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From Paré to Prosthesis: Exploring Modern Innovation in O&P

Posted by SPS on Jul 1, 2021 9:11:00 AM

In the 16th century, conventional wisdom for treating patients with bullet wounds abided by the Galenic system, which was dedicated to theory rather than empirical knowledge. The lack of clinical evidence led to painful treatment of bullet wounds as gunpowder was assumed to be poisonous to the body. To nullify the poison, boiling oil was poured into the wound.

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Topics: O&P Industry, SPS Xpress

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5 Reasons to Join an O&P Professional Association

Posted by SPS on Jun 30, 2021 9:00:00 AM

A sense of community plays an important role on our mental and physical health. This topic has been studied extensively since the 80s, with interesting findings ranging from reducing disease recovery time to improving longevity by 50%. Every new finding highlights the importance of taking stock of the communities you belong to, or identifying communities you would like to join.

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Topics: O&P Industry, Trade Association

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SPS Check-in: Interview with VP of Operations Coleson Chase

Posted by SPS on Jun 2, 2021 11:29:35 AM

Welcome to the 9th episode of The SPS Check-in. In this video, Sales Director Jamie Seabold chats about the hurdles of the past 14 months with Vice President of Operations Coleson Chase. They cover efforts to streamline shipping and reveal new updates coming to the website.

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Topics: O&P Industry, News, SPS Check-in

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Meet Our 2021 SPS Scholarship Recipients!

Posted by SPS on Apr 28, 2021 2:30:02 PM

Please join us in congratulating this year's SPS Student Scholarship Recipient's, Sophia Mancini and Jaime Purdie! Both students are enrolled in Eastern Michigan's Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics programs in Ypsilanti, Michigan. 

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Topics: O&P Industry, Scholarship

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Making Education a Priority in O&P

Posted by SPS on Apr 21, 2021 2:47:20 PM

Continuing education in the orthotics and prosthetic industry is a concept that originated many years before a national accrediting body evaluated O&P education programs. Those in this industry knew that if they wanted to continue to excel in their field, they would need to adapt and grow their knowledge to produce better outcomes for their patients.

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Topics: O&P Industry, SPS Xpress

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Faces of SPS: Meet Liz Hillen

Posted by SPS on Apr 13, 2021 12:30:05 PM

Liz Hillen joined SPS in 2019 as a licensed Prosthetist and Orthotist and Clinical Specialist with over 25 years  of service within the O&P industry.  She provides up-to-date developments of orthotic education as well as supports and educates on prosthetic technologies. 

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Topics: O&P Industry, SPS Xpress

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Faces of SPS: Meet Jamie Seabold

Posted by SPS on Apr 13, 2021 12:28:16 PM

Jamie Seabold joined SPS in 2010 as a sales manager covering the central region, and was promoted to northeast regional sales manager in 2017. Now as director of sales, he oversee the entire SPS sales staff while developing new strategies for growth. 

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Topics: O&P Industry, SPS Xpress

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Ottobock Vertical Shock Feet: More than a foot, a foundation.

Posted by SPS on Mar 18, 2021 2:19:28 PM

Ottobock offers two great options in its expansive foot portfolio – Triton Vertical Shock and Taleo Vertical Shock.

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Topics: O&P Industry, Sponsored, Product Feature

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The Clinical Minute: Elevate Dynamics AFO1 FreeFlow

Posted by SPS on Mar 15, 2021 5:22:25 PM

Welcome to The Clinical Minute, where we provide short overviews of orthotic and prosthetic devices. In this segment, Clinical Consultant Liz Hillen, M.Ed., CPO, LPO, provides a detailed look at the Elevate Dynamics AFO1 FreeFlow.

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Topics: O&P Industry, Clinical Services, The Clinical Minute, Orthotics

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Faces of SPS: Meet Sam Brouillette

Posted by SPS on Jan 4, 2021 2:23:00 PM

Sam Brouillette, CP, CFo celebrated his 10th work anniversary here at SPS this year. Sam serves as the Manager of Clinical Education, where he travels all over the United States, educating clinicians in the O&P industry.

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Topics: O&P Industry, SPS Xpress, Policy & Regulation

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