In July 2025, the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) introduced significant changes to O&P residency requirements, marking...

The rehabilitation journey for individuals using orthotic and prosthetic devices extends far beyond fitting. Providing the right device and training...

Running a successful O&P practice requires more than delivering exceptional patient care. It also demands regular attention to the financial...

Formal education has long been considered the preferred path to becoming an O&P technician. With just four accredited programs remaining...

Providing care in less resourced areas offers O&P practitioners a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives...

Osseointegration (OI) offers a groundbreaking approach to prosthetic limb integration, promising improved mobility and quality of life for patients. The...

Timely, accurate billing and effective resource management of time, talent, and supplies are essential in running today’s O&P practices. Various...

At some point, all local or regional independent O&P practices must contemplate a succession plan as principals look toward retirement....

Practitioners who work with patients with diabetes have unique challenges and opportunities to advocate for those patients. As a practitioner...

Earning a master’s degree is a critical step in the journey to becoming a certified orthotist or prosthetist. Once a...