Welcome to part two of a four-part series where I share my experience of helping the loveable Brutus with the help from the amazing O&P technician students from St. Petersburg College School of Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology.

The Thuasne USA’s SpryStep AFO series is comprised of a unique blend of composite materials to create a precise balance of strength and flexibility. In this series of The Clinical Minute, SPS Clinical Marketing Consultant Liz Hillen, M.Ed., C/LPO, discusses this durable AFO range with Thuasne USA Area Director of Clinical Education Jak Kesselring, CO, MSPO.

Welcome to part one of a four-part series where I share my experience of helping the loveable Brutus with the help from the amazing O&P technology students from St. Petersburg College. 

The SPS Check-in features news about SPS, the O&P industry, business trends, and changes to the regulation environment. In this episode, Sales Director Jamie Seabold talks with Vice President of Operations Coleson Chase about our supply chain optimization strategy. 

Hanger Institute recently published the results of Stability and Falls Evaluation after AMPutation (SAFE-AMP), which focused on microprocessor-controlled knee technology for diabetic and dysvascular patients with above-knee amputations. The study was published in Assisted Technology Journal, and was conducted by members of Hanger Clinic’s Clinical and Scientific Affairs Department: Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP(D); Taavy Miller, PhD, CPO; Phillip Stevens, MEd, CPO, FAAOP; and James Campbell, PhD.

SPS is one of the largest distributors of orthotic and prosthetic devices in the United States, and we carry so much more. We strive to be a one-stop-shop with over 400K+ products in inventory, including fab supplies, footwear, PPE, compression garments, and patient aids. With so many options, it can be overwhelming to find the exact product you're looking for. 

Microprocessor knees (MPKs) provide a perfect balance of situational stability and agility for patients. Imagine an old parking lot that slopes and is cluttered with potholes and speed bumps. The simple task of walking to a car across this ramshackle lot can be physically and mentally demanding for users of mechanical knees. Concentration is required for calculating the safest route to take and precise movement is needed to carefully maneuver over obstacles.

In this episode of The Clinical Minute, SPS Clinical Consultant Liz Hillen, M.Ed., CPO, discusses the AFO1 HelixBand with Elevate Dynamics Clinical Product Education Manager Greg Steward, CPO.

Being able to manage volume variations in the residual limb adequately is essential for comfortably and safely wearing a prosthesis.

It can be tricky to find the perfect pair of shoes that will work with your patient's ankle foot orthosis, or AFOs. That's why Apex Shoes has put together this guide for selecting footwear for your patients. Whether you're looking for a shoe that is designed to accommodate a custom AFO for a specific condition, or you just need something that is a little better fitting for their current AFO, this guide can help.