BOSTON — A novel design could improve the fit of prosthetic sockets, according to study results presented at the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, here. Stefania Fatone, PhD, BPO(Hons), associate professor at the Northwestern University-Prosthetics Orthotics Center, presented the…
Month: September 2016
Microprocessor-controlled prosthetic feet show improved gait in users
BOSTON — Data presented at the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly showed results of a biomechanical evaluation on current microprocessor-controlled prosthetic feet. Björn Altenburg Dipl.-Ing.(FH), said “the purpose was to find differences or benefits in gait performance, such…
AOPA National Assembly kicks off with opening session
BOSTON — The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association National Assembly began, here, with opening remarks from James Campbell, PhD, CO, FAAOP, president of the organization. He emphasized the importance of being involved in O&P research and advocating for funding, as…