Lower Extremity Review
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often have a greatly increased risk of falling and injuring themselves even when they feel they’re able to walk normally. Now a team led by scientists from The University of North Carolina (UNC) Chapel Hill School of Medicine has…
Prosthetic solution provider WillowWood, Mount Sterling, OH, announced that Craig Higgins is the company’s new chief financial officer. His focus will be on financial planning, operating budgets, and decision support analysis to guide the leadership team with investments and…
SubioMed, Bloomington, MN, the inventor/developer of Suspension Biomechanics technology addressing elements of gait and balance, announced that the company’s chief executive officer and co-founder, Patrick Kullman, has also been appointed chairman of its board.
Össur, Foothill Ranch, CA, has purchased the rights to proprietary design and visualization software used in the shape capture, design, and manufacture of orthoses and prostheses (O&P) from Standard Cyborg, San Francisco, CA, a privately held startup company that develops computer vision tools.
WaveLife Energy Cell is a new, wearable, and all-natural application for reducing chronic pain. It uses an advanced form of frequency therapy, which clinical studies have shown to be effective.
Arthrosurface has launched its SpiralUp TCL Allograft System, which is designed for adult and adolescent patients suffering from talocalcaneal instability, peritalar subluxation, and other injuries resulting in instability in the subtalar joint.
New from Mastercare, the Swedish Backcare System, is the Mini-Mini therapy table. The foldable, portable, and affordable table is recommended by specialists for youth athletes and for traveling when daily traction is needed.
Injinji, innovator of the patented 5-toe-sleeve Performance Toesock, announced the launch of its Everyday Upcycled collection. The new, limited-edition collection incorporates a sustainable design and an upcycled fabric blend.
Kinetic Research has taken all the proprietary features of its Noodle AFO and enhanced the design and functionality to create the customizable Nano AFO and Nano Anterior AFO.
The MultiMotion Hip Abduction System from Allard is a nighttime treatment for correctable pediatric hip contractures. The system consists of two components: the MultiMotion Corrective Joint and the Abduction Bars.
Tuli’s So Soft Heel Cups from Medi-Dyne are designed to provide relief for common ailments such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, shin splints, and general heel pain and discomfort.
KLM Laboratories continues to use innovation to help footcare practitioners meet the ever-changing podiatric needs of patients with the introduction of the eTech_Rx, a new, cost-efficient custom prescription orthotic device.
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The easy-to-use OPTP Pro-Slant is a high-quality rehabilitation and exercise tool designed for stretching and strengthening feet and lower legs. The product is indicated to help treat and prevent plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, shin splints, Achilles tendinitis, and other lower leg and foot problems, including overuse syndromes and post-surgery contraction.
Allard USA’s CROSS knee orthosis is indicated when mild to moderate knee hyperextension is present due to neuromuscular disease or injuries. The cross on the back stabilizes knee hyperextension. There are no buckles or straps to interfere with the composite orthosis.
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