Lower Extremity Review
ShearBan is a patented, low-friction, self-adhesive material that neutralizes friction and shear forces that contribute to the formation of diabetic foot ulcers, blisters, hot spots, and calluses. Conventional treatments commonly involve applying temporary solutions to the skin itself. Instead, ShearBan provides months of lasting protection by adhering directly to the problem areas of the…
DARCO’s Body Armor® PFA Walker is designed for healing following partial foot amputation. Specifically engineered for post-surgical healing after partial foot amputation, this interim orthosis offers reliable protection, stability, and comfort throughout the recovery process. This lightweight, durable walker features an integrated air pump for even pressure distribution and a soft, breathable lining within…
KT Health Soothe Magnesium Cream harnesses the power of lavender and magnesium to provide holistic wellness and multipurpose pain management for active individuals and athletes. It delivers soothing pain relief for sore muscles with the added benefit of Arnica Montana for anti-inflammatory support. Key ingredients include magnesium, lavender essential oils, arnica, aloe, shea butter, vitamin e, and…
The Neural Sleeve 2, an advanced non-invasive technology for supporting mobility, facilitates muscle re-education to help rewire walking for people living with neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, stroke, and other diagnoses such as muscle spasms/spasticity. Powered by Cionic’s artificial intelligence–driven MultiStim technology, it is the first and…
The redesigned Balega UltraGlide with LYCRA® Dry sock is constructed with a combination of the brand’s signature moisture-wicking Drynamix yarn and LYCRA Dry fibers to deliver a technically advanced sock for runners. Drynamix is a high-performance fiber with moisture-wicking and cooling properties built into the structure of the yarn, so the performance benefits are permanent.
HEAL: Your Recovery Blueprint with 100+ Healing Recipes for Injury & Surgery is a nutritional guide written by oculoplastic surgeon Kami Parsa, MD, that provides patients with a clear, science-based plan for faster, stronger recovery. Dr. Parsa’s experience after recovering from major heart surgery, combined with extensive clinical research, inspired him to create HEAL.
Trulife has been awarded the 2025 Hanger Partner Award for Operational Performance at Hanger Live 2026, recognizing excellence in electronic data interchange transaction accuracy and consistently high on-time delivery performance. The recognition carries particular significance given Hanger’s position in orthotic and prosthetic patient care, known for its clinical network and commitment to…
Spinal cord injury (SCI) rostral to the lumbar locomotor center disrupts communication between the brain and the spinal circuits that control leg movements, leading to paraplegia. A research team led by Dr. Yukio Nishimura of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science (TMIMS), Japan, in collaboration with Dr. Toshiki Tazoe and colleagues, has now demonstrated a novel…
Researchers at the Nagaland University in India have identified a naturally occurring plant compound called Sinapic acid, a naturally occurring antioxidant found in various edible plants, as a powerful therapeutic agent that can significantly enable wound healing in patients with diabetes. Their study demonstrated that oral administration of Sinapic acid can accelerate diabetic…
Athletes are 2.5 times more likely than the general public to develop nail fungus, according to a study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. The condition can disrupt training, change performance, and end careers. However, until now, no thorough study has examined how nail fungus affects various sports. Toward this end, Case Western Reserve University and…
In Elisa Arch’s Orthotics and Prosthetics for Enhanced Mobility Lab, at the University of Delaware (UD), Newark, students are exploring how a specially designed ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) from medical device start-up Biomotum, Portland, Oregon, can help people with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) regain mobility. The device, used alongside sensors, is tested on a split-belt treadmill, allowing…
An artificial intelligence (AI)–powered tool helped patients make more confident, personalized decisions about knee replacement surgery–and led to better outcomes months later–according to a new study from researchers at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs) recently released a final revision to the Knee Orthoses Local Coverage Determination (LCD) and corresponding Policy Article, which take effect January 25, 2026.
Decubitus ulcers can be a persistent and serious challenge, particularly in patients with diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, neuropathy, stroke, and other conditions that impair circulation and sensation. These ulcers can result in prolonged healing times, infection, reduced quality of life and amputation. Effective prevention and management strategies require interventions that…
McCormick et al1 have described surgical interventions to restore ankle range of motion (ROM) due to foot drop and physicians conducted a thorough review of and outcomes of these different approaches. Throughout the article, the focus was on restoring to neutral or zero degrees of ankle dorsiflexion in hopes of not having to use ankle foot orthosis (AFO).
By Dr. Jennifaye V. Brown
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