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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 …

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Can 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 …

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The 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 …

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Ottobock C-Leg 4 Review

October 14, 2015 Category: Tips for Amputees, Technology

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. …

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Ian 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.

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Kids 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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