For many years, the O&P profession has grappled with the challenges of an outdated payment model that does not always support the provision of care necessary for the best patient outcomes. O&P professionals routinely justify low margins on some delivered…
Category: Cover Stories
January/ February 2019 Cover Story: Compliance Monitoring for Scoliosis Brace Treatment
Compliance Monitoring for Scoliosis Brace Treatment By Jennifer Johansson, MS The goal of brace treatment for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is to stop the progression of the curve as bracing does not typically reduce the degree of the…
November/ December Cover Story: Repositioning Therapy of a Cranial Orthosis? It’s a Clinical Decision
Digital Edition Several recent studies suggest that cranial remolding orthotic (CRO) treatment is more effective than repositioning alone for infants who have a diagnosis of a deformational head shape. Learn about the recommended age for CRO intervention, results from CRO…
September/ October 2018 Cover Story: C-Fab Solutions
C-Fab Solutions Tips for utilizing central fabrication in your clinical practice to enhance your operations By Renee Lewis, BSE, CO, CPA Central fabrication (c-fab) facilities are an excellent resource for fulfilling the custom fabrication needs of orthotic and prosthetic clinicians.…
August 2018 Cover Story: The Importance of Wound Care for Limb Loss Patients
The Importance of Wound Care for Limb Loss Patients Knowledge of proper treatment of wounds is essential for both health-care professionals and O&P patients. Individuals who experience limb loss must undergo several stages of wound healing. During the process, these…