Kupio, Finland-based Bone Index in January received 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration for its second-generation point-of-care device for osteoporosis diagnosis.
Bone Index device gets FDA clearance
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2017
Lower Extremity Review
Dr. Harvey’s Herbal Motion
Dr. Harvey’s Herbal Motion is a new cream developed by New York orthopedic surgeon Harvey Manes, MD, to help soothe aches and pains with all natural ingredients as an alternative to anti-inflammatory drugs and chemical-based creams. The formula includes capsaicin…
PDE Orthosis From Fabtech
Fabtech Systems offers the new PDE (posterior dynamic element) Orthosis, an advanced below-knee composite orthosis utilizing the PDE modular composite spring system for a range of orthotic applications including ankle and calf weakness.
Abeo Biomechanical Footwear
Abeo biomechanical footwear promotes comfort, mobility, and overall health and wellness, along with classic footwear designs. Product lines include B.I.O.system (stands for built-in orthotics) sandals and shoes, AeroSystem athletic performance footwear…
Support the Foot Quick Tape
New from Support the Foot is Quick Tape, a one-piece foot tape that offers a convenient alternative to low Dye taping. Clinicians can now ditch the scissors, adhesive spray, and different sizes of tape for one easy and efficient Quick Tape application.
STS Trans-Tibial Molding Sock
The STS Company has announced the addition of a new molding sock to its family of casting materials. The Trans-Tibial sock, developed as a part of a postoperative rigid dressing system introduced recently in Australia, is suited for obtaining a negative…
Tetra-Flex Clip-Free Bandage
Tetra announces the Tetra-Flex CF (clip free) Woven Elastic Bandage. Tetra-Flex CF is a premium weave of Spandex and selected long-staple cotton providing maximum compression and durability, and its new self-closure system now makes it easy to apply and…
SPIO Lower Body Orthosis
The SPIO Lower Body Orthosis is designed to assist with gait and stability in pediatric patients with spastic diplegia, hypotonia, Down syndrome, ataxia, autism, and sensory processing disorder, as well as other diagnoses. The specially milled fabric is lightweight…
Anti-embolism Stockings
Sigvaris offers a new generation of anti-embolism stockings to help prevent deep venous thrombosis and provide the benefits of graduated compression for patients transitioning from recovery to early rehabilitation. Available in calf-length and…
Travel Shoes for Spring & Summer
Arcopedico USA introduces new fun and flirty travel shoes for Spring/Summer 2017, designed to be packable, lightweight, breathable, and circulation-supporting. The new Stripe shoe is a ballerina-style slip-on with a sculpted satin/cotton upper in a…
Catalyst-Propel Knee OA Brace
Designed to reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis and increase stability, the Catalyst-Propel OA prioritizes patient comfort to help maximize compliance and outcomes. The Catalyst-Propel OA’s defining features are its dual Q-hinges, which enable adjustment of overall…
VibraCool Vibrational Cryotherapy
VibraCool Vibrational Cryotherapy is a wearable, FDA-cleared pain relief device that provides simple, serious relief for iliotibial band pain, plantar fasciitis, osteoarthritis, and other acute and overuse injuries. VibraCool’s Cool-Pulse technology leverages the…
MD Orthopaedics ADM Brace
MD Orthopaedics introduces the Abduction Dorsiflexion Mechanism (ADM), a new generation of foot abduction bracing for babies and children with clubfoot and other conditions that result in equinovarus or supination. The ADM enables new bracing strategies…
3D PRINTING OF FOOT ORTHOSES: Clinical feasibility and cost-benefit analyses
Several technical issues currently limit the cost effectiveness of 3D-printing custom foot orthoses, but these will likely be addressed in the near future with the emergence of larger and faster 3D printers.
By Steven Hoeffner, PhD; Timothy Pruett; Breanne Przestrzelski, MS; Brian Kaluf, CP; Nikki Hooks, CO; Katelyn Ragland; Shannon Hall; Kyle Walker; Dan Ballard, CPed; and John DesJardins, PhD
Does history of running protect against knee OA?
Running may increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis (OA) onset or progression for some people, but in many others the knees will be safe during running; in such individuals, the benefits of physical activity can positively affect weight management and other means of reducing OA risk.
By Nicole M. Cattano, PhD, LAT, ATC; and Jeffrey B. Driban, PhD, ATC, CSCS
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