Total Patient Care: Just A Dream? - December 2003

OSSUR’S LP CETERUS: Maximum Performance with Minimal Clearance

Ossur announces the introduction of the LP Ceterus, a foot for amputees who seek advanced features, but require a low build height. The LP Ceterus is a low- profile option with benefits such as rotation, shock absorption and exceptional energy return.

The LP Ceterus incorporates:

• Proportional Response providing maximum efficiency for each weight/impact level
• CarbonX® Active Heel delivering shock absorption, stress reduction, and energy return
• Full-Length Toe Lever ensuring equal stride length
• Split-Toe Design compensating for uneven terrain

Ceterus, and its newest variation--LP Ceterus--deliver performance and function, emulating natural, able-bodied movement. These products offer the range of freedom to engage in a wide variety of activities.

For more information, contact:

Ossur
800.233.6263
www.ossur.com

New Options Sports Introduces VelPlush

New Options Sports Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of a new neoprene material - VeLPlush. This neoprene, with its soft, velvety feel, is also perforated to make it breathable and much cooler than other types of neoprene.

New Options Sports has four products showcasing this new material: Wristlets--LMS 59, LMS 60 and LMS 68-- and this month's featured item: The Arm-adillo" S5 Shoulder Stabilizer.

For more information, contact:

New Options Sports Inc.
800.872.5488
www.newoptions-sports.com

MBE Knee Immobilizer

The MBE knee immobilizer has been proven over time as one of the industry's most effective products.

It begins with four heights (16", 19", 22", 25")--all with a universal circumference. Materials include a 3/8" soft trimmable foam, 4" elastic patella cover, 1" alternating Velcro closures, 322-lb break-strength nylon plastic loops, and seven malleable aluminum stays.

It's this type of product that has made U.S. Orthotics one of the industry leaders in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of orthopedic products. Competitively priced, U.S. Orthotics products are preferred by those who provide the best care for their patients.

For more information, contact:

U.S. Orthotics
800.825.5228
www.usorthotics.com

SPS Provides P-POD Pediatric Line

SPS announces the immediate availability of P-POD pediatric components from Ohio Willow Wood. The P-POD product line includes: P-POD Alpha® Liners, P-POD feet, and P-POD endoskeletal and exoskeletal components.

Ohio Willow Wood studied extensively how children walk in various stages of physical development and vigorously lab tested to assure issues of skin sensitivity, abrasion due to crawling, etc. were addressed and conquered. P-POD feet and components have been ISO-tested to a patient weight limit of 132 lbs.

Plans to add new components to give pediatric patients the best possible function are in the works. SPS and Ohio Willow Wood promise big benefits for your small patients!

SPS Gives Warm, Fuzzy Feeling with Fleece and Code Tip

SPS announces the verdict of the AOPA Coding Committees review of the Renegade" foot from Freedom Innovations Inc., an all-carbon fiber shock system delivering maintenance-free extra-lightweight vertical shock absorption. Following detailed evaluation and analysis of design and performance of the Renegade shock against the Medical descriptors of the L-Codes for lower extremity prosthetics, use of L-5987 (all lower extremity prosthesis, shank foot system with vertical loading pylon) is recommended when filing for
reimbursement.

As a gesture of appreciation to customers, SPS will provide a Free Fleece Blanket with the purchase of each Renegade foot on orders placed between October 22, 2003 and December 31, 2003. Visit www.spsco.com/specials.html for details. For more information contact:

SPS
800.767.7776
Molly Taylor, Customer Service, ext. 245

For technical questions, contact:
Jeff Green, Manager, Technical Services
800.767.7776, ext. 141
www.spsco.com

Fillauer Says: You Don’t Have To Big To Be Mighty!

MightyMite ® Feet Feature:

• Smooth appearance
• Shaped ankle
• Reinforced sole and maple keel for durability
• "Webbed" between great and second toe to allow modification for sandals
• Medium durometer heel

MightyMite Feet are manufactured for Fillauer and Hosmer by Kingsley.

For more information, contact:

Fillauer Inc.
800.251.6398
www.fillauer.com

Seattle Systems Littig Hip System Raises Bar for Amputees

Seattle Systems Inc. proudly introduces the improved Littig Hip System", offering a new level of comfort and mobility to hip disarticulation and hemipelvectomy amputees. Invented by Dave Littig, CP, for Seattle Systems, the innovative design of the Littig Hip System supports better outcomes.

Unique to the product is its energy-storing design and adjustability. A flexible carbon-composite strut absorbs, captures, and releases energy generated in simple weight-bearing movement, such as walking. The Seattle Systems Littig Hip System minimizes gait deviations, including stride vaulting and hip hiking. One simple adjustment allows the practitioner to easily and quickly achieve an optimum hip joint/socket relationship.

For more information contact:

Seattle Systems, Inc.
800.248.6463
www.seattle-systems.com

Patients Appreciate New Auxiliary Belts Available from Knit-Rite

Prosthetists are finding more of their patients appreciate having an auxiliary belt, according to Knit-Rite Inc., distributor for the Power Belt line. "These belts uniquely squeeze the prosthesis to the wearer's body. The power from high-denier Lycra spandex, is the key," according to Mark Smith, CP, developer of the product. "The product helps stabilize the soft-tissue envelope--for anyone who wears it. As a result, all levels of above-knee patients report that their prosthesis feels more like a part of them, that they have greater control. We have found that more patients embrace this belt. Even those to whom in the past, a belt would not have been provided, welcome this one, especially for longer distance walking situations such as going to the ballpark. The fact that the material is exceptionally thin and cool, yet very strong and durable, makes it easy to wear as well," he reports. The company has announced that prosthetists' requests have led to new styles, including a universal left or right with a "gunslinger" waist, a bilateral, a new leg-opening option to assist donning, and a new hand loop on the original Power Belt.

For more information, contact:

Knit-Rite
800.821.3094
www.knitrite.com

CPI Venture Integrates Adjustable Stride Control

The new College Park Venture successfully integrates high-performance function with a customizable design that is comfortable to wear -- all day, everyday. The Venture features Adjustable Stride Control", which allows prosthetists to customize an individual's gait. The Stride Control adjuster is located on the ankle bone and determines preload on the bumpers. It provides gait adjustment of plantar and dorsiflexion resistance without the need to change soft components. 

Adjustable Stride Control helps provide the Venture with the versatility required for active lifestyles. Welcome the CPI Venture: The Ultimate Fusion of Power and Agility!

For more information, contact:

College Park Industries
800.728.7950
www.college-park.com