Category Archives: MarketMechanics
February 2017
Viamet antifungal appears effective, safe
Research Triangle Park, NC-based Viamet Pharmaceuticals in January reported positive results from its Phase 2b randomized controlled trial of VT-1161 for onychomycosis of the large toenail. VT-1161 is a novel, once-weekly, oral antifungal drug. Continue reading
February 2017
McGirt joins Össur’s knee OA campaign
Foothill Ranch, CA-based Össur in February launched a public education campaign on knee osteoarthritis (OA) featuring professional golfer William McGirt. Continue reading
February 2017
Birkenstock brings vegan sandals to US
Novato, CA-based Birkenstock USA in January introduced vegan footwear, previously available only in Europe, to US markets. Continue reading
February 2017
Apligraf alters genomics of chronic wounds
Science Translational Medicine on January 4 epublished randomized clinical trial results showing Organogenesis’s bioengineered living-cell wound-healing therapy demonstrated a significant change in the genomic profile of treated nonhealing venous leg ulcers (VLUs) compared with standard care. Continue reading
February 2017
Hanger prosthetist teaches AFO design
A prosthetist from Austin, TX-based Hanger in January volunteered his knowledge to a Missouri middle school project that had students designing cardboard and foam ankle brace prototypes that could be used by patients with spastic hemiplegia. Continue reading
February 2017
ACFAS installs 2017 officers and board
The Chicago-based American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) in February installed its 2017-2018 officers and board of directors during the national surgical society’s 75th Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas. Continue reading
February 2017
GE Healthcare, NBA call for proposals
Chicago-based GE Healthcare and the National Basketball Association (NBA) in January announced four newly selected research initiatives and issued a call for a third round of research proposals focused on bone stress injuries for the organizations’ Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Collaboration. Continue reading
February 2017
OPAF announces 2017 board, sponsor
The Charlotte, NC-based Orthotic & Prosthetic Activities Foundation (OPAF) in January welcomed two new board members for fiscal year 2017. Continue reading
February 2017
NYSPMA draws 2K for podiatric event
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. Continue reading
February 2017
AOPA celebrates its 100th anniversary
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. Continue reading
February 2017
2020 global brace mkt estimated at $4.3B
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. Continue reading
February 2017
Avex raises $7.6M for Footbeat launch
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. Continue reading
February 2017
Bone Index device gets FDA clearance
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. Continue reading
January 2017
AAOP names new executive director, invests in O&P research initiatives
The Washington DC-based American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP) announced in December its appointment of Chellie Hollis Blondes as executive director. Blondes has more than 25 years of management experience in the nonprofit healthcare industry and has served as… Continue reading
January 2017
Data back AposTherapy device for hip OA
Israeli researchers reported in January that New York, NY-based AposTherapy’s biomechanical shoe-like device, which modulates center of pressure during walking, was associated with improved gait measures and quality of life (QOL) in a yearlong longitudinal study of patients with hip osteoarthritis. Continue reading
January 2017
AAOS to launch open access journal
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) reported in December that it is accepting submissions for its new online-only journal, JAAOS: Global Research & Reviews, which will serve as an open access companion title to the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). Continue reading
January 2017
Pedorthic org calls for scholarship bids
The Beaver Dam, WI-based Pedorthic Foundation in December announced that its scholarships for pedorthic education and training for students and continuing education for credentialed pedorthists and retail footwear professionals are open for application. Continue reading
January 2017
DJO Global appoints Shirley president, CEO
San Diego-based DJO Global in November appointed Brady Shirley president and CEO, succeeding Mike Mogul. Shirley most recently served as the president of DJO’s surgical business and was previously CEO and director of Innovative… Continue reading
January 2017
Cefalu to lead ADA science, medicine
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) in January appointed William T. Cefalu, MD, its chief scientific and medical officer (CSMO) and reported the renowned physician, educator, and researcher will begin serving in this role on February 20. He replaces Robert E. Ratner, MD, who retired on December 31 after serving as CSMO for nearly five years. Continue reading
January 2017
16th ISPO congress set for Cape Town
The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) reported in December that its 16th World Congress is slated for May 8-11 in Cape Town, South Africa. “Assistive technology for all” is the motto for the biennial event, which this year will… Continue reading
January 2017
Freedom’s Carkhuff joins COPA board
Irvine, CA-based Freedom Innovations in November announced that Maynard Carkhuff, its vice chair and chief innovation officer, was elected to the California Orthotic & Prosthetic Association’s (COPA’s) board of directors at that organization’s annual meeting in San Francisco. Continue reading
January 2017
BOC board announces 2017 officers
The Owings Mills, MD-based Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) announced in January that it has elected its 2017 executive committee and made two additions to its board. Continue reading
January 2017
Wiley, ASBMR journal open for submissions
Hoboken, NJ-based John Wiley and Sons and The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) in January opened submissions for its new open access peer-reviewed publication, JBMR Plus. Continue reading
January 2017
Algeos forecasts strong growth in 2017
Medical products specialist Algeos, headquartered in Liverpool, UK, reported on December 28 that the business had achieved a turnover of £11.2 million and profit before tax of £400,000 during the last 12 months and predicted turnover will grow to at least £11.8 million during 2017. Continue reading
January 2017
Dr. Comfort shoe improves foot pressure
Biomechanists from the UK reported in January that an off-the-shelf medical grade shoe made by Mequon, WI-based Dr. Comfort was associated with increased comfort and reduced forefoot pressure compared with participants’ preferred shoes. Continue reading
