CGS, the Jurisdiction B and C Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractor, created an Ankle-Foot/Knee-Ankle-Foot (AF/KAFO) Orthosis Documentation Checklist to help suppliers confirm they have all required documentation.
Lower Extremity Review
Researchers Developing Magnet-Based Prosthetic Control System
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) researchers have developed a sophisticated way to monitor and measure muscle movements using magnets, which they hope will make it easier for people with amputations to control their prostheses in a way that more closely mimics natural limb movement.
Thermal Neuromodulation Pain Management
The Soovu™ wearable thermal neuromodulation device was designed to relieve moderate to severe chronic, musculoskeletal, and menstrual pain. Patented HeatWave™ technology delivers pulsed heat at high temperatures to the skin safely and comfortably for effective, targeted pain…
Auto-Shiatsu Fitness Roller
The Serenity Roller offers self-rolling, auto-shiatsu massage to help with muscle warm-up, recovery, and relaxation. It is designed to ease sore, tender, and aching muscles and joints; to accelerate muscle recovery; and to provide relaxation and self-myofascial release.
Topical Analgesics
Parker Laboratories has expanded its analgesics line with the addition of its Helix CBD Therapy Cream, CBD Clinical Cream, and Tri-Active Therapy Cream to its Helix line. Manufactured in the U.S., and exclusively sold to consumers through chiropractors, physical therapists, fitness professionals, and other pain care…
RB8 Recumbent Bike
NuStep announced the launch of the RB8 Recumbent Bike, which features an inclusive design to accommodate users of varying fitness levels and functional abilities. It is also the third NuStep product to feature integrated sensor technology and real-time biofeedback.
Rechargeable, Portable, Pneumatic Compression Device
REVIVE™ is a rechargeable, portable, pneumatic compression device used to gently massage muscle tissues to promote lymphatic uptake, thereby removing inflammatory byproducts associated with hard workouts, extended periods of standing or sitting, and swelling.
Power Plate Insole
Forward Motion/JM Orthotics are excited to offer the Power Plate insole, providing doctors with a medical-grade prefabricated solution for their patients. The Power Plate insole is designed to assist propulsion and enhance performance by gathering and releasing kinetic energy with every step.
Copper-Enhanced Diabetic Socks
AVAL ACTIVE Diabetic socks protect feet by using drymax fiber technology, which mechanically lifts sweat off the skin, transferring it to the sock’s moisture-attracting outer layer, to provide a drier, more hygienic environment for the skin and toenails than do wet-wicking fiber socks. These socks also reduce or eliminate skin tears or blisters caused by wearing wet socks.
Stand2Walk Anatomically Designed Children’s Footwear
jbrds, a new children’s footwear brand anatomically designed to support foot structure and activity requirements at 4 distinct stages of a child’s physical development, has launched its first product line of Stand2Walk shoes for ages 9–18 months. The shoes were designed by podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon Jay LeBow, DPM.
SPRINTING TECHNIQUE & HAMSTRING STRAIN INJURIES
Knee Chondral Delaminations & Blisters
When a cartilage surface is damaged, it often occurs via a rotational movement with a force coming from the side or as a direct force. In this type of injury, the forces affect the different layers in the cartilage so that the greatest weakness lies in the layer between the calcified cartilage and other cartilage.
Risk Factors for Running-Related Lower Extremity Injuries
In a study of both trail and road runners, researchers from Belgium sought to investigate the risk factors for running-related injuries (RRIs). They conducted an online survey of 3,669 injured and noninjured runners. Injury was defined as pain of various kinds, without attention to its consequences on running practice.
Gait Parameters, Medications & Risk of Falls in Elderly
Falls are a leading cause of injury, hospitalization, and death among older adults due to a variety of factors, but 2 are key: 1) Changes to the medio-lateral margin of stability, pace, and base of support, which typically occur as part of the aging process; and 2) Increased use of multiple medications for a variety of chronic illnesses…
Balance Recovery Not Affected by Cognitive Task
Most of older adults’ falls are related to inefficient balance recovery after an unexpected loss of balance, i.e., postural perturbation. Effective balance recovery responses are crucial to prevent falls. Due to the considerable consequences of lateral falls and the high incidence of falls when walking, this study aimed to…
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