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Insights from our prosthetists about new technology, advances in prosthetics, & more
Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO)
September 24, 2020
Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO) A Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO) is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic and prosthetic patient care, including: patient assessment, development and implementation of treatment plan, follow-up …
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Certified Prosthetist (CP) A Certified Prosthetist (CP) is a practitioner who received certification through the American Board for Certification (ABC) to manage comprehensive prosthetic patient care. At MCOP, our certified …
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Certified Orthotist (CO) A certified orthotist (CO) is a health care professional who received certification through the American Board for Certification (ABC) to manage comprehensive orthotic care. At MCOP, our …
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September 16, 2020
Gait Training The goal of almost every lower-limb amputee is to eventually walk normally again – or at least as close to normal as possible in relation to the severity …
Read MoreTranstibial Amputation
Transtibial Amputation A below-the-knee amputation performed by cutting through the tibia and fibula. In other words, this is a special type of below-the-knee amputation where the lower-leg amputation occurs between …
Read MoreVacuum Sockets
Vacuum Sockets Vacuum-assisted suspension systems consist of a gel liner, a suspension sleeve, and an air evacuation pump. As a whole, the system functions by creating negative pressure between the …
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