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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
PROGRAM
Exhibits. Education. Networking. 40+ CE Credits.
The 101st Annual AOPA National Assembly Vancouver Convention Center West, Vancouver, BC September 26-29, 2018
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ............................................. 2 GENERAL INFORMATION.................... 3 AOPA Antitrust Compliance Policy.........3 Attire .............................................................3 Badges and Tickets ...................................3 Children.........................................................4 Complimentary Food and Beverage......4 Continuing Education (CE) Credits.........4 Exhibit Hall Credits......................................4 Exhibit Hall Hours....................................... 5 Guests........................................................... 5 Information Desk........................................ 5 Location Of Events..................................... 5 Lost And Found.......................................... 5 Membership Information.......................... 5 Message Center......................................... 5 O&P Almanac and O&P News................ 6 Registration Hours......................................7 Speaker Ready Room................................7 AOPA National Assembly App...............12 SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS......... 8 Award Winners............................................ 8 Board Of Directors....................................10 Planning Committee.................................10 Staff .............................................................12 GETTING AROUND..............................14 PROGRAM OVERVIEW........................ 17 SPECIAL EVENTS................................ 33 Thranhardt Golf Classic ......................... 33 Step It up Challenge................................ 34 Welcome To Vancouver Reception .... 34 Party with a Purpose................................ 34 Professional Women of O&P Celebrating Success........................... 35 Technical Fabrication Contest.............. 36 Exhibitor Sponsored Happy Hour........ 36 Slap Shot Hockey Game........................ 38 Alumni Connection.................................. 38
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EDUCATION PROGRAMS TUESDAY.............................................. 39 Pre-Conference Education: ..................40 Contemporary Overview Of Lower Limb Prosthetic Impression Techniques WEDNESDAY.........................................41 Manufacturers’ Workshops .................. 42 Business Certificate Program................ 48 Exhibit Hall Happenings.........................52 THURSDAY........................................... 53 Education.................................................... 54 General Session....................................... 54 Keynote Speaker...................................... 54 Thranhardt Lectures................................ 54 Poster Session.......................................... 72 Party With A Purpose...............................77 Exhibit Hall Happenings ........................ 78 FRIDAY...................................................81 AOPA Election Results Announcement.....82 Education....................................................82 General Session.......................................82 Hamontree Lectures................................ 83 Poster Session..........................................95 Exhibit Hall Happenings....................... 102 SATURDAY.......................................... 105 Education...................................................106 General Session..................................... 106 Exhibit Hall Happenings........................ 112
EXHIBITION EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY.......................113 Exhibitor Product Listings.....................138 EXHIBIT HALL MAP.................... Fold-Out Exhibitor Booth Locations.......... Fold-Out
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WELCOME President’s Message 2018
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elcome to the very first National Assembly of AOPA’s second century. As we celebrated our Centennial last year at our Second World Congress in Las Vegas—the continued challenge was how can we top this?
Easy! Just go to Vancouver—the city that has all the wonders of nature within a short drive and fine convention meeting facilities to host our world class learning event. Vancouver is the magnet that helped us recruit a standout roster of speakers from all over the world offering the most up-to-date clinical and business insights to complement the advanced technologies and services our exhibitor partners bring you. Begin by attending the 7:00 a.m. breakfast and general session on Thursday where Tobie Hatfield, the director of innovation for Nike, will share world class insights and recount his personal story of going from athletic coach to shoe developer with Nike. AOPA’s National Assembly is the place for you to get your answers on best practices, latest regulatory and legislative developments that impact our profession and how you can take your business and career to new heights. You’ll learn more about the intensive effort over the past eight years to have the orthotists’ and prosthetists’ notes recognized as a valid part of the patient’s medical records. You’ll get the entire story on how AOPA and its partners convinced CMS and its contractors to “retire” the “Dear Physician Letter” of August 2011 that probably did more to stretch the limits of O&P provider endurance than any single action by the government. You’ll get the low down on how the attempt to return amputee clinical treatment to a 1970’s standard of care ultimately met with the unbridled wrath of the amputee and provider community that helped convince CMS to scrap the LCD proposal. So join us for another great AOPA event that features year two of a “Party with a Purpose,” (the annual AOPA Political Action Committee fundraiser), the Thranhardt Lecture Series for the clinical breakthroughs and the Hamontree Lecture Series for the latest in best business practices. It’s all here for you to make the best of it as you enjoy that huge added plus of connecting, reconnecting and networking with your colleagues from all over the world from every part of O&P. Thank you for coming. Sincerely,
Jim Weber, MBA President, AOPA
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GENERAL INFORMATION AOPA ANTITRUST COMPLIANCE POLICY AOPA has a policy of strict compliance with federal and state antitrust laws which serve to prohibit agreements, combinations and conspiracies in restraint of trade. Attendees at the AOPA National Assembly should avoid discussing certain subjects when they are together at any formal or informal gathering. The following guidelines are to be adhered to at all times during the Assembly: • DO NOT discuss prices, fees or rates, or features that can impact prices such as discounts, costs, terms and conditions of sale, warranties, or profit margins. • DO NOT agree with competitors as to uniform terms of sale, warranties or contract provisions. • DO NOT exchange data concerning fees, prices, production, sales, bids, costs, customer credit, or other business practices. • DO NOT agree with competitors to divide up customers, markets or territories. • DO NOT agree with competitors not to deal with certain suppliers or others. • DO NOT try to prevent a supplier from selling to your competitor(s).
• DO NOT discuss your customers with your competitors. • DO leave any meeting (formal or informal) where improper subjects are being discussed. Tell everyone why you are leaving. Any questions about AOPA’s antitrust policy should be directed to AOPA’s Executive Director.
ATTIRE AOPA has adopted a policy of business casual attire for the 2018 AOPA National Assembly. The Welcome Reception is also business casual.
BADGES AND TICKETS Badges must be worn to all functions. Your badge is your pass to the Exhibit Hall and the education sessions. It also ensures that you are able to greet and be greeted by name by your colleagues and friends. Unless noted otherwise, optional events require tickets. Please remember to bring your tickets with you to the event. If you ordered tickets with your advance registration, you will find them with your badge. If you are missing tickets, please go to registration for verification and replacement. There will be a $50 fee for the replacement of a lost badge.
