Product Showcases

CPI Gives You the Boot!

College Park Industries, as part of their commitment to excellence melding revolutionary design, high-quality components, and a continuous drive to exceed customer expectations, announces the inclusion of a FREE Sealing Boot with every Trustep®, Venture^TM, and Tribute^TM Foot order.

The patented Sealing Boot is available in Caucasian and Negroid to match the CPI Foot Shell. Easily installed over a pylons open end, the Sealing Boot and Foot Shell interlock providing an effective barrier against contamination.

Sealing Boots are manufactured from flexible, pliable foam and can also be cut to any size for use as interlocking gaskets in finished legs.

For more information, contact:

College Park Industries
800.728.7950
www.college-park.com

Brace Yourself with Ongoing Care!

Ongoing Care Solutions offers a complete line of orthotics, including WEL-KARE" Stirrup Ankle Braces.

WEL-KARE Stirrup Ankle Braces have anatomic shells designed to fit either the left or right leg to provide protection, comfort, and inversion/eversion protection. These ankle braces also enhance circulation and reduce swelling. They feature easy on - easy off hook and loop closures and fit in either sport or dress shoes. 

We offer three types of Ankle Braces:

•  WEL-KARE Air Only Stirrup Ankle Brace
•  WEL-KARE Gel/Air Stirrup Ankle Brace  (Can be used for cold therapy)
•  WEL-KARE Volara Foam with Fabric Ankle Brace

For more information, contact:

Ongoing Care Solutions
800.375.0207
www.ongoingcare.com

Less is More

The innovative new Ohio Willow Wood Impulse^TM Ankle, provides less dorsiflexion, allows amputees to retain full functionality of the toes and metatarsal area inherent to energy-storing prosthetic feet and features inversion/eversion and axial rotation.

The Impulse Ankle's unique material combination promotes enhanced performance. A titanium pyramid increases durability, an aluminum base keeps weight low, and a revolutionary rubber-molding process provides a smoother, more cushioned stop.

The Impulse Ankle unites with the Impulse Foot, giving amputees exceptional performance in a wide variety of terrain without limiting the high level of energy return provided by the foot, and both products accommodate patients weighing up to 250 lbs (113 kg.)

For more information, contact:

Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com

Seattle Prices Down to Earth

Seattle Systems is now offering its modular components at lower prices. Incorporating the same quality titanium and aluminum used in the aerospace industry, Seattle has modular adapters suitable for pediatric and adult solutions. As of June 1, all Seattle Systems adapters will be available at 20 to 50 percent savings.

For more information, contact:

Seattle Systems
800.248.6463
www.seattlesystems.com

X-PRESS Yourself for Great Results

The Arch X-PRESS from Freedom Fabrication provides exceptional onsite molding capabilities for your podiatric needs.

Features include a 20" x 20" table with heavy-duty 16-gauge steel frame. Super-fast pull-down makes working with graphite simple, and the bladder change is quick and easy with no tools required. Call now for pricing and availability.

For more information, contact:

Freedom Fabrication
800.304.FREE
www.freedomfabrication.com

Put Your Right Knee In…

Otto Bock HealthCare announces an advance in knee joints designed to improve functionality for low- and moderate-activity amputees.

The 3R90 and 3R92 offer increased security through a unique load-dependent braking mechanism. The 3R90 is friction-controlled with a mechanical extension assist while the 3R92 offers pneumatic swing-phase control. Unlike other friction-brake knees, these release during forefoot loading, eliminating hip hiking and delivering more correct gait.

"The 3R90 and 3R92 are the first true advances in low-activity knees in years, if not decades," says Todd Anderson, CP, FAAOP, director of Professional Services for Otto Bock.

Determined to fit the needs of everyone from children to adults, from low- to high-activity levels, Otto Bock welcomes the 3R90 and 3R92 as the latest additions to their family of knees which includes the world's first microprocessor-controlled knee, the C-Leg®.

For more information, contact:

Otto Bock HealthCare
800.328.4058
www.ottobockus.com

Let Me Expand On That

Otto Bock® HealthCare recently introduced four thermoplastic prefabricated AFOs to its orthotic product line. Offering a range of medial lateral control, from a Blank to a Posterior Leaf Spring, all are heat-moldable so they can be fit to the patient. Featuring a pleasing matte finish, Otto Bock's AFOs are a fast and high quality solution at an amazing price.

Otto Bock's new AFOs are designed to complement their existing thermoplastic #28U9 Open-Heel Posterior Leaf Spring and carbon fiber #28U9 Walk-On"--to offer a full line of orthotic solutions for the practitioner.

For more information, contact:

Otto Bock HealthCare
800.328.4058
www.ottobockus.com

Eye On Teufel Style!

Orthotics, materials, and lab equipment distributor Atlas International is now the exclusive distributor of Teufel Transfer Papers. Teufel manufactures a wide range of products from prosthetic plastics to specialty valves, accessories, and fabrication supplies. Teufel Transfer Papers are ideal for customizing polyethylene materials, such as Subortholen, Eurolen®, and Tepelen®.

Teufel Transfer Papers easily and inexpensively allow practitioners to apply bright, vibrant graphic designs to custom fabrications with complex or compound curves and flat surfaces alike, expressing patients' personality and style.

