Innovations
ContourMed Scanning Technology: A New Option for Post-Mastectomy Patients
By Mimi San Pedro
Breast cancer survivors face countless challengesthrough the course of treatment for their disease. One of those,which has consequences that are more emotional than physical, isthe selection of a breast prosthesis following a mastectomy.Post-maste...
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Industry Leaders
Robert E. Arbogast–The Third Generation of Ohio Willow Wood Unfolds
By Jodi Mills
As a member of the third generation of a treasuredfamily business, Robert E. Arbogast, commonly referred to as "Bob",strives daily to fulfill his given role in continuing hisgrandfather's legacy. A modest and unassuming gentleman, he and thefamily...
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Got FAQs?
Got FAQs?
By Lisa Lake-Salmon
The future of your practice depends onknowledgeable billing and collection information. Understanding thefull aspect of billing guidlines and procedures will effectivelyincrease your reimbursement. This informative column will helpproviders and th...
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Global View
Young Prosthetists Enhance Skills in Ecuador
By Miki Fairley
“I learned to problem-solve without conventional means. It was like taking the textbook principles and applying them as far outside the box as possible...”
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Salute!
Ghanaian Helps Disabled Countrymen
By Miki Fairley
About 27 years ago, a young man was born in Ghanawith a short femur and knee dislocation in his right leg. This wasnot a great start in life, since in Ghana many, if not most,disabled persons are either hidden or abandoned by ashamedfamilies. In f...
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Profile
John E. Messer, CO
John E. Messer, CO ABC O&P Mobile, Alabama What is the best advice you've everreceived? Golden Rule--treat others like you would like tobe treated.
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Perspective
Where Should Our Focus Really Be?
By Tom DiBello, CO, LPO, FAAOP
As I sit down to write this editorial, the field is enveloped inyet another controversy. It will be interesting to see how thisABC/BOC battle plays out. In the 25 years that I have been in theprofession, there seems to have been one controversy af...
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Viewpoints
From the Editor: Hard Questions, No Easy Answers
By Miki Fairley
It's time to take a long look at the big picture. Where does O&P want to go? How can we make ithappen?
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Feature
Phantom Pain: Unlocking a Mystery
By Miki Fairley
An accomplished amateur athlete named John had lost his left arm just below the elbow. “When I play tennis, my phantom will do what it’s supposed to do,” John said. “It’ll want to throw the ball up when I serve or it will give me balance in a hard shot. It’s always trying to grab the phone. It even waves for the check in restaurants,” he laughed.
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Ohio Willow Wood recognizes that choice is not
always an option in prosthetic components; however, we have several
feature products in which we offer color choices specifically for
the amputee. We want to remind you that our Alpha®
Liners--the style of comfort, and the Ohio Willow Wood
Family of Feet--when it matters most, are
available with color options.
Most Alpha Liners are available in the widely
recognized green and gray fabric, as well as buff and medium
brown.
Ohio Willow Wood feet and foot shells are
available in buff, medium brown, and tan.
When it comes to choices and expressions of individuality, we
simply want to remind you to review your options.
For more information, contact:
Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com
The latest innovation from College Park
Industries, the Tribute Foot offers a simple,
valuable solution for the dysvascular population. College Park
design principles, such as multi-axial and transverse rotation,
allow individuals with low to moderate activity levels to enjoy the
mobility they need for the freedom they desire.
Key benefits of the Tribute Foot:
- Simple Foot/Ankle unit with no required maintenance
- Multi-axial for superior stability on uneven terrain
- Controlled Dynamic Response for low to moderate activity
levels
- Full-length toe lever for increased comfort
- Adjustable Stride Control" to customize an individual's
gait
- 30-day trial period and one-year warranty
For more information, contact:
College Park Industries
800.728.7950
ww.college-park.com
PEL Supply Company is the exclusive distributor of
a new rigid spinal bracing system from USA Sport
& Health of Columbus, Ohio. These braces allow coronal plane
angular adjustments for hip development and afford the ability to
heat and adjust the lumbar lordosis easily.
This low-cost rigid spinal bracing system
controls flexion, extension, rotation, and side bending. Featuring
an anterior opening with right or left Velcro® closure, it is
fully padded and lined with removable, washable
Orthowick®.
The LSO in 13" and 15" and the TLSO in 18" and 21" each have
four circumference sizes to accommodate hips between 31" and 49",
ensuring a secure, comfortable fit.
For more information, contact:
PEL Supply
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com
The Grommet Lock from Coyote
Design features wear-resistant construction to handle the abuse
your pediatric patients can dish out. Water-resistant for use in
showers, pools, or the ocean, and easy to clean and service; the
Grommet Lock is just the right size and weight for
kids.
For more information, contact:
Coyote Design
800.819.5980
www.coyotedesign.com
Silipos announces availability of its new all-gel
Molding Distal Roll-On. The
Roll-On enhances socket liner fit and combats skin
problems.
It is versatile and can be cut to shape for extra protection
under an Explorer liner or can be cut into a band for extra comfort
and protection under the proximal end of a suspension sleeve. The
Roll-On is self-adhesive to other Silipos
products, allowing customization of gel thickness.
Made of the same skin-friendly mineral oil gel as Silipos
Explorer liners and sleeves, the Molding Distal
Roll-On is packaged in two's. Check with your local DMERC
for reimbursement under L5668.
For more information, contact:
Silipos Inc.
800.229.7105
www.silipos.com
These cost-effective, multi-layered
silicone cosmetic covers have true skin-like
characteristics. A swatch kit of 26 colors is used for matching
skin color. Suntan and other effects are included routinely. Heat
is not necessary for installation. Upper- and lower-extremity
covers available!
Wholesale--Hand: $424.59, Leg: $488.28 with purchase order or
credit card.
For more information, contact:
Franklin Prosthetic Covers Inc.
610.666.6645
FranklinProsCov@aol.com
Comfort Products Inc., the innovation leader in
knitted orthotic and prosthetic products, announces an addition to
its liner sock offering. The AFO Liner Sock" is an
extra-high crew style that accommodates AFOs, reducing patient
irritation, chafing, and perspiration. The loosely knit top
facilitates improved leg circulation.
Now available in a stretch CoolMax® fiber for superior
moisture control, our AFO Liner Sock offers
superior value in three adult and two pediatric sizes.
Please call for one complimentary pair of Comfort Products'
AFO Liner Sock; it's just what you'd expect from
the industry's innovation leader!
For more information, contact:
Comfort Products Inc.
800.822.7500
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