Prosthesis Control System Improves Obstacle Crossing
Researchers in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Utah Robotics Center at the University of Utah have demonstrated an indirect voluntary...
Following Recommended Exercises Guidelines Tied To Longevity
Getting the recommended amount of weekly exercise could cut your risk of early death, a new study indicates. The current United States government...
Green Prosthetics Patient Tells His Story To Amplitude
A patient of Green Prosthetics & Orthotics, Richard Lucas Slusher, 27, was born missing his right arm below the elbow. He recently had an...
New Technique Shows 3D Nerve Structure in Diabetic Neuropathy
The use of three-dimensional imaging of human nerve tissue may help researchers better understand the reasoning behind diabetic neuropathy, one of...
Temperature Controlled Insole Being Developed By Medical School Team
A new cooling insole developed by UT Southwestern scientists reduced the foot temperature of patients with diabetic neuropathy by several degrees,...
New Software May Help Practitioners With Socket Fit
An entrepreneur has launched a software designed to give clinicians a tool to ensure the fit and comfort of prosthetic devices prior to...
Double Amputee Inspires The Carolina Panthers
On July 25, 2012, most Americans were enjoying the final few weeks of summer. The Carolina Panthers were two days away from the start of training...
Scientists Develop Advanced Prosthetic Liners
Researchers at the University of Bath in Somerset, United Kingdom, have developed a new approach using 3-D scanning technology to help reduce the...
Managing Foot Ulcers And Bunions With Orthotics
For people with foot problems, the consequences can range from minor pain to severe complications. Specialized care, including custom orthopedic...