Lower Extremity Review
Two members of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association (NYSPMA) Foundation were recognized in January for outstanding achievements at NY17, the group’s Podiatric Clinical Conference and Exhibition.
The Washington, DC-based American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA) in February unveiled a commemorative website, AOPA100.org, as part of the association’s yearlong celebration of its 100th anniversary. The website features AOPA’s history, an interactive timeline, photo gallery, personal stories from AOPA members, and AOPA’s plans for the future.
The global orthopedic brace market is expected to reach $4.3 billion by 2020, at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 5% from 2015 to 2020, according to data published in January by Frampton, UK-based BioPortfolio Reports.
Grand Junction, CO-based Avex announced in January that it has secured $7.6 million in Series A financing to fund its Q1 launch of Footbeat, an insole designed to increase circulation through cyclic pressure applied to the arch of the foot.
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.
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…
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 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…
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.
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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