In a study that debuted at the National Athletic Trainers Association virtual meeting and was subsequently published later, a multidisciplinary team of clinicians sought to analyze the effects of visual gait biofeedback along with impairment-based rehabilitation on gait biomechanics in a group of patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI).
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An Update on Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Part II
This 2-part series examines the current state of peripheral artery disease. Part 1, which appeared in the August issue, focused on disease burden, risk factors, and clinical presentation. This article reviews diagnostic tools and current management recommendations.
By Aisha Cobbs, PhD
A CUSTOM AFO MADE TO FIT YOUR PATIENT’S NEEDS
Lightweight, durable, and stable, the Ottobock custom carbon ankle foot orthosis (CCAFO) provides dynamic support during even the most demanding activities. The CCAFO is fully customized to your patient’s height, weight, and activity level, with a molded-to-you inner boot and adjustable foot and calf straps.
FIRST-EVER RESEARCH NETWORK TACKLES DFU COMPLICATIONS
Six research institutions are launching the first-ever multicenter network to study diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), which are the leading cause of lower-limb amputations in the United States. The Diabetic Foot Consortium (DFC) aims to lay the foundation for a clinical trial network to test how to improve diabetic wound healing…
ACTIVATOR MOBILITY AND REHABILITATION POLES
Urban Poling’s evidence-based ACTIVATOR poles were designed by an occupational therapist and gerontologist specifically for rehabilitation and long-term conditions. This patented design enhances strengthening, stability, and off-loading with your clients’ safety in mind.
STROLLN THERAPEUTIC SHOE BY COYOTE
Strolln by Coyote is a therapeutic mobility shoe that was designed with patented retractable rollers to provide easier toe clearance for patients with foot drop. It is priced appropriately for patients to start using it immediately in therapy.
UT SOUTHWESTERN SCIENTISTS DEVELOP COOLING INSOLE
A new cooling insole developed by University of Texas Southwestern (UT Southwestern) scientists reduced the foot temperature of patients with diabetic neuropathy by several degrees, diminishing a significant risk factor for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).
KNEEKG: KNEE KINESIOGRAPHY EXAM
KneeKG by Emovi is a novel, regulatory-cleared, in-clinic assessment tool used to conduct a knee kinesiography, which evaluates knee functional deficiencies linked to patients’ symptoms or future orthopedic disease progression.
ÖSSUR’S PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APP FOR DMEPOS
Össur’s streamlined version of its Empower program provides comprehensive workflow and practice-management solutions for providers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies and O&P practices. It is now available via an app that is compatible with both Apple- and Android-based smartphones.
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