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GENERAL INFORMATION CHILDREN
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
A special registration category has been created at a reduced rate for children ages 11-17. Children under 11 are allowed in the exhibit hall, but must be supervised at all times. There is no registration fee or badge required for children ages 10 and under.
The American Board for Certification in Orthotics, www.bocusa.org Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC) has approved a total of 40.5 continuing education (CE) credits for the 2018 AOPA National Assembly and the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) has approved 44.75 CE Credits, Scientific & Business, including 5 Exhibit Hall CE Credits. Generally, one credit is awarded per session hour. Specific rules apply to specific disciplines. Exhibit Hall credits are available by completing the Exhibits Passbook or exhibit hall forms available from ABC and BOC. Representatives from ABC and BOC will be available during the National Assembly to answer your questions. Many programs run concurrently, so you will only be able to earn credits for the programs that you actually attend. AOPA will be tracking all credits electronically during the National Assembly. To receive credit, please scan your badge at the beginning of each session. Please note that your National Assembly badge may be scanned at only one concurrent session at a time. Those scanning at multiple concurrent sessions will not receive credit. Full-conference registrants will receive a certificate of attendance. You will also find exhibit hall credit forms in your meeting attachĂŠ bag.
COMPLIMENTARY FOOD AND BEVERAGE Complimentary breakfasts and lunches are available for Full Conference meeting attendees. Your lunch tickets for Thursday and Friday are included with your Full Conference badge. Be sure to bring your ticket with you each day. Lunch will be served in the Exhibit Hall on Thursday and Friday. Breakfast will be served on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in conjunction with the general sessions and tickets are not needed. Check the Program Overview for exact times.
EXHIBIT HALL CREDITS ABC certified practitioners can earn (3) three Exhibit Hall CE credits and BOC certified practitioners can earn up to five (5) Exhibit Hall CE credits by completing the Exhibits Passbook or appropriate CE Credit Form. To receive credit, you must submit the completed Exhibits Passbook or an application with the required documentation directly to your certifying board or drop off at the AOPA booth (#302). Applications will be available at the ABC booth (#538) and the BOC booth (#1218) located in the Exhibit Hall. You will also find the Exhibits Passbook and forms in your meeting attachĂŠ bag.
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GENERAL INFORMATION EXHIBIT HALL HOURS Wednesday, September 26 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Thursday, September 27 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, September 28 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday, September 29 8:30 AM – Noon
GUESTS Please do not ask those who are not registered for the National Assembly to meet you in the Exhibit Hall. They will not be permitted to enter without a badge. No exceptions will be made. Use the registration area as your meeting point. Guests, spouses and children qualify for reduced registration rates. Please see registration personnel if you have questions.
INFORMATION DESK Staff members are available to help you with directions, to answer questions or to address concerns. If you have questions on any aspect of the meeting, whether it is the location of an education program or a question about earning continuing education (CE) credits, stop by registration, the information desk, located just outside the entrance to the exhibit hall, or you can also visit the AOPA booth (#302) in the Exhibit Hall.
LOCATION OF EVENTS All official AOPA National Assembly events will be held at the Vancouver West Convention Center, Vancouver, Canada. • Manufacturers’ Workshops will be held at the Vancouver West Convention Center on Level 2 • The Exhibit Hall, General Sessions, and Prosthetic Education will be held at the Vancouver West Convention Center on the Exhibition Level in Hall B2 • General Education (not including Prosthetic Education) will be held at the Vancouver West Convention Center on Level I • The Thranhardt Golf Tournament will be held at the Furry Creek Golf and Country Club
LOST AND FOUND The AOPA National Assembly registration desk will serve as the drop-off and pick-up point for all lost and found items.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Want to become a new AOPA member or renew your membership? Stop by the AOPA booth #302 located in the Exhibit Hall and speak with a staff member.
MESSAGE CENTER A message board is available in the registration area. You may leave messages for other attendees, post resumes, job announcements and for sale notices. You may also use the AOPA Mobile app, AOPA 365, as a way to communicate with other attendees.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
O&P ALMANAC The O&P Almanac is the official magazine of the 2018 AOPA National Assembly. Look for your complimentary copy in your meeting attachĂŠ bag. Attendees interested in subscriptions, editorial or general information about AOPA publications are encouraged to stop by the AOPA booth #302 or the O&P Almanac booth #440 in the Exhibit Hall.
O&P NEWS O&P News educates and informs health professionals who serve the greater limb-loss community and those using orthotic devices. O&P News reaches the extended community of health professionals serving the mobility challenged and is their connection to relevant news from the world of orthotics and prosthetics. Get your free subscription to O&P News! Attendees interested in subscriptions, editorial or general information about AOPA publications are encouraged to stop by the AOPA booth #302 in the Exhibit Hall.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION HOURS The National Assembly onsite registration will take place in the West Convention Center, Level 1 Foyer. Badges and registration materials will be available for pick up during the following dates and time: Tuesday, September 25
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 26 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM Thursday, September 27
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, September 28
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, September 29
7:00 AM – Noon
SPEAKER READY ROOM Need a little more time to prepare for your presentation? Speakers and presenters are encouraged to use our Speaker Ready Room, located in meeting room 105 of the West Convention Center on Level 1. This room will be equipped with a full complement of audio-visual equipment. The Speaker Ready Room will be open: Wednesday, September 26 Noon – 5:00 PM Thursday, September 27
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, September 28
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, September 29
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Each year the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA) presents the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor is bestowed on individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of orthotics and prosthetics. The AOPA Board of Directors is proud to name C. Michael Schuch, CPO, FAAOP, FISPO (deceased) as the recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award. Join O&P professionals as AOPA presents the award during the Membership Business Meeting on Friday, September 28, from 7:15 – 8:00 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level). See page 80 for details.
BEST
THRANHARDT LECTURE SERIES
Hear the two abstracts selected as the awardwinning “Best of Show” Thranhardt Lectures. Launched by a gift from J.E Hanger in memory of Howard R. Thranhardt, CP, the series offers an honorarium to the winners. The series recognizes individuals committed to advancing O&P education and research. Winners of the Thranhardt Lecture receive an award of $500 each. Hear the presentations on Thursday, September 27, from 8:00 – 8:30 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level). See page 54 for details.
