Product Showcases
October 2013
Introducing the Stride4 Shadow from Becker Oregon
The Stride4™ Shadow is a lightweight KAFO that combines structural strength and cosmetic appeal with the new Stride4 mechanical stance control orthotic knee joint from Becker Orthopedic.
Stride4 features include:
- Three operation modes: stance control, free motion, and locked with stance phase knee flexion.
- Four-bar linkage mechanism to afford stability and mimic anatomical knee motion.
- Integrated extension assist.
The inherent rigidity of the Stride4 Shadow ensures that optimal joint alignment and function is maintained throughout the gait cycle.
Becker Oregon
800.866.7522
www.beckerorthopedic.com
New From College Park—Endo Components
College Park Industries has increased its offerings to include a line of commonly used endoskeletal components. Utilizing knowledge from 25 years of material research and product design, these endo components are carefully engineered for structural integrity and noise abatement. Tested to the highest quality standards, the endo components perfectly complement the performance and outcomes that College Park prosthetic feet are known for.
College Park Industries
800.728.7950
www.college-park.com
The Plié 2.0 is the World’s Most Responsive MPC Knee
By integrating high-performance processing capabilities and a cutting-edge hydraulic system, the Plié® 2.0 is the most responsive MPC knee ever developed. Rapid reaction to changes in gait allows users to stay in stance phase longer, take small steps in confined spaces, and change walking speeds more fluidly. The result is a knee that provides increased stability and safety from falls while performing naturally and comfortably. The Plié 2.0 is quickly and easily programmed using a software wizard. And as the first water-resistant microprocessor knee with a replaceable battery and a line of designer fairings, the Plié 2.0 offers a full range of benefits for both the clinician and end user.
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com
New WalkOn Reaction AFO from Ottobock!
Lightweight, low profile, and extremely tough, the WalkOn® Reaction is a great solution for patients with dorsiflexion weakness. With an anteriorly placed calf cuff and longer strut, the WalkOn Reaction uses ground reaction forces to help extend the user's knee. Like other Ottobock WalkOns, the Reaction is fabricated from a prepreg advanced carbon composite and helps users walk more naturally. Fitting is fast and easy, as is donning and doffing. Your patient gets great support, smooth rollover, and comfort all in one.
Ottobock
800.328.4058
www.ottobockus.com
K2 Foot from Fillauer LLC
Features include:
- Specifically engineered for K2 patients.
- Unique flexible keel/multiaxis design.
- Flexible, impact-reducing design.
- Roll-over shape (ROS) designed for a natural gait.
- Compliant dynamics for comfort and stability.
- Positive-lock foot shell interface for stability.
- Simple, maintenance-free design.
- Foot comes assembled in the foot shell for an easy, out-of-the-box fit.
Fillauer LLC
800.251.6398
www.fillauer.com
Just the Right Fit
Every client is different. For the exceptionally active client in need of transtibial suspension, Syncor's Durasleeve HD is constructed of the highest-quality, heavyduty neoprene for exceptional durability. Limited dexterity creates its own challenges, and the Durasleeve EZ meets them with the security of a virtually failsafe suction system, yet it is easy to don and doff.
All Durasleeve designs are constructed with uncompromising air-tight integrity. Outside, seams are reinforced with color-matched blind stitching. Inside, our exclusive, patented reinforcement panel minimizes wear. Custom orders are always welcome through your Syncor supplier.
Syncor Ltd.
920.435.1199
New Spectrum Slim
Orthomerica® Products is pleased to introduce the new Spectrum Slim™-now heat adjustable-a valuable addition to our Spectrum™ AFO product line. This slimmer and sleeker eye-catching gauntlet is designed to allow your patients a greater range of shoe options. The Spectrum Slim is ideal for patients who find standard gauntlets challenging to get into a shoe. Its low-profile design makes donning and doffing much easier for the patient, and its soft leather offers maximum comfort. The Spectrum Slim is available in black or tan leather or black or white synthetic material.
Orthomerica
877.737.8444
www.orthomerica.com
medi USA Launches the New Panthera CF II Foot
medi is proud to announce a new addition to the innovative Panthera family of feet: the Panthera CF II-adaptable to the individual needs of the K3 or K4 amputee.
