Liner Choices Create Comfort - January 2005

CPI Takes Control

CPI's new Adjustable Stride Control allows prosthetists to customize an individuals gait without the need to change soft components. The Stride Control adjuster, located on the back of the foreheel, determines preload on the bumpers. Convenient adjustment, from the top or the side, increases or decreases resistance.

Key benefits of the Adjustable Stride Control:

• Adjustment of plantar and dorsiflexion resistance
• Fine-tunes the feel of the foot without having to change bumpers
• Available on TruPer^®, Venture^TM and Tribute^TM feet

Align perfectly the first time, and every time, with College Park Industries' Adjustable Stride Control.

For more information, contact:

College Park Industries
800.728.7950
www.college-park.com

Ongoing Care Solutions = Quality at Outstanding Prices

Ongoing Care Solutions offers a complete line of orthotics, including theWEL-KARE^TM AFO at $33.95 each!

The WEL-KARE Ankle Foot Orthosis is a flexible, economical method to control plantar- flexion contractures, address hip rotation and protect the heel. The patented design of the WEL-KARE AFO suspends the heel which eliminates pressure. The adjustable dorsiflexion assist straps allow for the treatment of plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis. The WEL-KARE AFO features our Microbe Shield Protection Program (MSPP) which consists of Kool-Wick^TM, to wick away moisture from the skin and Bacti-Ban^TM with built in antimicrobial action. Included are the padded rotator bar, adjustable, padded toe post and toe wedge.

For more information, contact:

Ongoing Care Solutions
800.375.0207
www.ongoingcare.com

LIVINGSKIN Announces Premier Service Centers

LIVINGSKIN prostheses are individually made to recreate the color, shape, and size of an amputees missing finger, hand, arm, toe, foot, leg, or facial feature.

At our Premier Service Centers in Atlanta, Chicago, New York, or Toronto, clients can sit with artists while having their high-definition, custom silicone prostheses painted. Of course, our artists will still paint from photographs, if travel is not feasible.

LIVINGSKIN prostheses look so real that many clients tell us they actually use them more than any other prostheses they have ever worn.

For more information, contact:

LIVINGSKIN
800.208.SKIN(7546)
www.LIVINGSKIN.com

SPS Shares new Thermoliner Coding

SPS is pleased to share with its customers the following excerpt from the formal decision on the coding of the ALPS Thermoliner^®Custom Liner:

The Thermoliner Custom Locking Liner (Model TFDT) and Thermoliner Custom Cushion Liner (Model TFFR) meet the description for an HCPCS code as assigned in the DMERC Medical Policy for Surgical Dressings. Therefore, the correct Medicare billing code(s) for the product(s) is/are

L5681 Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated socket insert for congenital or atypical traumatic amputee, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, for use with or without locking mechanism, initial only (for other than initial, use code L5673 or L5679). OR L5683 Addition to lower extremity, below knee/above knee, custom fabricated socket insert for other than congenital or atypical traumatic amputee, silicone gel, elastomeric or equal, for use with or without locking mechanism, initial only (for other than initial, use code L5673 or L5679).

For more information, contact;

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

RELAX with SPS

SPS is pleased to announce the exclusive availability of the new Medipro^® RELAX Liner, the first liner designed to reduce phantom pain and sensations.

The research team at Medipro found that electromagnetic waveforms can cause a static electric charge to develop in the socket of a prosthesis, which can stimulate the nerve endings on the residual limb. Based upon this finding, Medipro developed a new cover material called Umbrellan® which shields the residual limb by arresting transmission of the phantom pain or sensation to the receptors and neurons in the cortex of the brain.

The cover is adhered to a proprietary blend of silicone gel, formulated specifically for the needs of those with particularly sensitive skin, including diabetics. Medipros researchers also incorporated a custom matrix that envelops the soft tissues of the distal end, preventing mechanical irritation.

For more information, contact;

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

Flexible Discounts at SPS

Heralding the launch of ESPs new FlexiSport^TM and FlexiKids^TM, SPS announces an ADDITIONAL 10% off introductory offer on all SPS purchases from the FlexiSleeve family of suspension sleeves from January 15, 2005 through March 15, 2005.

The ESP FlexiSleeve family is pre-flexed to 43 degrees for maximum comfort and freedom of movement. The pre-flexed design diminishes pressure exerted by the socket trimline on the inside of the sleeve, reducing potential breakdown. Fabricated from the highest quality neoprene, all latex has been removed to reduce skin irritation and the sleeves are coated to prevent cracking and pealing.

FlexiSleeve, FlexiSport, and FlexiKids are all value priced and guaranteed for 3 months. Manufacturer recommends L-5675 for reimbursement of the FlexiSleeve and FlexiSport and L-5674 for reimbursement of the FlexiKids.

For more information, contact;

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

SPS Delivers the MAX

SPS has two versions of the Alpha^® MAX Liner on the shelves and ready to fly out the door at all three SPS warehouses - Atlanta, Dallas, or Paso Robles.

The Alpha MAX incorporates the same skin-friendly thermoplastic gel with mineral oil and vitamin E that amputees and practitioners have come to depend upon in all other Alpha liners. The major difference in the Alpha^® MAX lies in the fabric covering.

The Alpha MAX incorporates a custom fabric that has conclusively demonstrated three times greater abrasion resistance and the Stabilizing Strip reduces movement & gel delamination.