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2018 Award Winners: • Significant Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Cranial Remolding Orthoses in Infants with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C2-A), Tiffany Graham, MSPO, CPO, LPO • Comparative Effectiveness of Microprocessor and Energy Storing Prosthetic Ankles (C2-B), Brian Kaluf, BSE, CP, FAAOP
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BEST
BUSINESS ABSTRACT
THE SAM E. HAMONTREE, CP(E), BUSINESS EDUCATION AWARD
The Sam E. Hamontree, CP(E), Business Education Award was created to recognize the best business education paper, idea and/or proposal submitted for presentation. This award is a counterpart to the Thranhardt Award given each year to the best clinical abstract(s). Presentations by the 2018 Hamontree Award contenders are scheduled for Friday, September 28, from 10:00 AM – Noon in Ballroom B (Level 1). The audience will be invited to cast their vote for the award winner and through the show’s mobile app, AOPA 365. See page 81 for details. 2018 Sam E. Hamontree Award Nominees: • Successful Contract Negotiations (B5-A), Chris Field, MBA • Organizational Mission Possible: Top-Ten Developmental Impacts with Increasing Employee Engagement and Lean Strategies (B5-B), Kenneth Gavin, CO, MEd • Top 10 Ways to Get and Keep Your Money (B5-C), Lesleigh Sisson, CFom • Certified Orthotists and Prosthetists: Product Supplier or Knowledge Based Healthcare Professional? (B5-D), Frank Bostock, CO, FAAOP
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
RALPH R. “RONNEY” SNELL, CPO, FAAOP, LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY AWARD The Ralph R. “Ronney” Snell, CPO, FAAOP, Legislative Advocacy Award recognizes individuals who have made valuable contributions toward advancing the legislative and regulatory goals of the O&P field by motivating members of Congress and other decision makers to take action on behalf of O&P. Join O&P professionals as AOPA presents the award during the AOPA Membership Business Meeting on Friday, September 28, from 7:15 – 8:00 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level). See page 80 for details.
2018 Award Winners:
Denise Hoffmann
Pam Lupo, CO
STUDENT POSTER AWARDS The EDWIN AND KATHRYN ARBOGAST AWARD and the OTTO AND LUCILLE BECKER AWARD honors two meritorious scientific papers submitted for presentation as a poster at the 2018 AOPA National Assembly by a student or resident. The purpose of these awards is to encourage students and residents to share their research through outstanding poster presentations. Join O&P professionals as AOPA presents the award during the AOPA Annual Membership Business Meeting on Friday, September 28, from 7:15 – 8:00 AM in Hall B2 (Exhibition Level). See page 80 for details.
THE EDWIN AND KATHRYN ARBOGAST AWARD
THE OTTO AND LUCILLE BECKER AWARD
The Edwin and Kathryn Arbogast Award will be presented for the best prosthetic abstract submitted for a poster presentation.
The Otto and Lucille Becker Award will be presented for the best orthotic abstract submitted for a poster presentation.
2018 Award Winner: An Analysis of Internal Consistency within OPUS in Upper-Extremity, Katherine Ching, University of Pittsburgh
2018 Award Winner: Self-Efficacy Related to Education Level in O&P Peter Zenger, University of Pittsburgh
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
2018 AOPA National Assembly Planning Committee Specialists in delivering superior treatments and outcomes to patients with limb loss and limb impairment.
AOPA Board of Directors James Weber, MBA, 2018 President Chris Nolan, 2018 President-Elect Michael Oros, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, 2018 Immediate Past President Jeffrey Lutz, CPO, 2018 Vice President Jeff Collins, CPA, 2018 Treasurer Directors David A. Boone, BSPO, MPH, PhD Jeffrey M. Brandt, CPO Mitchell Dobson, CPO, FAAOP Traci Dralle, CFm Teri Kuffel, JD Dave McGill Rick Riley Bradley N. Ruhl Thomas F. Fise, JD Executive Director/Secretary
Teri Kuffel, JD (co-chair) Rick Riley (co-chair) Jeff Brandt, CPO Cindy Doucet Traci Dralle, CFm Jeff Erenstone, CPO Elizabeth Ginzel, CPO, LPO George Gondo, MA Kimberly Hanson Jason Highsmith, DPT, PhD, CP, FAAOP Dennis Janisse, CPed Erick Janisse, CO, CPed Andreas Kannenberg, MD, PhD Tyler Klenow, MSOP, CPO, LPO, CPT Geza Kogler, PhD Eileen Levis Karen Lundquist, MBC Pam Lupo, CO Brad Mattear, CPA, Cfo David McGill Michael Oros, CPO, LPO, FAAOP Kristen Pierson Silvia Raschke, PhD Brian Stroup Jim Weber, MBA
Clinical Sessions Workgroup
Michael Oros, CPO, LPO, FAAOP (co-chair) Silvia Raschke, PhD (co-chair) George Gondo, MA Jason Highsmith, DPT, PhD, CP, FAAOP Andreas Kannenberg, MD, PhD Tyler Klenow, MSOP, CPO, LPO, CPT Geza Kogler, PhD
Business Sessions Workgroup Eileen Levis (chair) Elizabeth Ginzel, CPO, LPO Kimberly Hanson Teri Kuffel, JD Pam Lupo, CO David McGill Michael Oros, CPO, FAAOP James Weber, MBA
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Sponsors Double Diamond Sponsor
Diamond Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
www.bocusa.org
Silver Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors Apis Footwear Co. Aspen Medical Products Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co. Cascade Dafo Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc. Click Medical Coapt LLC College Park Industries Comfort Products Inc. Fillauer KISS Technologies LLC LegWorks
MD Orthopaedics Inc. Naked Prosthetics O&P Almanac OPAI PEL ProsFit Technologies JSC. Pro-Tech Orthopedics Protosthetics SPS Surestep Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc. Townsend Design /Thuasne USA
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AOPA Staff Thomas F. Fise, JD, Executive Director Donald J. DeBolt, Chief Financial Officer Tina M. Carlson, CMP, Chief Operating Officer Kristen Bean, Membership and Meetings Coordinator Devon Bernard, Assistant Director of Coding Reimbursement, Programming and Education Ryan Gleeson, CMP, Assistant Manager, Meetings Betty Leppin, Manager of Membership and Operations Joseph McTernan, Director of Coding Reimbursement, Programming and Education Yelena Mazur, Communications Specialist Kelly O’Neill, CEM, Manager of Membership and Meetings Ashlie White, Manager, Advocacy, Outreach and Special Projects
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“AOPA 365” App on your iPhone, Android or iPad Use your smart phone to navigate the Assembly. Download the “AOPA 365” App on your iPhone, Android or iPad to: • Easily view the agenda and set up your own personal schedule
• Review speaker bios • Learn about AOPA
• Earn extra CE Credits by taking quizzes for Free Paper Sessions
• Read the O&P Almanac and O&P News
• Vote for Hamontree Contenders
• See how Membership has its benefits
• Interact with colleagues
• Get current with Hot Issues
• Share photos and comments
• See how Mobility Saves
• Search for speakers and specific topics
• Visit the AOPA Bookstore
• Navigate the Exhibit Hall
• Access the AOPA Membership Directory
Download the app by either scanning the QR code or by searching the keyword AOPA365 in the Apple or Google stores.