Features and benefits include:
- Finely adjustable heel and forefoot resistance via trimmable elastomer inserts.
- medi Torsion Flex Control provides multiaxial compliance via integrated elastomer layers.
- Early plantar contact for increased stability.
- Vertical shock absorption provides greater comfort.
- Fluid rollover and dynamic toe-off due to the continuous carbon spring.
medi USA
800.633.6334
www.mediusa.com
Hersco Ortho Labs Announces the New Tri Lam Custom Foot Orthotics
Hersco has a new line of Tri Lam custom foot orthotics with several material choices. Tri Lam technology layers materials of different durometers, giving the practitioner the ability to vary thickness and shock absorption. Hersco Tri Lams include Plastazote and PPT for accommodative devices, or more durable Sky for active patients. You can also choose the base layer of firmer cork or softer EVA.
More information and pictures are available on our website. Certified pedorthists are ready to answer any questions you may have regarding our custom products.
Hersco Ortho Labs
800.301.8275
www.hersco.com
Coyote Composite
Coyote Composite is an ideal replacement for braided carbon fiber in prosthetic and orthotic laminations. It's made from basalt (volcanic rock), which is tougher and more flexible than carbon for more comfort in prosthetic sockets and orthotic bracing. The inert nature of this material has less inhalant risk and causes less irritation to the skin than alternatives.
Features include:
- Extreme durability.
- Tougher than fiberglass.
- Safer, with less itch than carbon.
- Easy to use for rigid or flexible layups.
- Can be used with traditional or flexible resins.
Coyote Design
800.819.5980
www.coyotedesign.com
Tamarack Introduces the GlideWear Prosthetic Liner Patch
A new low-friction fabric technology dramatically reduces friction and related shear forces between the skin and prosthesis. GlideWear™ prosthetic liner patches are indicated for amputees who encounter irritation and skin breakdown from prosthetic liner and socket use. Simply position the patch between the prosthetic liner and skin each day for continuous protection. Choose from two sizes. GlideWear prosthetic liner patches are sold in a pack of two patches.
Becker Orthopedic
800.521.2192
www.beckerorthopedic.com
Fit, Finish, and Roll...with the New Freedom DynAdapt
The Freedom DynAdapt™ foot is a slim-profile, carbon-fiber foot system with a slender, anatomic design for easy fit and finish. Its multiaxial function provides maximum comfort and the uninterrupted strands of carbon fiber in the full-length heel provide patients with effortless rollover and a more natural gait. The new EnduraCore™ Technology composite laminate delivers up to three times the fatigue life of a standard laminate in a design that also returns more energy. The result is a highly durable product that preserves users' energy so they can do more with confidence.
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com
Endolite Introduces the avalon
The avalon foot provides 12° of controlled ankle motion, allowing the user to safely negotiate stairs, ramps, and environmental obstacles with increased confidence and security.
Benefits include:
- Dorsiflexes from midstance to toe off for a smooth rollover.
- Remains dorsiflexed through swing phase for improved toe clearance, to minimize the risk of falls.
- Provides a more natural gait; reduces the need to compensate by hip hiking, circumduction, or lifting the knee to clear the toe during swing phase.
- Biomimetic ankle motion encourages equal loading during ambulation, which leads to less stress and thereby preserves the sound side.
Endolite
800.548.3534
www.endolite.com
Introducing Evolution’s New Unity Plate
Evolution's new Unity Plate works with Össur's
Unity system and our locking seals.
Evolution Industries, Inc.
888.839.6213
www.evoii.com
SLEEQ
medi USA is proud to introduce the SLEEQ® series of spinal bracing solutions. The SLEEQ Spinal Therapy System's InvisAdjust™ technology enables a universal fit for nearly all patients while dramatically reducing the hassle and cost of unwanted inventory. SLEEQ's state-of-the-art TruGlide™ tightening makes it easy to achieve optimal compression for the most effective pain relief. The advanced eco-friendly Q-Lex™ OrthoSport Material promotes air flow to keep patients cool and dry. The low-profile ventilated AeroFlex™ support system automatically conforms to the patient's anatomy for a custom fit, providing optimum comfort and pain management or operative treatment support.
medi USA
800.633.6334
www.mediusa.com
New: Moore Balance Brace
The Moore Balance Brace (MBB) is a new product that may be used as an integral part of a comprehensive fall-prevention program. The MBB was designed to be lightweight, easy to don and doff, easily fit into a variety of footwear, and flexible enough to allow for some dorsiflexion/plantarflexion during the gait cycle.
