Targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) surgery, coupled with a new externally powered elbow prosthesis called the Dynamic Arm TMR, allows for simultaneous control of the elbow, hand and wrist joints for upper extremity amputees. TMR surgery, pioneered by Todd Kuiken, MD,…
Author: Terense Kemp
Cyber Criminals Expose Small Business’ Vulnerability to Data Breaches
As large corporations enhance their information data security, cyber
criminals take aim at small- to mid-sized businesses.
Pediatric Amputations Cost $21.6 Million in 2003
An estimated 956 children and adolescents experienced traumatic amputation-associated hospitalizations in 2003, resulting in 3,967 days — and $21.6 million — lost to hospitalization, according to new study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy in…
The Lesser Known Roosevelt
A distant cousin of the better-known Teddy and Franklin, George
Washington Roosevelt, too, left a mark on American and world history.
Disadvantaged Preschoolers Struggle with Basic Motor Skills
Disadvantaged urban preschoolers are not only at risk for failure in the classroom – they are likely to struggle on playgrounds and athletic fields as well, research suggests. A new study found that more than eight out of 10 disadvantaged…
Signals Crossed
Make a statement and communicate it clearly to avoid confusion.
Heaven on Earth
Cecelia Cox, CPed, provides patient education and understanding in her
pedorthic care.
An Independent Life
Born without arms or legs, Nicole Browder, with the help of her
prosthetist, has found a new way to shape her world.
Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. Reports Increase for the First Quarter 2010
Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. announced net sales of $178.3 million for the quarter that ended March 31, an increase of $9.2 million, or 5.4%, from $169.1 million in the prior year. The $9.2 million, or 5.4%, sales increase was primarily…
Play Nice: Child-Friendly Business Practices
Pediatrics offers O&P practitioners an opportunity to mold achild’s life, as well as add a profitable element to businesses.
