Digital Edition Several recent studies suggest that cranial remolding orthotic (CRO) treatment is more effective than repositioning alone for infants who have a diagnosis of a deformational head shape. Learn about the recommended age for CRO intervention, results from CRO…
Year: 2018
September/ October 2018 O&P Visionary
Ralph W. Nobbe, CPO Experienced O&P businessman and clinician advocates for O&P licensure, prompt pay laws, and clinician volunteerism Recently, I received an email request from AOPA Executive Director Tom Fise, JD, with the subject line, “Would you consider?” He…
September/ October 2018 State by State
State by State A recap from the AOPA State Reps meeting at the 2018 AOPA National Assembly in Vancouver Multiple State Alert Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Illinois, BCBS Montana, BCBS New Mexico, BCBS Oklahoma, BCBS Texas, and Health Care…
September/ October 2018 Research: Clinical Effectiveness of a Novel Hydrostatic Casting Method for Transfemoral Amputees: Results from the First 64 Patients
Clinical Effectiveness of a Novel Hydrostatic Casting Method for Transfemoral Amputees: Results From the First 64 Patients By Andrea G. Cutti, PhD; Giovanni Osti; Gian Luca Migliore; Dimitri Cardin; Fabio Venturoli; and Gennaro Verni Introduction The socket is the most…
September/ October 2018 Research: Mobile Technology: Empowering Prosthesis Wearers To Problem-Solve Socket Fit Issues
Mobile Technology: Empowering Prosthesis Wearers To Problem-Solve Socket Fit Issues By Daniel J. Lee, PT, DPT, GCS The Problem A client is in the early stages of prosthesis wearing. The prosthetist has educated the client on how to self-manage the…
September/ October 2018 Cover Story: C-Fab Solutions
C-Fab Solutions Tips for utilizing central fabrication in your clinical practice to enhance your operations By Renee Lewis, BSE, CO, CPA Central fabrication (c-fab) facilities are an excellent resource for fulfilling the custom fabrication needs of orthotic and prosthetic clinicians.…
O&P News Special Announcement
O&P News Special Announcement The American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA) continues its stride toward innovation by creating an online presentation and platform for O&P News. With an efficient website and click-ready flip-book, advertisers are more likely to garner viewership…
August 2018 Cover Story: The Importance of Wound Care for Limb Loss Patients
The Importance of Wound Care for Limb Loss Patients Knowledge of proper treatment of wounds is essential for both health-care professionals and O&P patients. Individuals who experience limb loss must undergo several stages of wound healing. During the process, these…
August 2018 Tech Tips
3-D Tech The latest innovations in 3-D printing will be explored at the AOPA National Assembly Are you looking for an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of 3-D printing? Then you won’t want to miss the full-day program,…
August 2018 Research: Advantages and Disadvantages of Microprocessor-Controlled Prosthetic Ankles
Advantages and Disadvantages of Microprocessor-Controlled Prosthetic Ankles By Brian Kaluf, CP, FAAOP, and Cody Smith, CO One component that is a common denominator for all lower-limb prosthesis users is the ankle-foot component, which interacts with the ground-reaction force and affects…