Find out more about this exciting new product and how it can be used to help our ever-growing senior population.
Arizona AFO
877.780.8382
www.arizonaafo.com
Ishi Archery Prosthetic Sports Accessory Terminal Device
TRS has just introduced the Ishi archery terminal device designed to fit modern compound bows and traditional-style bows. An offset flexible aperture captures the bow's handle which allows the bow to cradle comfortably for perfect arrow alignment. A ratchet strap and buckle lightly secure the bow in place. The Ishi weighs only 6 ounces, bows up to 45 pounds of draw weight, and is made for archers five years old and above. The Ishi mounts right or left handed and has a USA standard threaded mounting prosthetic connector.
TRS Inc.
800.279.1865
www.oandp.com/trs
The New Kinterra Foot/Ankle System is Extraordinarily Normal
Kinterra™ combines hydraulics and carbon-fiber technology to provide K3 ambulators with 12° of motion and an exceptionally normal walking gait-regardless of surface angle or speed. The result is rock-solid stability and the confidence for users to choose a new path.
Kinterra's articulating ankle provides:
- Improved stability and safety, especially on slopes and varied terrain.
- Reduced socket pressure for healthier residual limbs.
- Enhanced comfort while sitting or squatting.
- Increased ground contact and a more symmetrical gait.
See the Kinterra in action on our website.
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com
Mauch Knee by Össur. A Great Alternative to an MPK.
Mauch Knee® offers similar energy efficiency to certain MPK knees. Plus, it is compatible with a wide variety of dynamic Flex-Foot® feet, like the new Vari-Flex® XC Rotate™. And with our 30-day no obligation trial, trying one is easy.
Features include:
- Clinically proven, adjustable stance flexion enables precise comfort and shock absorption.
- Unique manual locking mechanism provides stance security when needed.
- Optional, high-viscosity cylinder ensures stability on stairs, ramps, and level ground.
- New three-year warranty.
Össur
800.233.6263
www.ossur.com
Mt. Emey Accommodative Custom Foot Orthotics
Our accommodative foot orthotics are specially designed for patients with foot deformities. We offer a variety of materials for foot conditions such as neuropathy, Charcot foot, edema, or amputation; or conditions resulting from health issues like obesity, diabetes, sports injuries, or heart conditions. Custom-made foot orthotics provide support and relief wherever necessary. Apis provides you with a free 3D camera to eliminate impressions or casting- now it's just a push of a button. Fulfill all of your pedorthic needs under one roof. Call our friendly customer service representatives for more information or free samples.
Apis Footwear Co.
888.937.2747
www.bignwideshoes.com
Endolite is Now Offering a Free Guide to Medicare, Audits, and Planning Ahead
The guide provides information about:
- Terms to know.
- Types of audits.
- Planning ahead.
- The RAC audit process.
- And more!
Ask your Endolite territory manager about getting your guide today.
Endolite
800.548.3534
www.endolite.com
The Power Couple: Your Formula for Success with Stance Control
PreStride™ demonstrates stance control's capability and FullStride™ delivers it to the patient.
The formula for success in the application of a stance control orthosis (SCO) is tied to a thorough patient assessment. The PreStride stance control assessment orthosis allows the orthotist to evaluate the patient in various component configurations to determine the optimal setup before fabricating the definitive FullStride SCO.
Becker Orthopedic
800.521.2192
www.beckerorthopedic.com
Maximum Shock Value—with the New Freedom Agilix
The Freedom Agilix™ is a multiaxial, shock-absorbing, flexible foot system designed to manage loading impacts, reduce socket shear forces, and improve comfort while walking on nearly any terrain. The ultra-lightweight design offers low-impact K3 ambulators shockingly comfortable performance at a value like no other. Learn more about the Agilix on our website.