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GETTING AROUND Vancouver Convention Center
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GETTING AROUND Vancouver Convention Center Exhibit Hall
General Session
Exhibits
e-learning Poster Lounge
Exhibit Entrance
General Session Entrance
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OVERVIEW & EVENTS
Program Overview TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Exhibitor Set Up
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Contemporary Overview of Lower Limb Prosthetic Impression Techniques (C1)
Meeting Room 111-112 (Level 1)
WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
7:00 AM – 6:30 PM Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Exhibitor Setup
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:00 AM – Noon
Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier A
(Four-Hour Workshops)
MWA- 1 Toe Walking Intensive
Meeting Room 202/203 (Level 2) Sponsor: Cascade Dafo Inc.
MWA- 2 The NEURO SWING AFO—Scientifically Grounded Technology for the Orthotic Management of Neurological Disorders
Meeting Room 205/206 (Level 2) Sponsor: FIOR & GENTZ GmbH
MWA- 3 Latest Developments in Upper (8:00-10:00am) and Lower (10:00am-12:00pm) Limb Technology from Össur
Meeting Room 207 (Level 2) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
MWA- 4 How to Utilize New CAD/CAM Technologies to Improve Your Practice
Meeting Room 208/209 (Level 2) Sponsor: Vorum
MWA- 5 CAD Modification Design Essentials
Meeting Room 210 (Level 2) Sponsor: WillowWood
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OVERVIEW WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier B (Two-Hour Workshops)
MWB- 1 BOC Standards and Compliance: The Bottom Line in Performance Improvement
Meeting Room 204 (Level 2) Sponsor: Board of Certification / Accreditation (BOC)
MWB- 2 Complete K2 Transfemoral Solutions from College Park
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: College Park Industries
MWB- 3 The Latest Product Introductions from Freedom Innovations
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations LLC
MWB- 4 iFIT Transtibial Prosthesis Workshop—Immediate Fit, Innovative Technology
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: iFit Prosthetics LLC
MWB- 5 Conquering the Unique Challenges of the K2 and K3 Amputee with the All-Terrain Knee
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: LegWorks
MWB- 6 Live Life UnLIMited—The Latest Innovations for TF and TT Amputations
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: LIM Innovations
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier C (Two-Hour Workshops)
MWC- 1 Using Controlled Ankle Mobilization and Alignment to Improve Gait Function with the Triple Action Ankle Joint
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co.
MWC- 2 Transtibial, High-Activity Assessment and Alignment
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Fillauer
MWC- 3 The End of Rigid Sockets—Socket-less Socket’s™ for all Amputation Levels
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Martin Bionics Innovations
MWC-4 Making the Right Decisions on Mechatronic Technology for Your Patients
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Ottobock
MWC- 5 Innovative Spinal Bracing Solutions
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Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: Townsend Design/Thuasne USA
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Noon – 5:00 PM
Speaker Ready Room
Meeting Room 105 (Level 1)
1:00 – 3:00 PM Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier D (Two-Hour Workshops)
MWD- 1 Coapt Pattern Recognition: Revolutionizing Control in Upper Limb Prostheses
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Coapt LLC
MWD- 2 A Modular Approach to Dynamic Bracing
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Fabtech Systems LLC
MWD- 3 Functional Partial Finger Solutions
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Naked Prosthetics
MWD- 4 I Can! Enhancing Quality of Life Through Effective Orthotic Intervention
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Surestep
MWD- 5 WillowWood One Socket System
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: WillowWood
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Thranhardt Golf Classic (Buses depart the VCC at Noon)
Furry Creek Golf & Country Club
1:00 – 5:00 PM Business Certificate Program (B1) Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1)
• Basic Financial Accounting—How to Read a Financial Statement (B1-A) • Overhead Reduction Strategies (B1-B) • The Operating Performance Benchmarking Survey: What it Can do for You (B1-C) 1:00 – 5:00 PM Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier E (Four-Hour Workshops)
MWE- 1 Socket Selection Criteria and Alignment Considerations
Meeting Room 202/203 (Level 2) Sponsor: Alps South LLC
MWE- 2 Stance Control Orthotic Application in Chronic and Acute Patient Applications
Meeting Room 205/206 (Level 2) Sponsor: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co.
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WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 OVERVIEW
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OVERVIEW WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 MWE- 3 Motion Control Upper Extremity Components with TASKA® Certification
Meeting Room 207 (Level 2) Sponsor: Motion Control, a division of Fillauer
MWE- 4 The New C-Brace®. Step Into Your Future™.
Meeting Room 208/209 (Level 2) Sponsor: Ottobock
MWE-5 Townsend AFO & KAFO Innovations
Meeting Room 210 (Level 2) Sponsor: Townsend Design/Thuasne USA
3:30 – 5:30 PM Manufacturers' Workshops—Tier F (Two-Hour Workshops)
MWF- 1 Reimaging the Order Platform for Custom Devices
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc.
MWF- 2 3D Printed Definitive Sockets and Protective Covers are Here and Now
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Friddle’s Orthopedic Appliances Inc.
MWF- 3 Advanced Scanning Technologies to Enhance Clinical Care Procedures for Infants with Skull Deformities
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Orthomerica Products Inc.
