DPM: Direct Prosthetic Measurement
DPM Defined Direct prosthetic measurement (DPM) is the direct measurement of the forces and moments relevant to prosthetic fitting in...
The Value of Fitters
An article in the March issue of The O&P EDGE explored the value of certified orthotic, mastectomy, and therapeutic shoe...
Prosthetic Sockets/Interfaces: The Next Frontier for Outcomes-Based Research
The environment for prosthetics-driven research has seen momentum and an increase in funding opportunities over the past five years. Advancements...
Moisture Management for Amputees With New Breathable Liner from Endolite
Build-up of warmth and moisture in the liner and socket-leading to loss of connection, unwanted socket movement, and potential skin...
Final Rule Establishes Prior Authorization for Orthotics and Prosthetics
Introduction This issue of The O&P EDGE  focuses on O&P education and outcomes. Good education will lead to high-quality care, and...
Measuring Success
We all have our own way of measuring success-personal and professional-whether it's earning a specific degree, developing skills such as...
Chris Reyes: For Gunshot Survivor, Attitude Is Everything
When Chris Reyes woke up in the hospital in January 2015, the prognosis looked grim. A bullet he had taken...
Lateral Ankle Instability
Lateral ankle sprains are among the most common sports injuries and account for a significant percentage of time lost due...
Firsthand Tips to Improve the Residency Experience
Being a resident at an O&P facility has been exciting. I have had the opportunity to see real-world applications of...
The Young Professional’s Guide to the World of O&P
This is the first installment in a series of articles in which I chronicle my transition from student to resident,...
