Product Showcases
February 2008
Cascade Dafo Introduces Newly Named JumpStart Product Family
The JumpStart is an off-the-shelf, low-cost, no-casting-required orthosis, designed for early intervention patients who can be difficult to cast and fit properly. The new JumpStart family offers varied support levels for the low- or high-tone child with mild to moderate pronation, supination, inconsistent ankle modulation, or excess plantarflexion. Now available in five different models, with new names and logos: JumpStart Cricket (formerly Low), JumpStart Leap Frog (Mid), JumpStart Bunny (Bunny Ears), JumpStart Kangaroo (High) and JumpStart Combo (includes Leap Frog and Kangaroo inner shells, along with an outer foundation shell).
Cascade Dafo
800.848.7332
www.dafo.com
Becker Offers The FullStride
The FullStrideTM is the stance control option youve been waiting for. Delivering maximum control of varus/valgus instability and knee hyperextension, the FullStride automatically locks and unlocks during the gait cycle, providing natural movement with superior stability and comprehensive knee joint control.
Easily converted into an automatic spring-lever lock knee joint, the FullStride is also interchangeable with other joints in the Becker Stride stance control family.
Easy to fabricate and easy to fit, you can pair the FullStride with any ankle joint on the market. Its the logical next step in orthotic stance control knee joints.
Becker Orthopedic
800.521.2192
www.beckerorthopedic.com
Becker Oregon Offers Prefabricated Orthoses
From the simplest AFO to the most complex custom KAFO design, Becker Oregon has evolved and expanded into a full-service central fabrication facility. In addition to its custom orthoses, Becker Oregon offers a selection of prefabricated orthoses for your convenience.
Products available through Becker Oregon include:
- Noninvasive Pediatric HALO System.
- PacificTM Adjustable Collar.
- TalonTM, adjustable wrist-driven hand
orthosis. - Hip Abduction Rotation Orthosis 2000" (HARO).
- Maple Leaf" Orthosis.
To inquire about our line of prefabricated products, please contact us or view our catalog online.
Becker OregonA Becker Orthopedic
Company
800.866.7522
www.beckerorthopedic.com
Secure, Durable Knees from Ossur
Ossurs new Mauch® Knee and Mauch® Knee Plus have a great new look with a tough aluminum frame and mechanical extension stop, making them the most durable and secure knees available. Enhanced features improve durability and provide more security for amputees at any activity level.
The new Mauch Knee offers the following features:
- Increased weight limit to 300 lb.
- Proximal and distal male titanium pyramids.
The new Mauch Knee Plus offers the following features:
- Weight limit of 365 lb.
- Flexible proximal and distal adapter options: threaded or through hole.
Ossur
800.233.6263
www.ossur.com
PEL Supply Offers Newport Universal Hip
The Newport® Universal Hip orthosis, manufactured by Orthomerica®, is now available from PEL Supply. Designed and engineered to provide the most comfortable hip orthosis for your patients.
Universal hip orthosis has the following features:
- Fits either the right or left side.
- Male/female adjustability with unique patented disc technology.
- Virtual® Hip Joint offers abduction, adduction, flexion, and extension adjustment.
- Hip joint is also available in an extended length version.
- Available in S, M, L, and XL.
- Modular components allow for mixed sizes for pelvic and thigh.
PEL Supply Company
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com
RTC Supplies the New Welded AFO Pad
Rehabilitation Technical Components Inc. (RTC)
shows the new high-tech look of the welded AFO
pad, which eliminates the stitching and strengthens the
bond. These pads can be ordered in white and beige. Our three
sizes
(1 in., 1½ in., and 2 in.) are sealed in packages of ten.
These pads are also available in strap kits (five per pack).
Our welded pads will enhance your patients comfort and add convenience. Priced less than most conventionally stitched pads.
Rehabilitation Technical Components
800.782.5678
www.orthoremedy.com
OPTEC Offers Spinal Support to the Max
OPTECs new VertaMax offers maximum support, quality, and profit. The VertaMax orthosis is designed to support your patients at every stage of recovery. The breathable, highly consistent elastic material provides 50 percent more compression than those conventionally used to increase lumbar containment.
VertaMax features front and back moldable polymer panels, a unique closure system for maximum compression, and arthritic grips for ease of donning and doffing.
Detachable polymer panels can be removed as the patient progresses in rehabilitation. VertaMax is available in five unisex sizes ranging from a 22½-in waist to a 60½-in. waist with neutral or pendulous abdomen.
OPTEC
888.982.8181
www.optecusa.com
Personal Transportation…with Attitude
Weighing in at only 12.5 oz., Dycors Dynamic Response ExtraADL "E"Foot is ideal for wearers who require more stability than a flexible keel with articulated ankle, and where resiliency is preferred. The optional aggressive gait management (AGM) torque absorber provides appropriate yield and return for moderate-level extra-ambulatory activity. Available in uni, bi, or triaxial with low (½ - 1 in.) and medium (1 - 1½ in.) heel-height options. Weight includes an integrated EVA foot shell. Titanium option available.
Dycor
800.794.6099
www.dycormfg.net
Dycor’s ADL-FDS - Syme/Transtibial Energy-Returning Foot
The Dycor ADL-FDSFoot features functionality, durability, and simplicity. The foot is segmented horizontally into five layers. The titanium foot adapter is integrated into the advanced composite keel, minimizing socket floor clearance. The heel portion of the keel (posterior to the adapter) is a flexible urethane-fiberglass composite, which deflects to cushion heel contact.