MWF- 4 Functional Healing by Össur; Featuring the Rebound®PCL & the Rebound® Cartilage
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
MWF- 5 AFO by CAD/CAM in a Record Time with Rodin4D
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: Rodin4D
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome to Vancouver
Grand Opening Reception Hall C (Exhibition Level)
5:30 – 7:30 PM
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Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
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THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Speaker Ready Room
Meeting Room 105 (Level 1)
7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:00 AM Opening General Session Keynote Address Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
8:00 – 8:30 AM Award Winning Thranhardt Lecture Series (C2) Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
BEST • Significant Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Cranial of SHOW Remolding Orthoses in Infants with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C2-A) • Comparative Effectiveness of Microprocessor and Energy Storing Prosthetic Ankles: Full Study Results (C2-B) 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 10:00 AM 8:45 – 9:15 AM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
The End of Rigid Sockets—Socket-less Socket’s™ for all Amputation Levels (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Martin Bionics Innovations
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Advanced Solutions for Upper Limb Loss and Deficiency (PPT)
10:00 AM – Noon
Top Ten Series (B2)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
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Ballroom B (Level 1) Top-Ten Things You Need to Know to Create a Chart Audit (B2-A) Top-Ten Key Elements When Navigating the Medicare Appeal Process (B2-B) Top-Ten Reimbursement Questions (B2-C) Top-Ten Things to Know About the Changing Payer & Reimbursement Landscape (B2-D)
10:00 AM – Noon
Outcomes and Evidence-Based Practice in P&O: How Are You Documenting Value in Your Clinic and Using It to Improve Reimbursement? (C3) Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
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10:00 AM – Noon
Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 1 (P1)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Insight 1—The Pendulum Swings for Pedorthics; So Many Things Have ChangedREALLY? (P1-A) • Insight 2—Pedorthic Education/Associate Degree (P1-B) • Insight 3—Update on Medicare and Therapeutic Shoes for Diabetics (P1-C)
10:00 – 11:00 AM 10:15 – 10:45 AM
A Modular Approach to Dynamic Bracing (T1)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Seal-In X Liner Technology: Three New Movable Seals and LCode (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Össur’s Newest OA and Injury Solutions: Rebound Post-Op Knee, Unloader One Lite Miami LSO, and Formfit Pro Line (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
11:00 AM – Noon
Advanced Lamination Techniques in Orthotic Fabrication (T2)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Noon – 1:30 PM
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
12:15 – 12:45 PM
New K2 Solutions from Freedom Innovations (PPT)
1:00 – 1:30 PM
Improved Clinical Outcomes with Consistent Successful Socket Fit Via Full Weight Bearing Hydrostatic Casting Technique (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Cypress Adaptive, LLC
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Compliance in a Changing World (B3)
Ballroom B (Level 1) • Willful Neglect: Two Words that Can Cost You Your Business (B3-A) • Health Care Held Hostage—Arming Your Business to Defend Against Cyberattacks (B3-B) • Where HIPAA Compliance and Cybersecurity Intersect (B3-C)
1:30 – 3:00 PM Update on the Evidence for Benefits of Microprocessor-Controlled Knees in Limited Community Ambulators: Review of the Literature, Results of Current Studies, and Future Research Projects (C4) Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
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1:30 – 3:00 PM
Triplanar Management to Achieve Optimal Skeletal Alignment and Orthotic Outcomes: An Observation from the Orthotist, Physical Therapist and Patient (C5)
Ballroom A (Level 1)
1:30 – 3:00 PM The Development and Utility of ReLOAD: A Mobile Sensor System of Auditory Feedback for Gait Deviation Detection and Correction for Lower Limb Amputees (C6) Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1)
1:30 – 3:15 PM Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 2 (P2)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Insight 4—Really Understanding What You are Treating, X-Rays Tell the Inside Story (P2-A) • Insight 5—Fabrication: In-house vs. Central Fab (P2-B)
1:30 – 2:30 PM Proven Fabrication Techniques Over Rigid Foam Positive Models (T3) Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Improve Balance, Reduce Fall Risk: Introducing the Surestep Balance Brace (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Surestep
2:30 – 3:00 PM
Meridium: A New Path Forward with Mechatronic Feet (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Ottobock
2:30 – 3:00 PM
Future Tech! Emerging Technologies in O&P (T4)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
3:00 – 3:15 PM Break 3:15 – 3:45 PM
BLUEWAVE Rapid Deodorization Device on the Treatment of Orthotics and Prosthetics (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: BLUEWAVE Technologies Inc.
