptive sports grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs for its sports and recreation program. It is one of 89 programs to receive a grant. “These are vital funds…
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $200,000 VA adaptive sports grant
Paralyzed Veterans of America recently announced it has received a $200,000 adaptive sports grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs for its sports and recreation program. It is one of 89 programs to receive a grant. “These are vital funds…