Humanitarian Journeys - February 2009

Becker Oregon Your Source for Central Fabrication

Did you know that Becker Oregon offers traditional thermoplastic and metal-and-leather AFOs and KAFOs?

What to expect from Becker Oregon:

• Highly trained technicians.
• Highest standards of workmanship and unsurpassed service.
• Competitive pricing.
• Quick turnaround times.
• Guaranteed customer satisfaction.

Consider Becker Oregon for your next custom orthosis.

Becker Oregon A Becker Orthopedic Company
800.866.7522
www.beckerorthopedic.com

Client Inspired, Prosthetist Designed

The Syncor Original TES Belt was designed to meet the needs of clients with above-the-knee amputations. Its user-friendly design includes a hand loop for easy application and a replaceable Velcro® closure. The Original TES Belt is low profile and has an anti-roll, anti-bunch panel. Reinforced, color-matched seams extend the life of the hand-washable belt.

The Silesian design evens out stress and eliminates the pull-down feeling associated with girdle-style belts. A wide, 360-degree textured cuff grips with no air leaks, and a proportional adductor panel increases suspension capabilities. Sizes from infant to XXL. Custom orders are welcome.

Syncor Ltd.
920.435.1199

New from Ossur The Iceross Transfemoral Seal-In X5

Transfemoral amputees can now appreciate why transtibial amputees are so taken with the new Iceross® Seal-In® X5 liner, which doesn't require troublesome donning procedures, yet results in an airtight seal that conforms to the residual limb and the internal socket wall. This proprietary design with five incorporated seals ensures firm, pure suction, allowing for unprecedented function without sacrificing stability, comfort, or skin health. The integrated, full-length matrix supports the seals during donning to prevent elongation of the distal tissue, while maintaining step-in-and-go convenience.

Ossur Americas
800.233.6263
www.ossur.com

SPS Offers Plié MPC Knee Course

SPS is offering a four-hour hands-on course on the Plié MPC Knee® from Freedom Innovations.

Advanced hydraulic engineering and optimization of microprocessor programming allows the Plié Knee to make nearly instantaneous adjustments related to knee position and velocity. Reacting ten times faster than the blink of an eye, Plié provides precise response to actual gait dynamics as they occur, rather than a step behind. The Plié Knee frees users from concentrating on their stability, allowing them to regain enjoyment of the world around them.

See our ad in the advertisers' section at right for more information.

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

Trans-Femoral Rotator (TFR) Available at SPS

Rotation of the shin section of the prosthesis relative to the socket is a given with the new TFR 300, available through SPS.

The TFR 300 allows cross-legged sitting and makes it easier to get into and out of tight spaces, such as cars or airplanes. The smooth, one-handed, push-button operation and secure-locking mechanism ensure confident, easy operation.

The TFR 300 provides 360 degrees of rotation in a lightweight (6 oz.), low-profile (0.85-in. build height) package. It is applicable for users weighing less than 300 lb. who need greater flexibility/access in tight areas.

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

KiddieGAIT—The Latest ToeOFF Product

KiddieGAIT^TM is an engineered composite frame with anterior shell, lateral strut, and an energy-reflecting footplate with open calcaneus, all designed to allow customization of the frame into a ground-reaction AFO or a partial-foot prosthesis. The energy-reflecting properties of this system reduce the amount of energy required to lift and move the foot forward.

The anterior shell design triggers enhanced "position in space" proprioceptive response and assists in management of proximal deficits by helping to overcome either knee hyperextension or crouch gait. Functional environments can be created that supplement gait function instead of immobilizing and inhibiting function.

Allard USA
888.678.6548
www.allardusa.com

Euro International Introduces the Rotation Adapter

Euro International is proud to introduce the new Rotation Adapter, REF# 10A10/T, by Streifeneder ortho.production. Made of titanium, the Rotation Adapter allows your patients to easily maneuver everyday tasks with more comfort and ease. It has a proximal adjustment core and a distal adjustment-core acceptance. It weighs in at just 195g (0.429 lb.), and the press button activates the rotating mechanism and contains an automatic locking system, which gives patients security. The maximum weight is 125kg (275 lb.), and it has an effective height of 34mm. 

Euro International
800.378.2480
www.eurointl.com

Gear Up with Pathfinder II

The Pathfinder^®II foot's unique triangular design is the key to its outstanding performance. The design provides shock absorption during heel strike without diminishing energy return of the toe spring. The result is optimal flexibility, stability, and comfort.

The Pathfinder II is ideal for active amputees. Feedback during clinical testing resulted in the foot receiving high marks for durability and function. Patient weight limits: 300 lb. for Level 4 and 350 lb. for Level 3.

Other features include:

• Choice of five proximal adapters.
• 36-month warranty.
• A high-activity foot shell with nine-month warranty.