3:15 – 5:00 PM Regulatory and Legislative Update (B4)
Ballroom B (Level 1) • So Congress (and the Federal Law) Now Says Our Notes are Officially Part of the Medical Record … Now What? (B4-A) • Medicare O&P Improvement Act—One is Not Enough (B4-B) • Regulatory Update (B4-C)
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3:15 – 4:00 PM A Step Forward in Prosthetic Care—A Free Paper Session (C7)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) • An Innovative Foot Module with Easily Accessible Frontal Plane Adaptation Enhances the Locomotion on Uneven Ground (C7-A) • Literature Review of The Evidence on Prosthetic Feet with Active Dorsiflexion Feature, Passive Microprocessor Control and Active Ankle Power Generation (C7-B) • Immediate Post-Operative Ambulation After Below Knee Amputation (C7-C) • Prosthetic Limb User Experiences with Crossover Feet: A Focus Group Study to Explore Outcomes that Matter (C7-D)
3:15 – 4:30 PM
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Pediatric and Adolescent Bracing Free Paper Session (C8)
Ballroom A (Level 1) A Prospective Study of Cranial Orthotic Treatment of Infants with Isolated Deformational Brachycephaly (C8-A) Outcome Effects of Initial Age and Severity in Cranial Remolding: Orthotic Treatment for Infant with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C8-B) The Effect of Body Mass Index on In-Brace Correction Obtained by a Boston-Style Scoliosis TLSO in Patients Diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Retrospective Study (C8-C) Development of a Compliance Monitoring System for Scoliosis Brace Treatment (C8-D) Pygmalion-Rosenthal Effect to Mitigate Non-Compliance and Improve Orthotic Outcomes in Patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (C8-E) Orthotic Support in Complex Treatment of Children with Serious Congenital Vertebral Deformity (C8-F) What in the “Heel” do They Feel? (C8-G)
Integrating Outcomes Measures to Improve Patient Care (C9)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Electrodermal Activity (EDA) as a Method of Measuring Balance Confidence in Individuals with Lower-limb Amputation: A Pilot Study (C9-A) The Value of Correlations Between Outcome Measures to Clinical Practice (C9-B) Predictors of Clinical Improvement after Lower Limb Prosthetic Fittings: A 2-Year Retrospective Chart Review (C9-C) Matching Individuals Based on Comorbid Health Reveals Improved Function for Above- Knee Prosthesis Users with Microprocessor Knee Technology (C9-D) Evidence-Based Post-Operative Care of the Amputee (C9-E) Qualitative and Quantitative User Research Methods Applied to Lower Extremity Amputees (C9-F) Establishing the Reliability and Validity of the Component Timed- Up-and-Go Test to Determine Basic Prosthetic Mobility in People with Lower Limb Amputation (C9-G) Falls and Daily Physical Activity After Dysvascular Trans-tibial Amputation (C9-H) Factors Associated with Mobility Apprehension in Amputees (C9-I) Experience Integrating Outcome Measures In Routine O&P Practice (C9-J) McGann Feedback Form: Utilizing Assistants and Residents to Improve Work Flow and Patient- Centered Outcomes (C9-K)
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3:15 – 5:00 PM Pedorthic Education (P2 Continued)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Insight 6—Modifiable Premades (P2-C) • Insight 7—Certification / Accreditation; What Does it Mean to the Pedorthist (P2-D)
3:15 – 5:00 PM
Technical Education (T5/6)
4:00 – 4:30 PM
The New C-Brace®. Step Into Your Future™ (PPT)
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Socket Design—The Foundation of Prosthetic Care: A Free Paper Session (C10)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) • Blood In Custom Laminated Sockets: More Than Just a Freckle? (T5) • “Finding Your Way” Developing and Utilizing Standards in the Fabrication Setting (T6) Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Ottobock
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) • Performance of an Activity Monitor Integrated into a Microprocessor Knee (C10-A) • Benefits of Genium Microprocessor Controlled Knees: A Systematic Review (C10-B) • Influence of Falls Reduction on the Cost-Effectiveness of Advanced Hydraulic Microprocessor Controlled Knee Protheses in Elderly Patients with Lower Limb Amputations (C10-C) • Transitioning to Genium Microprocessor Knee Improves Functional Mobility Outcomes for Experienced Transfemoral Amputees (C10-D) • Randomized, Cross-Over Multicenter Study Evaluating a Novel Electronic Prosthetic Knee Joint for Moderately Active Amputees (C10-E)
4:30 – 5:00 PM
Orthotic Treatment Options: A Free Paper Session (C11)
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Poster Session (Part 1)
Ballroom A (Level 1) • Short-Term Effects of Conservative Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with a Dynamic Flexion Orthosis: A Prospective Randomized Trial (C11-A) • Case Study: Thermoplastic Scapulothoracic Orthosis for Treatment of Winging Scapula (C11-B)
5:00 – 6:30 PM
6:30 – 9:30 PM
e-Learning Lounge, Foyer (Exhibition Level)
University of Washington Alumni Connection
Meeting Room 111/112 (Level 1)
Party with a Purpose
Level 3
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OVERVIEW FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 FRIDAY | SEPTEMBER 28, 2018
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Speaker Ready Room
Meeting Room 105 (Level 1)
7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:30 AM
General Session
7:15 – 8:00 AM
AOPA Annual Membership Business Meeting
8:00 – 8:30 AM
World Health Organization's Standards for Prosthetics and Orthotics
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
8:30 AM – 6:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:45 – 9:15 AM
The Diversity of Allard AFOs (PPT)
8:45 – 9:45 AM
Professional Women of O&P Celebrating Success Brunch (RSVP Required)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Allard USA, Inc.
Ballroom D (Level 1)
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Conquering the Unique Challenges of the K2 and K3 Amputee with the All-Terrain Knee (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: LegWorks
10:00 AM – Noon
Hamontree Lectures (B5)
Ballroom B (Level 1) • Successful Contract Negotiations (B5-A) BUSINESS • Organizational Mission Possible: Top-Ten Developmental Impacts ABSTRACT with Increasing Employee Engagement and Lean Strategies (B5-B) • Top 10 Ways to Get and Keep Your Money (B5-C) • Certified Orthotists and Prosthetists: Product Supplier or Knowledge Based Healthcare Professional? (B5-D)
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10:00 AM – Noon
Technology for Geriatrics (C12)
10:00 AM – Noon
Clinically Relevant Diagnostic Measures to Determine AFO Ankle Joint Stiffness with an Instrumented AFO (C13)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Ballroom A (Level 1)
10:00 AM – Noon
WHO Standards for Prosthetics and Orthotics (Policy, Products, Personnel, & Provision) (C14) Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1)
10:00 AM – Noon
Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 3 (P3)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Insight 8—Technology and its Place in a Pedorthic Practice (P3-A) • Insight 9—Clinical/Retail Settings Products (P3-B)
10:00 AM – Noon
Getting Your Feet Wet with O&P 3D Printing! (T7)
10:15 – 10:45 AM
The Latest from LIM Innovations® (PPT)
11:00 – 11:30 AM
New K2 Solutions from Freedom Innovations (PPT)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) • How Can 3D Printing Not be Disruptive? (T7-A) • Design of Upper-Limb Prostheses using 3D Printing and Scanning Technologies (T7-B)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: LIM Innovations
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations
Noon – 1:30 PM
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
12:15 – 12:45 PM
EVAQ8 Foot (PPT)
1:00 – 1:30 PM
What in the "Heel" Do They Feel? (PPT)
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Strengthening the O&P Profession through Development and Activism (B6)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Surestep
Ballroom B (Level 1) • The Impact of Professional Women in O&P (B6-A) • State Level Legislative Activism—How to Do It! (B6-B)
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OVERVIEW FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 1:30 – 3:00 PM
Prosthetic Socket Design Impact on the Amputee User in the Laboratory and Clinic (C15)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Multi-disciplinary Panel on Rehabilitation of the Paretic Arm (C16)