A full product listing, brochures, or transfer paper color/design charts are available at Atlas International.

For more information, contact:

Atlas International
800. 545.6287
www.atlasortho.com

OPTEC’s Improved Oasis Soft Spinal System No Mirage!

OPTEC Inc. announces the Improved Oasis^TM LSO & TLSO Soft Spinal System. The new cut-to-size closure system offers maximum support and stabilization, providing anterior/posterior compression and limiting unwanted motion.

Geriatric patients and others with functional problems value the Improved Oasis' easy-to-use closure system and soft, breathable fabric panels. Anterior and posterior panels accommodate moldable polymer inserts. The anterior insert is offered in flexion, neutral, or pendulous designs and can be retrofitted with optional attachments, including: Pectoral Pad Kit, Sternal Pad Kit, and Thoracic Extension Kit straps.

The Improved Oasis is gender-adaptable in sizes X-Small to XX-Large and comes in two anterior heights: Regular and Low Profile.

For more information, contact:

OPTEC Inc.
888.982.8181
www.opteccorp.com

Prices Reduced on Seattle Systems’ Adapters from PEL Supply

Effective immediately, PEL Supply Company has announced new, reduced prices on the entire line of premium-quality modular adapters from Seattle Systems. This coincides with Seattle Systems re-launch of its line of modular components for prosthetic professionals. PEL customers who purchase Seattle Systems components can now expect an overall pricing decrease of 20 percent throughout Seattle's line of adapters, with select components even reduced up to 50 percent.  

In addition to these new reduced prices, PEL Supply offers a generous discount/rebate program, and stocks over 35,000 products, components, tools and accessories, with most available for next-day delivery.

For more information, contact:

PEL Supply Company
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com

Real Survivor

Hosmer's Endurance^TM 160 Hydraulic Knee System is now available from PEL Supply at $100 off through July 31, 2004!

The Endurance Knee System features a 30-month warranty, a compact build height of 8-3/8" (215mm), weighs under 40 ounces, is rated for patients up to 300 lbs, has total knee flexion of 130°, and offers three modes of operation: Automatic Stance Lock/Swing Control, Flexion Lock, and Swing Phase only. Four proximal attachments are available.  

The Endurance cylinder and frame are interchangeable with other knee frames based on the 160mm knee frame cylinder.

#62041 Endurance 160 Knee System includes the Endurance 160 Hydraulic Unit, Endurance 160 Knee Frame w/proximal adjustment screw, Mounting Kit and Knee Cap.

For more information, contact:

PEL Supply Company
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com

Advancements in Liberty from Polhemus

Polhemus announces the LIBERTY" 240/16, a 16-sensor-capable motion-tracking system, which is the latest 6 Degree-of-Freedom (6DOF) tracking product in the LIBERTY series. LIBERTY has speed (240 Hz per sensor), ease of use via an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI), scalability, and improved signal to noise ratios, which increase stability and resolution while providing consistent high quality data. Each LIBERTY sensor is able to independently detect distortion within the environment, alerting the user to make appropriate changes if necessary. Price per sensor makes the LIBERTY series by far the most affordable, easiest to upgrade, simplest to use, quietest and fastest 6DOF tracker on the market today.

For more information, contact:

Polhemus
800.357.4777
www.polhemus.com

Coyote’s Epoxy Alternative

Work faster, cleaner, and safer with Coyote Design Quick Adhesive. Used for installation of Summit and Airlocks, this adhesive can also gunk sockets, reinforce socks to use with pin locks, repair carbon sockets, and many other applications throughout the lab area.

For more information, contact:

Coyote Design
800.819.5980
www.coyotedesign.com

Apex Enters Race with Aetrex

Two years ago, Apex Foot Health Industries began assembling a team of top biomechanics to create a stylish athletic shoe that truly supports the foot. The company called upon renowned footwear designer Ruk Peterson, who has designed top-selling shoes for Nike, Avia, and Brooks. Apex is pleased to introduce the Aetrex® Performance Footwear line, featuring athletic intelligence.

Aetrex shoes provide an equal distribution of pressure throughout the gait cycle while maintaining comfort, breathability, stability, and overall support. The Aetrex design unloads pressure in the areas most susceptible to injury or pain during walking or running, features 5/16" removable depth and is available in six widths.

For more information, contact:

Apex Foot Health Industries
Donille Perrone
800.526.2739 x325
www.foot.com/Aetrex

An Evolution in Liners from Freedom

Evolution SP Liners, marketed by Freedom Science and Technologies, a member of Freedom Innovations family of products, are designed to reduce pain typically caused by friction between the residual limb and the prosthesis. The industry's first fully customized liners with standardized off-the-shelf prices; the Evolution SP Liner is designed to provide amputees and practitioners with a liner that is comfortable, durable, and extremely cost-effective. Evolution SP Liners also feature a unique formulation that absorbs body fluids, effectively keeping the liner fresh and odor-free.

Evolution SP Liners are the invention of Stan Patterson, CP, renowned in the prosthetics industry for his research and development achievements, and owner of Prosthetic & Orthotic Associates of Orlando, Florida. For more information, contact:

Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com