Researchers have identified a novel family of chemical mediators that restore the reparative functions of macrophages so they can resolve inflammation and heal wounds. Researchers discovered molecules called Maresin-Ls, which promote wound healing and reduce inflammation, are produced by leukocytes…
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New prosthetic fabrication technique offers improved efficiency
LAS VEGAS — Braiding is a more efficient technique for prosthetic socket design than current fabrication methods, according to a speaker at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly, here. Dennis Clark Dennis Clark, CPO, founder and president of…
New prosthetic fabrication technique offers improved efficiency
LAS VEGAS — Braiding is a more efficient technique for prosthetic socket design than current fabrication methods, according to a speaker at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly, here. Dennis Clark Dennis Clark, CPO, founder and president of…
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking
LAS VEGAS — Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with idiopathic toe walking, according to research presented here at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly. Mark Geil Mark Geil, PhD, director of the…
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking
LAS VEGAS — Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with idiopathic toe walking, according to research presented here at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly. Mark Geil Mark Geil, PhD, director of the…
More mobile apps for prosthetic care will emerge in near future
LAS VEGAS — New mobile apps that could aid clinicians and patients in the O&P industry are being developed and will be available in the near future, according to a speaker at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly,…
More mobile apps for prosthetic care will emerge in near future
LAS VEGAS — New mobile apps that could aid clinicians and patients in the O&P industry are being developed and will be available in the near future, according to a speaker at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly,…
Documentation a key element of compliance for O&P business owners
LAS VEGAS — Documentation is key in the effort to improve processes and compliance, according to James Lawson, outreach development manager for the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics. “You do this every day. This is your…
Speaker: Embrace change to improve business
LAS VEGAS — O&P practitioners need to be ready to embrace change, according to a speaker here at the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association National Assembly. Mike Mallaro Despite the challenges facing O&P businesses today, “the future is incredibly bright,”…
Amputee Coalition and OP Solutions to launch online prosthetist directory
LAS VEGAS — OP Solutions Inc. is building a prosthetist directory for the Amputee Coalition that will be ready to launch in about 3 months, Jason T. Kahle, MS, CPO, FAAOP, CEO of OP Solutions Inc., announced during the American…