November 2004
The O&P EDGE
edit post The Pros and Cons of Computerized Foot Orthotic Technology by Miki Fairley November 1, 2004 We tend to take our feet for granted–until problems develop! Although many people
Roger Marzano, CPO, CPed
The O&P EDGE
Roger Marzano, CPO, CPed Yanke Bionics Clinics Inc. Akron, Ohio What is the best advice you’ve ever received? The best advice came from my mentor, Mark Yanke, CPO, CPed. He
Got FAQs?
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The future of your practice depends on knowledgeable billing and collection information. Understanding the full aspect of billing guidelines and procedures will effectively increase your reimbursement. This informative column will
Morton’s Neuroma, Morton’s Syndrome: Different Diagnoses Require Separate Orthotic Modifications
Séamus Kennedy, BEng (Mech), CPed
Few words in biomechanics cause as much confusion as the term “Morton’s”. “Morton’s” is simultaneously two different foot diagnoses – and also potentially three separate orthotic modifications! The primary misunderstanding
“We Can!”
Mike Forgrave, CPed (c), CPed
In August of 2004, ten certified pedorthists broke new ground for our profession. They were the first certified pedorthists invited to treat athletes at a Summer Olympics. As part of
AOPA Meeting Draws Crowd Despite Hurricanes
The O&P EDGE
Despite the spate of battering hurricanes, tropical storms, and concern of more possible attacks from the elements, the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA) 2004 National Assembly drew a sizable
ACA Promotes Equality in Care
The O&P EDGE
The Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) is promoting equality in medical care with the Prosthetic Parity Law State Organizer’s Kit, the organization announced recently. After identifying access to care as
The Pros and Cons of Computerized Foot Orthotic Technology
Miki Fairley
We tend to take our feet for granted–until problems develop! Although many people believe that each foot only takes half your body weight during walking, actually walking creates forces through
Triplanar Control for Foot Orthoses
Marmaduke Loke
Do corrective foot orthoses need to incorporate triplanar control? Marmaduke Loke, Dynamic Bracing Solutions, Encinitas, California, believes the answer is yes, and discusses his reasons below: Although my comments may
Advice for O&P Newbies From Those Who Have Been There
Judith Philipps Otto
To new ones in the orthotics and prosthetics field, those that have been there, done that often can provide practical advice to help them to hang on to those high
