The Alexandria, VA-based American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) on February 10 announced the members of a Scientific Advisory Panel to oversee its Physical Therapy Outcomes Registry.
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Justin Blair, ING finalize distribution deal
Chicago-based Justin Blair in February completed an exclusive distribution agreement with Hickory, NC-based ING Source, manufacturer of the Foot Gym and orthopedic compression products, including the Orthosleeve.
Fitness pros join fight against chronic disease
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Medical Fitness Association (MFA), and American Council on Exercise (ACE) on February 23 announced a major new effort called the Exercise is Medicine (EIM) Solution at National Press Club in Washington DC. The effort is part of the ongoing EIM global initiative the ACSM launched in 2008.
ConforMis introduces knee system
Bedford, MA-based ConforMis undertook the full commercial launch of its customized posterior-stabilized (PS) knee replacement system on March 2 at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting in Orlando, FL.
AAOS supports local playground build
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) on March 1 joined the City of Kissimmee, FL, Central Avenue Elementary School, local residents, and organizers from Community Vision and KaBoom! to build a new community playground at Central Avenue Elementary.
ABC gives $100K for pedorthic research
The American Board for Certification on Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (BOC) in December gave the Pedorthic Foundation $100,000.
Ottobock opens orthotic business unit
Austin, TX-based Ottobock’s customers in January began getting support from the company’s new business unit and sales organization dedicated to orthotics.
Foot and ankle surgeons name officers and board of directors at annual meeting
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) on February 12 installed its 2016-2017 board of directors at the organization’s 74th Annual Scientific Conference in Austin, TX.
Guidelines address diabetic foot ulcer care
The American Podiatric Medical Association and the Society for Vascular Medicine in February published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery new recommendations for five key aspects of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) care.
Spenco acquires Canadian distributor
Spenco announced in January its acquisition of a Canadian distributor, Spenco Canada. Spenco Canada, which operated independently for more than 20 years, is now under the umbrella of Spenco’s North American headquarters in Waco, TX, as a wholly owned subsidiary.
AAOP webinar teaches evidence use
The American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists (AAOP) in December released a webinar designed to help practitioners understand systematic reviews and bridge the gap between evidence and practice.
Study supports Vionic sandal for heel pain
A contoured sandal made by San Francisco, CA-based Vionic is as effective for relieving heel pain symptoms as an in-shoe orthosis with a similar footbed and more effective than a flat sandal, according to an Australian randomized controlled trial.
AAOS issues guidance on TKR, hip fracture and rehab, OCD knee in kids
The Rosemont, IL-based American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) in December released updated clinical practice guidelines on surgical management of knee osteoarthritis, as well as several appropriate use criteria (AUC).
NY Orthopedic Manufacturing opens
Vadim Yatsunsky and Sergey Prokhorov, former general manager and production manager, respectively, of Brooklyn, NY-based American Orthopedic Manufacturing Corporation, have opened an orthopedic laboratory in the Bronx, NY.
DRFOP offers online Capabilities archive
The Digital Resource Foundation for the Orthotics & Prosthetics Community, popularly known as DRFOP.org, in December added the 22-year Capabilities archive to its database.
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