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Motivating Your Employees for Higher Productivity
By Chris Posti
Chris Posti I recently bought myself a "mid-life crisiscar"--a red and white Mini Cooper S. It's got white racing stripeson the hood, a sound system that makes you want to live in the car,and a sunroof so big it's like driving a convertible but w...
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Achieving Harmony, Motivation in the O&P Workplace
By Sherry Metzger, MS
Fostering an encouraging work environment leads to increased productivity, enthusiasm, and employee retention.
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Ten Tips for Motivating Yourself
By Miki Fairley
Sometimes it’s not enough to motivate your people; at times you may have to motivate yourself too.
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Form, Function Combine in New Hand Prosthesis
By Miki Fairley
The real world of unilateral arm amputees and their daily activities reveals that passive cosmetic hands are anything but “passive."
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Finger Amputees Return to Daily Activities with New Device
By Daniel Didrick
Didrick Medical recently unveiled the newX-Finger®, which offers both aesthetic restoration and activefunction, adding a new level of expectation that will be requiredof artificial fingers for the 21st century. Essentially, the X-Finger is the fir...
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By Lisa Lake-Salmon
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Scott Anderson, CP
Scott Anderson, CP Orthocare Orthotics & Prosthetics Leesburg, Florida What is the best advice you've everreceived? Emancipate yourself from mental slavery. What is your favorite sport?
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Lending a Hand (or Foot)
Like most folks I was amazed by the outpouring ofhelp for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. I'm not talking aboutgovernment agencies--I mean people, helping people. No one wasprepared for a storm the size of Katrina hitting where it did.
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From the Editor: Motivating Employees—and Yourself
A great organization is built on its people. Agreat company--whether small or large--needs an owner andmanagement with vision, and the ability to make that vision catchfire with employees. According to Ivy Sea [ www.ivysea.com ], a consulting and...
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The beauty of the
SilhouetteTM is in the details. The
extremely lightweight Silhouette features smooth contours of
carbon-fiber construction producing a superbly flexible, highly
responsive prosthetic foot with a lively feel. The slim forefoot
design is complemented by the bio-kinetically engineered floating
soleplate which facilitates multi-axial rotation and an easy,
natural push-off at terminal stance.
Neat and trim, the Silhouette ankle provides an
elegantly proportioned finished leg sure to please the most
discriminating user. Designed for the moderately active amputee,
the Silhouette is ideal for transtibial,
transfemoral, or HD amputees weighing up to 365 lb. who desire a
lightweight, dynamic response foot with multi-axial function and
heel dampening.
For more information, contact:
SPS
800.767.7776 x245
www.spsco.com

With the release of OMEGATM
Tracer® 8.0, practitioners gain the ability to create
Alpha® DESIGNTM Liners for their
AK patients.
DESIGN AK Liners allow prosthetists to add gel
(up to 12mm thick) exactly where needed; thin gel down to 3mm
proximally above the socket; and apply up to 12mm of gel over the
distal femur. Expanded and exclusive AK sizes are offered.
DESIGN AK Liners can be created by OMEGA Tracer
8.0, by our Web-Assist Program, or by plaster casts and ship within
48 hours of order receipt.
For more information, contact:
Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com

Created and tested for application for the
transtibial and transfemoral amputation levels, the
HAD features a two-way slide that responds to the
alignment challenges inherent with the use of high-tech feet and
knees. According to esp, this device will significantly enhance the
wearer's prosthetic alignment and reduce the practitioner's fitting
time. Its tested strength, in its most extended positions, can
accommodate individuals weighing up to 425 lb., yet due to its
titanium construction, the HAD is both lightweight
and durable for permanent installation. The HAD is
calibrated for alignment accuracy and ISO-tested for strength and
durability.
For more information, contact:
PEL Supply
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com
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Men's Athletic Answer2 Shoe |
Responding to customer requests for additional
sizes and style options for adults, SPS has expanded the
ANSWER2TMshoe line to
include a new line of men's and women's athletic shoes and casual
shoes. The EVA base, multi-density orthotic inserts have also been
expanded to complement the complete line of women's
Answer2 shoes.
Designed to provide even distribution of pressure throughout the
gait cycle, the new Answer2 athletic shoes
establish a new standard in comfort, breathability, stability, and
overall support. The attractive contemporary styling will appease
even the most discriminating wearer. Both male and female styles
are available with lace closure and three widths (medium, wide, and
extra wide).
For more information, contact:
SPS
800.767.7776 x245
www.spsco.coma

SPS is pleased to announce the immediate
availability of the ALPS GP (General Purpose) Gel
Liner. This unique gel liner combines the softness,
strength, and elasticity of the ALPS EasyGel with the comfort,
durability, and pricing users need.
The GP Gel Liner features the following unique
attributes:
- Value priced ($150/each) to meet the needs of most wearers
- New distal end encapsulation, retrofits most liners on the
market
- Warranty: one liner = 12 months; two liners = 24 months
- High-performance fabric improves durability
- Slightly tacky feel reduces bunching in the popliteal
region
- Both locking and cushion versions available in 3mm/6mm uniform
configurations
For more information, contact:
SPS
800.767.7776 x245
www.spsco.com

The newest in the Ossur GII Unloader®
Knee Brace is now available in a low-profile, lightweight,
and cosmetically appealing design.
The new GII Unloader LP by Ossur is a custom
brace designed with an easy-to-use strap closure, a smaller design
for easy concealment under clothing, and down-to-earth colors that
will blend with today's fashions. It features the clinically proven
Dynamic Force Strap, a thin low-profile hinge that accommodates up
to 8 degrees of corrective forces, and low-profile custom shells
made to fit the precise anatomical contour of the leg.
The GII Unloader line of braces by Ossur is the
most clinically proven knee brace on the market that provides
targeted pain relief for osteoarthritis of the knee.
For more information, contact:
OSSUR
800.423.9727
www.ossur.com

