MCOP Blog
Insights from our prosthetists about new technology, advances in prosthetics, & more
Sports Prosthetic Devices You Didn’t Know Existed
June 6, 2019 Category: Technology, Tips for Amputees, Arm Prosthetics, Amputee Support
Advanced Sports Prosthetics: Helping Amputee Athletes Get Back in Action Whether you’re a recent amputee or were born with a missing limb, there’s no reason you can’t participate in all …
Read MoreCan a double wall socket double your socket comfort?
September 6, 2018 Category: Technology
The answer is – it might! Double wall sockets or 2-stage sockets are essentially two sockets in one. The shorter inner socket is secured to your limb with either suction or …
Read MoreThe Ottobock C-Brace Orthotronic Mobility System in Action
May 30, 2017 Category: Technology
MCOP is excited to announce the availability of the Ottobock C-Brace Orthotronic Mobility System. For people used to locked knee braces and traditional KAFOs, the Orthotronic provides a welcome improvement …
Read MoreOttobock C-Leg 4 Review
October 14, 2015 Category: Technology, Tips for Amputees
Ottobock C-Leg 4 Prosthetic Knee Offers Advanced Support, Stability Boasting increased stability and control, the Ottobock C-Leg 4 is one of the safest above-knee microprocessor prosthetics on the market today. …
Read MoreIan Fothergill, BOCP Presents Prosthetic Technologies to Congress
June 4, 2015 Category: Technology
Ian Fothergill, BOCP and MCOP’s clinical development manager, was recently chosen to speak to congressional representatives on the importance of prosthetic technology. Check out the video below.
Read MoreKids outfitted with new hands made on 3-D Printers
October 15, 2014 Category: Technology
“The need for such prosthetics has spawned a network of volunteer designers, medical workers, engineers, parents and 3-D print enthusiasts who have been outfitting children with prosthetics — some with …
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