February 2020
The O&P EDGE
edit post An Algorithm Proposal for Upper-limb Prosthetic Continuum of Care by Karl Lindborg, CPO/LP February 1, 2020 An Algorithm for Upper-limb Prosthetic Continuum of Care (or Identifying the
An Algorithm Proposal for Upper-limb Prosthetic Continuum of Care
Karl Lindborg, CPO/LP
An Algorithm for Upper-limb Prosthetic Continuum of Care (or Identifying the Elephant in the Room) is a concept that was inspired through my work and passion as a certified
Cognitive Engagement of the Prosthetic Hand
Gerald Stark, PhD, MSEM, CPO/L, FAAOP(D)
CHALLENGES OF UPPER-LIMB PROSTHETIC ACCEPTANCE Unlike the lower limb, upper-limb prosthetic management involves the additional challenges of active function and control of the components, operational comfort of the interface, maximizing
Editor’s Note – February 2020
Andrea Spridgen
Unlike our lower limbs,which are primarily a means of mobility, our upper limbs serve many functions: fine and gross motor skills, providing information to our senses, promoting social connection through
Four Ways to Navigate Reimbursements for Advanced Technology—And Why It’s Worth It
Blair Lock and Erica Karlson
“Nothing worth having comes easy.” Theodore Roosevelt certainly didn’t have health insurance reimbursements in mind more than a century ago. But his sentiment applies just the same, and harnessing
Got FAQs? – February 2020
Lisa Lake
Billing for O&P services is complicated. When you have questions, count on Got FAQs? to help keep your claims on track. This month’s column answers your questions about deductibles,
Ohio Set to Implement Rules for 3D-printed Prostheses
Dianne Farabi
Changes to Ohio’s orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics (OPP) licensure law will allow the Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers (OTPTAT) Board to grant authority to an individual who
Perspectives on 3D Printing and Fake News
John T. Brinkmann, MA, CPO/L, FAAOP(D)
Anyone who has been paying attention to critiques of the media over the past few years is aware of the phenomenon of fake news. Despite the recent increase in
Sam Nicoll: When a Passive Functional Device Is the Right Choice
Linda Calabria
As is the experience of many people who face a post-traumatic situation and amputation, Sam Nicoll found herself in a bit of a whirlwind. Nicoll’s trauma occurred just days
