Author: Terense Kemp

The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics Inc., announced an increase in the number of exams given each year beginning in 2013 due to a rising number of candidates for certification, according to a press release. All…

Physical inactivity and lack of exercise are preventable causes of morbidity and mortality known for a number of diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. By recognizing physical inactivity and lack of exercise as a syndrome or…

Hector Picard became the first double arm amputee to complete the Ironman U.S. Championship in New York City Saturday, Aug. 11. Picard, who ran the race on behalf of the I Will Foundation, raced through a 2.4 mile swim, 112…

Patrick Logan, CPO, was appointed as the new vice president of operations and development for the Mary Free Bed Orthotics and Prosthetics program in Grand Rapids, Mich., according to a press release. Patrick Logan   Logan brings nearly 2 decades…

Oscar Pistorius and his South African teammates finished eighth in the 4×400-meter relay final held today at the Olympics in London. The South Africa team had a time of 3:03.4, placing them eighth in the event. Earlier today, Pistorius tweeted,…

Oscar Pistorius and his South African teammates are moving to the 1,600 meter relay final at the Olympics after a collision in the opening round on Thursday made them miss their chance, according to the Associated Press. A Kenyan runner…

Rx Textiles Inc., reached an agreement with Trulife to own, manufacture and sell the Trulife PVA product line to new and existing customers through its subsidiary, SPT Technology, according to a press release. “The acquisition of the Trulife PVA product…

In a study of male health professionals, weight training was associated with a reduced risk for type 2 diabetes. However, combined weight training and aerobic exercise demonstrated a greater risk reduction, according to a recent study published in the Archives…

Ottobock announced the promotion of two of its employees, Matt Swiggum and Kathy Schuerman. Matt Swiggum Kathey Schuerman Swiggum will continue to support the rehab market with investments and strong leadership as the new vice president of mobility solutions for…

Otto Bock HealthCare has opened the London 2012 Passion for Paralympics exhibition at the Westfield London Shopping Center, London, according to a press release. Developed to raise awareness of the Paralympics, sports and competing sportsmen and women at the London…