The Alpha^® MAX is the perfect interface solution for highly active patients, requiring extremely durable liners.

For more information, contact;

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

Impulse in Stock at PEL Supply

PEL Supply now stocks all Ohio Willow Wood Impulse^TM Ankles, including two new versions: one with an aluminum base for amputees weighing up to 270 pounds/122 kg; and one with a titanium base, for amputees weighing up to 350 pounds/160 kg (300 pounds/136 kg for CMH Level 4).

The new Impulse Ankles unique material combination lends to enhanced performance - particularly for more active amputees. The titanium pyramid makes the Impulse strong and durable, while an aluminum base makes it light and easy to move with. A rubber molding process provides a smoother more cushioned stop.

The Impulse Ankle functions very well with the energy-storing Impulse Foot, also available from PEL Supply for immediate shipment.

For more information, contact:

PEL Supply
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com

PEL Offers Dry Solution

New Stay-Dry^TM XeroSox^TM waterproof leg and arm sleeves, manufactured by Xero Products, are now available from PEL Supply. The affordably priced XeroSox sleeve, once pulled over a cast, prosthesis, or bandage, can be sealed by the wearer by its patented vacuum seal, producing a fit that absolutely will not slip off or leak.

Patients can take a warm, relaxing bath or shower, swim in the ocean, slip down a water slide, or dive into a swimming poolall with complete confidence. For injuries treated with soft casts or bandages that require hydrotherapy, the Stay Dry XeroSox can be used to waterproof the injury to expedite the healing process.

For more information, contact:

PEL Supply
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com

Two Suspension Methods in One Lock

Ohio Willow Wood's new G-Lock has a one-way expulsion valve to provide suction suspension and a standard pin locking mechanism with pin seal. This unique dual design gives amputees security from a pin while minimizing pistoning through suction.

The G-Lock is CAD-friendly yet also easy to work with in traditional fabrication processes. For use in laminated or thermoplastic sockets, the G-Lock allows for one-step lamination and has a four-hole pattern for socket attachment. It comes standard with two 38mm pins. Weight limit is 250 lbs. (115kg).

For more information, contact:

Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com

Design Your Comfort with Alpha Design

Ohio Willow Wood's Alpha DESIGN Liners can be easily created through the use of OMEGA^TM Tracer 7.0 CAD system or from plaster casts. After capturing the limb shape, practitioners determine how much elastomer gel to apply throughout the liner and where. Alpha DESIGN Liners allow prosthetists to add up to 12mm of gel where needed; thin gel down to 2mm behind the knee; and apply up to 15mm of gel over indentations on the limb. Prosthetists can also choose the fabric style and color of the Alpha DESIGN Liner, which ships in 48 hours of order receipt.

For more information, contact:

Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com

Big Hip, Little Hip...

OPTEC Inc. presents Mini-TLC hip management system with the Pediatric THC Hip Joint which limits unwanted motion and reduces hip stress. The Mini-TLC provides controlled positioning and alignment and can be worn pre- or post-op to stabilize and maintain proper hip alignment.

Mini-TLC features:

• Universal components
• Comfortable liner pads
• Washable, breathable liner pads
• Bilateral thigh cuffs
• Colorful liners
• Four sizes

Pediatric THC Hip Joint features infinite abduction-adduction adjustment and a unique release-lock system for flexion-extension ROM control. Indications for the new Mini-TLC include hip alignment, hip subluxation or dislocation, sitting and standing posture assistance issues, and stabilization pre- or post-op.

For more information, contact:

OPTEC Inc.
888.982.8181
www.opteccorp.com

Spinal Solutions Launches Guardian Hip System

Adjustability is the key and the Guardian is chock full of it. A universal, right or left pelvic band is set up to accept all joint sizes and thread designs. The anterior strap is easily interchangeable to provide a left or right hand pull. The strap also includes a quick connect buckle for one time adjustments. The Guardian also offers the only anterior tongue on the market that can be "locked" to eliminate potential rotation or be left as a "smooth" overlap. The thigh cuff includes all of the pelvic band features, is fully adjustable, and is the only cuff on the market that can be adjusted to include medial condyle support. Combined with the Hip Bolt or the Hip Tracker hip hinge, the Guardian is the ultimate, fully functional hip control system.

For more information, contact:

Spinal Solutions, Inc.
800.922.5155
www.spinalsolution.net

Get the Lil’ Hip Hugger at Bolt Systems

Bolt Systems announces the introduction of the new Lil Hip Hugger pediatric hip brace. This new hip brace allows for a controlled range of motion while maintaining proper support and positioning of the hips.

The Lil Hip Hugger brace was designed to maximize comfort and function during daily activities.

For more information, contact:

Bolt Systems, Inc.
800.425.0012
www.boltsystems.com

Less Buys More at DMP-Ortho!

You asked for quality for less money and DMP-Ortho heard you loud and clear!

DMP-Ortho announces the release of its "new" ROM Elbow Joints starting at $18.95. Each joint comes with DMP-Orthos exclusive "ROM Inhibitor Technology" allowing for customizable locking at 5-degree increments to achieve perfect fit, each and every time.

ROM Elbow Joint options include:

• double slots in arms
• no slots in arms
• clear or black anodization
• mounting hardware kits

For more information, contact:

DMP-Ortho
800.352.1011
www.dmp-ortho.com