Back due to high demand, the new and improved
Flex SymesTM has returned with
increased versatility and superior alignment options. With a lower
build height, lighter weight, and even greater heel deflection,
this is the perfect solution for your Symes patients who demand the
high quality that you've come to expect from Ossur. Features
include the CarbonX® Heel, split toe, and the capability to
align at virtually any angulation, due to built-in slide and
rotation adjustments. Of course, direct lamination is also an
option. The Flex Symes is sturdy, robust, and
ready to handle all impact levels.
For more information, contact:
OSSUR
800.423.9727
www.ossur.com

....about prosthetic liners.
Forget all about sticky, smelly, cloth-covered products that are
difficult to use, difficult to clean, and fray at the edges.
Freedom Innovations' new
ParydonnTM Prosthetic Liner is the industry's most hygienic,
user-friendly, medical-grade socket interface available today. It
is odor-resistant, durable, easy to don and doff, and easy to trim.
The secret is a highly advanced, silky smooth Parylene Coating used
widely on catheters and in the implantable medical device industry,
now patent-pending to Freedom Innovations for prosthetic use. The
coating is bonded to the silicone liner at the molecular level
through an innovative vapor deposition process and produces a
permanent, pin-hole-free, cloth-free, hydrophobic barrier that will
not peel, crack, chip, or wear off.
For more information, contact:
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com

The NEW SilhouetteTM Prosthetic
Foot is Freedom Innovation's latest offering of
high-performance, lightweight componentry, with the added benefits
of multi-axial rotation and a slim profile facilitating ease of
refined cosmetic finishing.
A 34mm tube clamp adapter ensures an easy and secure socket
attachment. Nine stiffness categories are tailored to individual
patient weight and activity level. The component is rated up to 365
lb. and available in sizes 2230 cm, with a 60-day No Risk Trial
Period and 36-month warranty.
The Silhouette foot is the industry's best
choice for an easy-to-finish and elegantly proportioned component
that effectively combines the best of art and science.
For more information, contact:
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com

Realastic Prosthetics & Restoration (a
division of Health Related Products Inc.) has introduced an
improved look for its custom partial silicone
fingers. "Our fingers are now available with separate
Palmar Color, an improved nail bed, and 24 skin
tones," says Dewey Yeargin, HRP president. Customers can
mix and match the Palmar Color choices to provide
an improved and even more realistic look.
For more information, contact:
Health Related Products
800.845.4566
www.healthrelatedproducts.com
Next Generation NeuroFlex Now Available

NeuroStretchTM
Orthotics, the next generation of NeuroFlex technology,
includes the new products: Finger Flex WHFO, ROM Knee Orthosis, and
Air Knee. All NeuroStretch Orthotics have
inhibitory properties and provide Low Load Prolonged Stretch
Therapy while the patient simply wears the device. All products
feature washable liners treated with Bacti-Ban, an antimicrobial
agent that keeps the orthoses cleaner and odor-resistant for the
life of the product. For the same price, don't immobilize a
contracture with a static brace--provide NeuroStretch
Orthotic Therapy to restore lost range of motion.
For more information, contact:
OCSI / NeuroFlex Inc.
800.375.0207
www.ongoingcare.com

Otto Bock HealthCare introduces a new, unique
product to the company's Modular Joint line: the Double
Action Ankle Joint, and AFO Strap and Liner.
The Double Action Ankle Joint has easily
modifiable multiple fitting options. It comes in pairs with a
convenient package of springs, stops, and spring stops for nine
control variations. The joint utilizes screws that can easily be
replaced, eliminating drilling or replacement rivets.

The AFO Strap and Liner provides
a strap and liner in one convenient, durable piece. In addition,
the liner is simply trimmed to fit for insertion into an AFO,
saving fabrication time.
For more information, contact:
Otto Bock HealthCare
800.328.4058
www.ottobock.com

At last, an affordable, customized
Orthotic Pocket Reference book your valuable
referral sources will truly appreciate! This 126-page compact
pocket orthotic reference book features over 125
professionally drawn illustrations of the most commonly prescribed
orthoses along with comprehensive descriptions for utilization.
- Durable spiral-bound book measures only 3 5/8" x 5 3/8"
- Customized front and back covers to include your company logo
and facility information
- Custom insertion or substitution of specifically tailored
orthotic illustrations, company mission statements, etc
- Affordably priced (starting at $15/book, quantity discounts
available)
- Designed to maximize marketing efforts with lasting
results
- Low cost, one-time typeset fee
- Now Available! 8 1/2" x 11" Desk
Reference
For more information, contact:
O and P Publishing
419.476.4248
www.oandppublishing.com

AdaptskinTM is
specially formulated to address the demanding needs of persons
faced with limb loss. Clinically proven safe and effective for all
skin types, Adaptskin is hypoallergenic, all
natural, and contains no preservatives. Adaptskin
blends moisturizers and healing agents in a unique, non-water-based
formula. The emollients, which do not wash away with water or
perspiration, melt on contact with the skin, penetrate the cell
layers, and form a waterproof barrier providing superior long-term
protection.
Key benefits:
- Two consistencies available:
Adaptskin 50TM: Medium viscosity for daily/general
applications
Adaptskin 90TM: Thicker concentration for areas of skin
damage/irritation/abrasion stress
- Aids in proper wound healing environment
- Compatible with mineral oil based gel, urethane, and silicone
liners
- Does not stain clothing or prosthetic components
For more information, contact:
SPS
800.767.7776 x245
www.spsco.com