Lower Extremity Review
A randomized double-blind trial published in April in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that drinking a protein blend of soy, casein, and whey after resistance workouts extends duration of amino acid delivery to the vastus lateralis muscle compared with a single-source protein drink.
A joint committee of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) in April awarded Daniel Herman, MD, PhD, its 2014 ACSM Foundation-AMSSM Foundation Clinical Research Grant.
The Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC), based in Owings Mills, MD, announced in April some key management changes to facilitate integration of its certification and accreditation departments and create a consolidated approach to credentialing.
The University of Calgary in Canada will celebrate the retirement of internationally known biomechanist Benno M. Nigg, Drscnat, Drhc, at its International Calgary Running Symposium, scheduled for August 14-17.
Fremont, CA-based AlterG is now offering a referral program for practitioners who use the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill in their physical therapy clinics.
Plymouth, MA-based Harvest Technologies is following up favorable pilot study results with a larger trial of its of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate product for treatment in patients with critical limb ischemia (CLI).
Hersco Ortho Labs announces that it has a new line of Tri Lam custom foot orthoses with several material choices. Tri Lam technology layers materials of different durometers, allowing the practitioner to vary…
Euro International, now successfully operating as Streifeneder USA, announces the launch of the AK-Suspender. Designed for use with a transfemoral prosthesis, the suspender’s high-tech style and…
JMS Plastics Supply has added sloped blockers to its growing family of materials and supplies for milling machines used in computer-aided design and manufacturing.
Ottobock announces two new products: the Skeo 3D liner and the MagnoFlex lock. The Skeo 3D is a silicone prosthetic liner that introduces Anatomy Specific Geometry (ASG) technology, which reflects the complexity of the lower leg anatomy and…
Hely & Weber introduces the Shields II hinged brace, which maintains the multiuse dynamic control features of the original Shields Brace but is lower profile, lighter weight, and more breathable.
ComfortFit Orthotic Labs announces a partnership with Redi-Thotics whereby the Max and Flex products will be added to ComfortFit’s comprehensive line of prefabricated orthotic devices.
Cascade Dafo’s popular line of prefabricated Fast Fit foot orthoses has a new streamlined look. HotDog, PattiBob, and Chipmunk shoe inserts now feature a breathable blue fabric covering, designed to improve durability while keeping feet cool and comfortable.
Sigvaris is proud to introduce a new collection of compression socks designed exclusively for men. From a day at the office to a night on the town, Midtown Microfiber socks offer a comfortable compression option for men who care about keeping their legs healthy.
KidZerts announces a new footwear product for children, the KidZerts Klute Arch Support Sandal, which is designed to help align the lower extremities for improved posture and balance.
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