Ohio Willow Wood
800.848.4930
www.owwco.com

College Park's New Accent Foot

The Accent Foot® provides a service-free option for individuals who desire a cosmetically appealing foot with an easy-to-adjust heel height to fit their daily needs.

• 2 in. (51mm) user-adjustable heel height.
• Dynamic Pylon and Integrated Pyramid options.
• Ankle Fairing for superior finishing.
• Sandal-toe Foot Shell.
• Service-free.
• Three firmness choices.

Accent: Adjustability to Fit Your Lifestyle.

College Park Industries
800.728.7950
www.college-park.com

New Hosmer Sfx Available from PEL Supply

The new Hosmer Sfx adds an adjustable stance-flexion feature to most endoskeletal knee-shin systems.

In addition, it provides:

• Improved stability and balance.
• Shock absorption for smoother gait.
• Adjustable stance-flexion resistance.
• A maximum of ten degrees of stance flexion.
• Three stiffness options.
• Proximal pyramid receiver and distal tube clamp for easy addition to most prostheses.
• Rated for 275 lb./125kg

PEL Supply Company
800.321.1264
www.pelsupply.com

3R80 Rotary Hydraulic Knee Joint

Otto Bock redesigned the 3R80 rotary hydraulic knee joint to deliver a higher level of stance-phase control, which boosts your patients confidence as they negotiate a variety of terrains. The new design makes it easier for patients to initiate flexion of the knee for swing phase.

The 3R80 is designed for patients who meet K3 or K4 activity levels and lead an active lifestyle.

Otto Bock HealthCare
800.328.4058
www.ottobockus.com

i-LIMB Hand in Stock at SPS

SPS stocks Touch Bionics revolutionary i-LIMB^TM Hand system through its U.S. distribution network.

The i-LIMB Hands uniqueness lies in its close assimilation to the human grip, with five fully articulating powered digits that move independent of one another. The exclusive thumb rotation enables numerous, previously unavailable grip configurations.

Field feedback indicates users demonstrate significant improvement in functionality, manual dexterity with smaller objects, and bimanual task completion. Many users report less fatigue from compensatory body movements that are associated with positioning the arm, shoulder, chest, and knees to facilitate grasping objects.

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

Becker Introduces the Model 1017 Automatic Angled Lever-Lock Knee Joint

Model 1017 is a modular, lever-lock knee joint with a locking mechanism that will automatically engage when the joint reaches full extension. The long, angled lever is easily operated by the patient and can be shortened or contoured to suit individual needs. In addition, Model 1017 comes with an optional anterior pull-cable that allows the patient to simultaneously disengage both locks when necessary.

Becker Orthopedic
800.521.2192
www.beckerorthopedic.com

Endolite Introduces the Epirus Multiaxial Foot

The Epirus Foot is a lightweight, low-profile, energy-storing foot with multiaxial rotation that is designed for low- to high-impact K3 amputees who may enjoy occasional recreational sports.

Features and benefits of the Epirus Foot:

• Multiaxial rotation with tripod stability system.
• Low-profile, energy-storing-and-return design.
• Biomimetically engineered to provide more natural ankle motion.
• Truly independent heel and toe.

Endolite
800.548.3534
www.endolite.com

SPS Offers Spinomed III

SPS customers who fell in love with the Spinomed® Brace will be pleased by the redesigned Spinomed III, which has been approved for L-Code L-0456.

Features include:

• Ability to mold in cold condition to most patients. Additional molding can be achieved with heat.
• Garment and rigid portions are customizable.
• Anti-migration straps and silicone beads keep brace in position.
• Full-width posterior panel and anterior panel are contained in moisture-wicking material and are removable as the patients condition improves.
• No restriction of shoulder and arm movement or thoracic and abdominal breathing.

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

The New Friddle’s Mini-Vac Vacuum System

Over the years, Friddles has provided the orthotics and prosthetics industry with top-quality, innovative products. The Mini-Vac Vacuum System is another standard-setting product. This vacuum system offers unmatched functionality and quality for your fabrication lab. Our low-maintenance unit is designed for convenience and longevity, using the finest materials and components available. This is a perfect match for our Vac-Max vacuum press. For professional supplies and products, always consider Friddles.

Friddles Orthopedic Appliances
800.528.9339
www.friddles.com

TRS Introduces the Golf Eagle TD

The new Golf Eagle is constructed of high-performance polyurethane and weighs six oz. It has a flexible channel that easily snaps onto the club shaft and pulls up into place on the club grip, adapting to a wide variety of grip styles.

The Eagle captures energy on the backswing and releases it at the bottom of the downswing, while contacting the ball and following through for improved power and driving distance.

Appropriate for right or left unilateral absence, but only for the leading hand.