Freedom Innovations
888.818.6777
www.freedom-innovations.com
Optimize Your Foot Orthotic Services
Amfit is a world leader in technology for digital casting, design, and fabrication of custom foot orthotic devices. The process allows a user to quickly cast and create a full custom product quickly, accurately, and at low-cost. Choose from two 3D scanners-the Contact Digitizer™ or Impress Scanner-and combine with an on-site Amfit CAD/CAM Mill or Amfit Lab Services offered by our skilled technicians. Correct & Confirm™ design software allows detailed prescriptions to be easily satisfied. Amfit combines cutting-edge technology and more than 25 years of experience serving foot care professionals worldwide.
Amfit Inc.
800.356.3668
www.amfit.com
COBRA Softball TD
TRS introduces the COBRA SB11 softball-throwing prosthetic sports accessory and terminal device. Following up on the success of the revolutionary COBRA HB baseball-throwing TD introduced this year, the COBRA SB11 is specifically designed for throwing softballs with an 11-inch circumference. The COBRA SB11 is completely adjustable for traditional overhand throws or for tossing or pitching underhand in fast-pitch or slow-pitch softball. The COBRA SB11 comes in black, weighs 9.5 oz. (270g), and is 8 in. (20cm) long when fully extended. A regulation softball and tuning instructions are included.
TRS Inc.
800.279.1865
www.oandp.com/trs
SoftSHELL Covers for Allard USA’s KiddieGAIT and KiddieROCKER
Features include:
- The comfort of SoftKIT
- Fun covers just for kids!
- Cool, grey skulls
- Cute, pink hearts
- Available for Youth Sizes, S-XL
Allard USA
888.678.6548
www.allardusa.com
WillowWood Silicone Liners for Transfemoral Amputees
Positive feedback about our silicone liners and our symmetrical profile made the creation of an Alpha Silicone AK Liner an easy decision. Our unique blend of medical-grade silicone, vitamin E, and skin conditioners yields a smooth, nongreasy, and nontacky surface that is comfortable against the skin.
Our symmetrical profile provides extra protection to the distal femur and allows the liner to be rotated for extended wear. The profile allows the liner to retrofit with both the Alpha Hybrid AK Liner and Alpha Classic AK Liner with symmetrical profiles.
WillowWood
800.848.4930
www.willowwoodco.com
Hersco Ortho Labs Announces the Patented Arch Suspender from Richie Labs
The medial Arch Suspender is an innovation that provides an adjustable lifting strap under the talonavicular joint to resist collapse of the medial arch and ankle and hindfoot eversion. This modification is indicated for severe PTTD and severe pronation disorders of the hindfoot.
The lateral Arch Suspender resists ankle or hindfoot inversion. Indications include peroneal tendinopathy and varus deformity of the ankle and rearfoot.
Casting methods and tips are available on our website. Certified pedorthists are available to answer questions regarding Richie products.
Hersco Ortho Labs
800.301.8275
www.hersco.com
NUPOC Master's in Prosthetics-Orthotics
Accepting Applications Now!
Begin your P&O career at NUPOC! Learn from leaders in the P&O profession! The NUPOC MPO is a 21-month graduate curriculum that prepares you to enter an accredited residency, sit for certification examinations, and become a P&O practitioner.
The online portion of the program includes live and streamed lectures, videoconference discussions, group projects, and case-study sessions that help you learn, apply, and review knowledge.
The on-campus practicum offers supervised opportunities to practice technical and clinical skills with patient models who have neuromusculoskeletal impairments.
Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center
Feinberg School of Medicine
NUPOC
312.503.5700
www.nupoc.northwestern.edu
MasterCraft Hosiery
Tired of throwing away too many nylon seconds? Try our MasterCraft hosiery! Essential to your O&P applications, from laminations to pulling plastic, these nylons will help make fabrication easier. Made with first-quality nylon, our open-toe nylons reduce your throwaways! Available in a 1-lb. box of approximately 80 nylons, or a 5-lb. box of approximately 400 nylons.
Call for e-mail for more information.
Comfort Products
800.822.7500
www.comfortoandp.com