Patented and patent pending.
Dycor
800.794.6099
www.dycormfg.net
Alpha Seals Add Security
The Alpha® Original and Spirit Suction Seals deliver added security with a suction socket. When used in conjunction with suction suspension options, such as the Alpha Suction Pro or Alpha Suction Pyramid, the products aid in creating airtight seals.
Both suction seals contain Alpha gel and feature interior fabric cuffs to prevent gel damage at the socket trim line. The Alpha Spirit Suction Seal fabric is compatible with Velcro® to achieve a securely fitting seal that wont migrate. Both seals are available in buff or medium brown fabric. Various size options are offered.
Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com
Lets Get Your Patients Back on Their Feet
With one of the largest and most extensive selections of diabeticand orthopedic footwear, stepping in style has never been easier.
Our footwear stock includes BoxerDogs, Mt. Emey, and Answer2. We also offer Medicare-approved custom diabetic inserts as well as toe fillers, prefab diabetic inserts, and other products pertaining to diabetic foot management. We guarantee value pricing, a huge product selection, and a commitment to excellent service. The 2008 catalog is available.
Apis Footwear Co.
888.937.2747
www.bignwideshoes.com
Friddles New Variable-Speed Router
Friddles Orthopedic Appliances continues its innovative reputation with the introduction of its new variable-speed router, which is tailored to meet the specific demands of the orthotics and prosthetics industry. Exacting engineering, superior materials, and expert craftsmanship make this tool a pleasure to operate.
Includes the following features:
- Heavy-duty ¾ horsepower, stainless steel, dust-free A.C. motor with 115 volt 50/60 Hz 1 ph input.
- Variable-speed drive 0-3450 RPM.
- Easily adjustable height.
- 15-in. shaft with ½-13 threads, which is compatible with TrautmanTM and Rout-Man carvers.
- Task lamp with adjustable arm.
- Cast-iron base.
- Complete set of urethane arbors.
Friddles Orthopedic Appliances
800.528.9339
www.friddles.com
ESP Introduces the AEGIS SoFlex BK Liner
When a more natural alternative is needed for your BK patient, choose the ESP SoFlex silicone liner. The SoFlex liner was designed to be soft and lightweight without compromising the unique design and features found in all ESP liners.
SoFlex features include:
- 3mm thick.
- Made of pure, soft, lightweight silicone.
- Pre-flexed at 43 degrees for comfort and unrestricted range of motion.
- Locking or cushion versions.
- Durable fabric cover.
- Locking liners available with the new flexible shuttle.
- Very competitively priced.
ESP LLC
888.932.7377
http://wearesp.com
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- If you are interested in finding a partner to run the business side of your practice, contact us. All discussions confidential.
BridgePoint Medical
859.260.8576
http://bp-medical.com/page8.php
TRS Black Iron Trainer
The new Black Iron Trainer is a lighter version of the heavy-duty, high-performance Black Iron Master. While the Black Iron Trainer is smaller and lighter in weight, it is capable of handling the wide range of handle diameters that are encountered in modern fitness and exercise facilities.
The completely manual operation and positive locking and unlocking design provides uncompromising security and stability for bench pressing, dumbbell flys, dead lifts, pull-downs, and more. The Black Iron Trainer, with a load-rating of 440 lb., also carries a smaller price tag than its larger cousin.
TRS Inc.
800.279.1865
www.oandp.com/trs
The New Lyn Valve RV SLIDE from ESP
Compact, reliable, and easy to use, ESPs Lyn Valve RV SLIDETM suction socket valve with reliable auto-expulsion also features maintained, hands free, open operation. Simply slide the operator button in any direction, and the valve stays open.
RV SLIDE features include:
- Auto expulsion with ½ psi release pressure.
- Great for AK and BK applications.
- Audible "click" indicates manual operation. Click back to center to restore auto-expulsion function.
- High air flow with low noise venting in auto-expulsion and manual open modes.
- High-compression housing seal design for reliable socket installation.
- Install in any socket material.
ESP LLC
888.932.7377
http://wearesp.com
Introducing the AEGIS TF Liner
ESP welcomes the AEGIS TF Liner, a transfemoral silicone liner, to its product line. The AEGIS TF is made with a new silicone formula that is soft yet tough and abrasion resistant. Its shape and thin profile are such that it may be retrofit into existing socket designs as a cost-effective alternative for above-knee amputees.
AEGIS TF features include:
- 3mm thick.
- Retrofit into existing socket designs.
- Made of soft, strong silicone.
- Five sizes available.
- Locking or cushion versions.
- Flexible shuttle with locking liners.
- Durable fabric cover.
- Very competitively priced.
ESP LLC
888.932.7377
http://wearesp.com
Educational DVD for Special Needs Kids
"Fun With The ABC's" DVD from Little Horizons Inc. is an animated learning adventure embracing special needs children that delivers education through entertainment. Share the experience with your waiting room visitors.
Little ones will love dancing and singing along to the fun music and rhymes as they journey through this visually exciting presentation. They will soar through the sky into outer space, visit the North Pole, explore the depths of the jungle, take a train ride into the Wild West, race off toward the finish line, or dive deep beneath the sea.
Little Horizons Inc.
786.566.7815
www.littlehorizons.com