Össur has updated its Empower practice management software to help CPOs, ASCs, physician practices and DMEPOS organizations comply with new, CMS-mandated Competitive Bidding requirements for knee and back braces that went into effect on January 1, the bracing and prosthetics provider reports.
The ability to fabricate custom adaptive products on-site saves time and money, while providing tailor-made benefits to clients, according to this feature for the Fall 2018 Rehab Management Product Directory, by Sandra Salinas, OTR/CHT.
James Button, a running enthusiast who regained his ability to run using orthotic braces made by Allard USA, has reportedly been added to the review board of the Dralla Foundation, a non-profit organization that was founded by Allard USA.
Improving quality of movement without compromising safety is a shared goal for patients and therapists.
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A new computer-aided prosthetics design and manufacturing system has recently been installed at Shriners Hospitals for Children – Northern California.
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Conditioning the body prior to surgery can improve outcomes in oncology cases. A specialist who works with the cancer patient population investigates the power of prehabilitation in treatment and survivorship. An in-depth report by Glenda Arcilla Borreo, PT.
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Conditioning the body prior to surgery or other physiologic and physical stresses can lead to more favorable outcomes in oncology cases. Prehabilitation fills this role in the cancer care continuum and survivorship. By Glenda Arcilla Borreo, PT, MHSc, CLT, ACSM EP-C, CCET.
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According to a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study, a new strategy that delivers noninvasive electrical stimulation to the spinal cord has reportedly helped enable five men with complete motor paralysis to voluntarily generate step-like movements.
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Figures from a recent report show in the United States only 10.5% of patients affected by osteoarthritis of the knee opted for surgery in 2013. The data indicates an opportunity for braces and bracing products in this treatment space.
Read MoreJournal of Pragmatic and Observational Research has published a study on multimodal treatment programs for OsteoArthritis of the knee. Arrowhead Health Centers of Arizona is home to the leading multimodal OsteoArthritis treatment program, offering patients an alternative to knee replacement and other invasive surgeries.
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Danco Medical Inc markets a knee brace designed to accommodate patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis (OA).
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A thumb CMC restriction splint intended to support the thumb CMC joint while allowing for full finger function is available through North Coast Medical Inc.
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Townsend Design markets a spinal brace engineered to offer support for a variety of spinal indications, including acute low back pain relief and postop support/stabilization.
Read MoreJanuary 20th 2014 our country celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This day we are reminded that we are our brother’s keeper.
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Bauerfeind USA markets a knee support designed to accommodate patients with slight instability, arthritis, and osteoarthritis of the knee.
Read MoreMedRisk has announced Phil McClure, PT, PhD, FAPTA, as vice president of Expert Clinical Benchmarks (ECB), its research and academic subsidiary.
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An overview of different taping types and their application in sports medicine. Brian J. Adams, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS In the world of competitive athletics, participants are on a continual search for optimal performance, injury prevention, and enhanced recovery. In sports medicine, clinicians are seeking tools to facilitate healing and restore normal, pain-free functional movement […]
Read MoreA new bill introduced in the House of Representatives designed to implement market-based pricing for home medical equipment and services such as wheelchairs, oxygen therapy, and other durable medical equipment and services, has recently been endorsed
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