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Year: 2017

PEL becomes distributor of Encore Propel cushion, locking liners

March 20, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

PEL LLC is now the exclusive distributor of Encore prosthetic gel liners, the company announced. According to a press release, the Encore Propel gel liners are made with high cushion thermoplastic gel, and enriched with medical grade mineral oil. Further,…

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Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team names Jim Abbott honorary chair of its kids camp

March 17, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

The Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team has named former Major League Baseball pitcher and Olympic gold medalist Jim Abbott as the 2017 honorary chairman of its alumni kids camp, according to a press release. The Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team…

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Ottobock acquires BionX Medical Technologies

March 17, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

Ottobock HealthCare has acquired BionX Medical Technologies Inc., a Boston-based prosthetic foot and ankle producer, according to a company press release. BionX is the developer of the emPOWER Ankle, a device that “replaces the function of the muscles and tendons…

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Amputee Coalition to host legislative education event

March 16, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

The Amputee Coalition will host Hill Day, a legislative education event, in April to coincide with Limb Loss Awareness Month, according to a press release. The event is scheduled for April 25-26, with visits to Capitol Hill to take place…

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Myomo Inc. announces Regulation A+ initial public offering

March 15, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

Myomo Inc. has announced a Regulation A+ initial public offering that allows investors to invest in the company, according to a press release. According to the release, Myomo’s non-invasive technology, licensed from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, offers individuals with…

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Create O&P, Vorum partner to offer in-house 3-D printing solution for clinics

March 14, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

Create O&P, a company that has developed an O&P-specific 3-D printer, has partnered with Vorum to offer an in-house 3-D printing solution for North American providers of custom prostheses, according to a company press release. Vorum provides computer-aided design and…

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Patients test new microprocessor feet, knees at Mobility Clinic

March 13, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

EDISON, N.J. — At a recent Technology Day event at Mobility Clinic Prosthetics and Orthotics, patients were given the opportunity to test new microprocessor prosthetic devices aimed at providing increased stability while traversing ramps, stairs and uneven surfaces. “We have…

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Watson: New students, education requirements will improve O&P

March 10, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

CHICAGO — Young students entering the profession, new education requirements, and emergent technology are reasons to be excited about the future of O&P, according to Brad Watson, BOCO, BOCP, LPO, owner of Clarksville Limb & Brace and Rehab, in Tennessee.…

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Kingsley: O&P profession offers new products

March 9, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

CHICAGO — Regarding the future of O&P, Jeffry Kingsley, owner of Kingsley Manufacturing, said he is excited about new products, as well as meeting new practitioners. “As an exhibitor, I am most excited to see the booths and all the…

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Jain: Reimbursement is the biggest issue facing O&P

March 9, 2017 Terense KempUncategorized

CHICAGO — The most important issue facing the O&P profession is the reimbursement environment, Rakesh Jain, CPO, LPO, of Mobility Clinic and Ideal Health Care, said at the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium. He…

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