TRS Inc.
800.279.1865
www.oandp.com/trs

S.W.A.S.H. Low Profile Provides Controlled Variable Abduction

SPS has immediate availability of the S.W.A.S.H.® (Sitting Walking And Standing Hip) orthosis. This unique orthosis uses a complex angular structure engineered to maintain good hip alignment, with the uprights following the pathways of femur motion.

While standing or walking, S.W.A.S.H. provides enough abduction to prevent scissoring and medial femoral rotation. As the hips are flexed into the sitting position, S.W.A.S.H. automatically abducts the hips into a tripod base for enhanced stability.

S.W.A.S.H. benefits include improved sitting and standing postures, stability, and for the ambulatory user, improved gait.

SPS
800.767.7776
www.spsco.com

Best Wound Care: Geritrex’s Antiseptic and Adhesive Dressings

Wound care centers trust Geritrex's tincture of benzoin product line because it provides effective skin protection. Available as a liquid (Benzoin Compound Tincture U.S.P.), topical spray (Sprayzoin^TM)  and unit dose pouch (Benz-Protect^TM), these antiseptic formulas help toughen skin and increase adhesion of bandages, without irritation. Surgeons, orthopedists, orthotists, and prosthetists use Geritrex's benzoin product line and say that it helps shield skin during the healing process.

You may purchase Benzoin Compound Tincture U.S.P., Sprayzoin, and Benz-Protect through wholesalers, specialty distributors, or direct. Call today to order your free product sample!

Geritrex
800.736.3437
www.geritrex.com

Restore Function with the Allsport Wrist

Allsport Wrist^TM products help restore functional and structural characteristics of the wrist that have been negatively affected by injury. All Allsport Wrist models are designed to enable patients to return to activities sooner, while reducing the risk of reinjury, even in activities with a high incidence of wrist trauma. The patented biaxial articulating hinge system limits extension and flexion, as well as ulnar and radial deviation. The open-palm design is comfortable and limits the obstruction of the patients grip. The rigid dorsal frame provides stability and support. Available in custom and off-the-shelf models.

Allsport Dynamics
800.594.5350
www.allsportdynamics.com

Apis Custom Shoe Program

 Can't get the custom shoes to fit? Apis now offers the solution! For a flat fee per pair (one pair of custom-made inserts included), pick any style from the catalog. More than 70 styles are available. Don't fit? Don't pay!

• Semi-surgical opening, surgical opening, composite toe box.
• Thermozote lining, padded tongue, padded collar, leather lining.
• Rigid sole, semi-rigid sole, heavy-duty lug sole, ¾-length steel shank.
• Forefoot rocker, mild rocker, heel-to-toe rocker, bevel heel.

And more...

Apis Footwear Co.
888.937.2747
www.bignwideshoes.com

Big or Small, Provel Has the Right Automation

Provel offers cost-effective, fast, easy-to-use, and reliable O&P automation. The D2 digitizer, C5 carver, and T6 thermoformer are appropriate for small clinics as well as large central fabs. All are AOP-file compatible and backed by a two-year warranty. The D2 digitizer allows automated shape capture of prosthetic casts with unmatched accuracy. The C5 carver is not only fast and precise, its self-contained dust-collection system is extremely quiet. The T6 thermoformer consistently produces high-quality thermoplastic sockets from industry-standard preforms.

Provel Inc.
509.857.2009
www.provel.us

Comfort Products: AFO Liner Socks

Why do we call it the AFO Liner Sock? Because its worn like a sock that can pull up over the calf, accommodate individuals from foot to knee, and can be rolled over the AFOs top. Comfortable, cushioning AFO Liner Socks have knitted heel pockets for a more intimate fit and make a superior interface between the skin and the AFO. Our SilverMax AFO Liner Socks even help patients with skin issues such as dermatitis and rashes. Ask about our study with the Shriners Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. Call Comfort Products today to learn more about our four different styles of AFO Liner Socks. A superior product with a superior price!

Comfort Products
800.822.7500
www.comfortoandp.com

The Dobbs Bar: A Revolution in Clubfoot Treatment

Matthew Dobbs, MD, designed this new dynamic clubfoot bar to allow active movement, preserve muscle strength in the foot and ankle, and be less restrictive to the child than traditional fixed bars. Children using the Dobbs Bar can crawl and kick their legs independently.
Children will sleep better because they can get comfortable in the Dobbs Bar, and heel blisters commonly associated with fixed bars are no longer a problem. The Dobbs Bar is available in two sizes, small (6 to 9 in.) and regular (8 to 14 in.). The bar is adjustable through each size range to accomodate growth. The foot plates are universal and can be attached to shoes and AFOs. The results are better compliance, a more active child, and happier parents.

D-Bar Enterprises LLC
314.968.8555
www.dobbsbrace.com