Ballroom A (Level 1)
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Insight 10—Record Keeping: Electronic vs. Manual (P3-C)
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Scanning and CAD Software (T8)
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Nymbl Systems- Your New Practice Management Solution (PPT)
2:30 – 3:00 PM
What’s Next with OPIE? We’re Moving to the Cloud Anywhere and Custom Business Dashboards (PPT)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) • Realistic Implementation of CAD and Additive Manufacturing Techniques for the Individual O&P Practitioner (T8-A) • Scanning and CAD Software Round Table (T8-B)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Nymbl Systems
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: OPIE Software
2:30 – 5:00 PM
Prevention, Diagnosis and Management of Common and Rare Conditions (P4)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Preventing the Destruction of the Diabetic Foot: IDF Clinical Practice Recommendations and Guidelines on Protecting the Diabetic Foot (P4-A) • Managing Hanson’s Disease (P4-B)
3:00 – 3:15 PM Break 3:15 – 3:45 PM
Functional Partial Finger Solutions (PPT)
3:15 – 5:00 PM
Business Management for Today’s O&P Facility (B7)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Naked Prosthetics
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Ballroom B (Level 1) Change Management 101 (B7-A) Level Headed Protocol to Validate Functional Level (B7-B) Marketing: Give the People What They Want (B7-C) O&P Management in a Changing Workforce (B7-D)
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Socket Design—The Foundation of Prosthetic Care (C17)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Alternative Method for Fabricating Trans-Tibial Prosthesis Through the Use of Socket Cone (C17-A) Clinical Effectiveness of a Novel Hydrostatic Casting Method for Transfemoral Amputees: Results from the First 64 Patients (C17-B) Clinical Evaluation of Portable Intra-Socket Intermittent Compression Therapy to Improve Residual Limb Tissue Perfusion (C17-C) Evaluation of Localized Pain in the Trans-tibial Residual Limb (C17-D) The Comprehensive Lower-limb Amputee Socket Survey: A Measure of Stability, Suspension, Comfort and Appearance (C17-E) Satisfaction and Experience with the Unity Suspension System (C17-F) Residual Limb Skin Strain Within a Socket Prosthesis in Transfemoral Amputees During Walking (C17-G)
3:15 – 4:08 PM
Lower Limb Orthoses—A Free Paper Session (C18)
3:15 – 5:00 PM
Symposium: Future Possibilities in Amputation Surgery (C19)
3:15- 5:00 PM
CAE, CAM, and Printing Workshop (T9)
4:00 – 4:30 PM
Digital Acquisition: What’s There? What’s Up? What’s Next? (PPT)
4:30 – 5:00 PM
Balance and Pain (C20)
Ballroom A (Level 1) • Effects of the Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthosis on Pain and Function: Preliminary Results (C18-A) • The 2- and 8-Week Effects of Decompressive Brace Use in People with Medial Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis (C18-B) • One Clinic’s Experience with Carbon Fiber Orthoses in Neuromuscular Disease (C18-C) • The Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthosis (IDEO): A Systematic Literature Review of Associated Outcomes (C18-D) • Known Groups Construct Validity of the PROMIS Physical Function Short Form among Lower-Limb Orthoses Users (C18-E)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) • The Effect of Material Choice and Process Parameters on the Mechanical Strength of 3D-Printed Transtibial Prosthetic (T9-A) • Where the Virtual Rubber Meets the Real Road: A Basis Understanding of CAM Software and Running a 3D Printer. (T9-B)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: TechMed 3D Inc.
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) • Back Pain and Osteoarthritis as Secondary Disabilities of Lower Limb Amputation (C20-A) • Low Back Pain Intensity Predicts Dynamic Balance Task Performance Among Individuals with Lower-limb Loss (C20-B) • A Cross-Sectional Study of Vestibular Dysfunction in Unilateral Lower Limb Amputees (C20-C) AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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OVERVIEW FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 4:10 – 5:00 PM
Upper-Limb Orthoses Free Paper Session (C21)
Ballroom A (Level 1) • Myoelectric Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis with Active Grasp for Patients with Stroke: A Case Series (C21-A) • Use of Externally-Powered Orthosis to Address Complexities Associated with Bilateral Brachial Plexopathy (C21-B) • Upper-Limb Orthotics: Choosing an Outcome Measure for Patients Wearing a Myoelectric Elbow-Wrist- Hand-Finger-Orthosis (C21-C)
4:00 – 5:00 PM Poster Session (Part 2)
e-Learning Lounge, Foyer (Exhibition Level)
5:00 – 6:30 PM Exhibitor-Sponsored Happy Hour in Exhibit Hall Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Privileging Rules Changing January 1! • Only CREDENTIALED caregivers can be privileged outside their scope of practice • Use SUPPORT PERSONNEL (non-credentialed individuals) for non-critical patient care tasks
• We want to ensure that only properly trained and educated individuals are providing patient care. • Not currently using privileging? Nothing changes for your practice.
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SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 29, 2018
7:00 AM – Noon 7:00 – 11:00 AM
Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
Speaker Ready Room
Meeting Room 105 (Level 1)
7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:30 AM
General Session
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) • Mike Schultz, Paralympian Gold Medalist • Orthotics 2020—Defending the Future of Orthotic Care
8:30 AM – Noon 8:30 – 10:00 AM 8:45 – 9:15 AM
Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Myoelectric Orthotics—Introduction to MyoPro, Jonathan Naft CPO (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Myomo
10:00 AM – Noon • • • •
Best Business Practices (B8)
Ballroom B (Level 1) Monetizing Prosthetics with R&D Tax Credits (B8-A) Harassment, Discrimination and Wrongful Termination (B8-B) Selling Your Business: Beyond the Sales Price (B8-C) Selling Your Business: Mistakes to Avoid (B8-D)
10:00 AM – Noon
Advances in Upper-Limb Control Technologies (C22)
10:00 AM – Noon
Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy Part 1 (C23)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1)
10:00 AM – Noon
How the Functional Lower-Limb Amputee Gait Assessment Can Improve Rehabilitation Prescription and Patient Outcomes (C24) Ballroom A (Level 1)
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Approved Clinical Mentor (ACM) Training Workshop Meeting Room 111/112 (Level 1)
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OVERVIEW SATURDAY 9 | 29 | 18 10:00 AM – Noon
Research in the Pedorthic World (P5)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) • Importance of Research in the Pedorthic World (P5-A) • Does the CNC Milling Method Offer Effective Custom Foot Orthoses Compared to the Traditional Vacuum Molding Method? (P5-B) • The Effects of Textured Foot Orthotics on Lower Limb Muscle Activity in Parkinson’s Disease (P5-C) • Classifying Sitting, Standing and Walking Using Only Plantar Force Data: Establishing Objective Evidence for Weight-Bearing Activities as a Risk Factor for Plantar Fasciitis (P5-D)
10:00 – 11:00 AM 10:15 – 11:15 AM 11:00 AM – Noon 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Advanced Prosthetic Fabrication Techniques (T10)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Exhibits Forum
Meeting Room 202 (Level 2)
3D Printing Recap & Roundtable (T11)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy Part 2 (C25)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1)
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Manufacturers' Workshops—Tier G (Four-Hour Workshops)
MWG- 1 What Does the Practice of the Future Look Like? Changing Business Models and Successful Strategies for the Future
Meeting Room 212 (Level 2) Sponsor: American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, & Pedorthics Inc. (ABC) Presentation Concludes at 2:30 PM
MWG- 2 Orthotic Management of the Lower Extremity
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Special Events Make sure your busy National Assembly Schedule includes time for these fun networking events.
TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
1:00 – 5:00 PM
Pre-Show Contemporary Overview of Lower-Limb Prosthetic Impression Techniques Workshop
Meeting Room 111/112 (Level 1) While we all have our own negative impression technique for lower-limb prosthetics that meet the needs of our particular patient population, it is good to know what other techniques are available and to refresh our skills. This hands-on course will review a variety of impression taking techniques (Plaster & Scanning) from experienced clinicians focusing on four distinct levels of amputation (Long Transtibial, Short Trans-tibial, Long Transfemoral & Short Transfemoral). For each level, the live demonstration will cover seasoned and innovative techniques that can help every clinician broaden their clinical skills. Attendees must pre-register by selecting this course on the registration form. Tickets are $75 per person. Space is limited.
WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
1:00 – 5:00 PM Thranhardt Golf Classic
Furry Creek Furry Creek is known as “British Columbia’s Most Scenic Golf Course”—and for good reason. Surrounded by the sparkling Howe Sound Bay, towering aged trees and snow peaked mountains, Furry Creek encompasses what British Columbia is all about. Whether you’re an international guest looking to experience the beauty of the province, or a local resident reminding yourself why you love where you call home— Furry Creek has something to offer you. Buses depart Convention Center at noon.
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WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
Step It Up CHALLENGE
Step It Up Challenge
Participate in a 3 day Step It Up Challenge! Each day attendees can track their steps via phone, separate app, fitness tracker, pedometer, etc. Participants must post a picture of their daily steps by 6:30 PM on each day in the Activity Feed of the AOPA365 app or present their data to the Step It Up race headquarters, located right outside the exhibit hall. Sign up for your chance to win daily cash prizes! *Exhibitors can participate, but do not qualify for prizes.
Sponsored by MD Orthopaedics (Booth 1132)
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5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome to Vancouver Grand Opening Reception
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Join us as the Musqueam, “People of the River Grass”, welcome us with a traditional dance at the ribbon cutting ceremony. The Musqueam people are the oldest known residents of Vancouver and have lived here for thousands of years. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of their territory, today over a thousand Musqueams inhabit a very small portion of their traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve. They pass on their vibrant culture and traditions to each generation and share it with visitors to their territory. Refreshments will be served. The Welcome Reception is included in your full conference registration. You can purchase a guest ticket for $45.
THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 27, 2018
6:30 – 9:30 PM
PARTY WITH A PURPOSE Meeting Rooms 301-305 (Level 3)
Reserve your ticket for the 2nd Annual Party With a Purpose. Come re-live the fun, wild and groovy decade that was the 1970s at That Seventies Bar (Vancouver Convention Center Level 3). Enjoy a delicious dinner, disco dancing, soulful tunes and beautiful harbor views. Since this event is a fundraiser for AOPA’s government relations programs, certain rules may apply. Tickets must be purchased separately but can be reserved in advance. Space is limited, so be there or be square. Visit AOPA booth #302 for more details.
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POSTER 8:45 – 9:45 AM
Professional Women of O&P Celebrating Success Brunch
Ballroom D Women registering as full-conference attendees for the 2018 Assembly are invited to join us for a special event for women. The planning committee has organized a program to offer all women working in the O&P profession a casual networking brunch and the opportunity to learn from successful women in O&P. Join us to hear from these outstanding leaders who will share insight into their success and their thoughts on the future of women in O&P. • Denise Hoffmann is a strong leader in the O&P community and continually supports political advocacy efforts. Denise is the recipient of the 2018 AOPA Legislative Advocacy Award. • Silvia Raschke, PhD is a researcher in the field of Rehabilitation Engineering at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT). She has worked as an O&P instructor, university program head and today is the Principal Investigator for the Centre for Rehabilitation Engineering and Technology that Enables. Dr. Rashke served as co-chair for the National Assembly Clinical Sessions Workgroup in 2018.
Space is limited. If you have previously registered for the event, you will receive a ticket with your badge at registration. If you have not made a reservation, you may do so at the registration desk on-site, as long as space is available. For more information, please contact Betty Leppin at bleppin@aopanet.org.
SESSIONS Thursday and Friday at 4:00 – 5:00 PM e-Learning Lounge, Exhibition Level Visit the new e-learning lounge. Electronic research posters will be on display throughout the day on Thursday and Friday. The Assembly has dedicated time for you to meet with researchers and learn more about their research. See pages 72 and 95 for a list of daily presentations and their schedule.
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Hall C (Exhibition Level) Join your colleagues as we celebrate the success of another day of great learning and growing! Continue to network with your fellow cohorts and healthcare professionals in the Exhibit Hall. The Happy Hour is hosted by exhibitors. The Happy Hour reception is included in your full conference registration.
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TECHNICAL FABRICATION CONTEST Start practicing! This year’s technical fabrication contest will feature a timed competition on the exhibit hall show floor. Strut your stuff and show the profession that you are the best technical fabricator in the O&P profession. Winners receive bragging rights and cash prizes. Participants will properly assembly an articulating AFO or simple BK. A judge will record your time. You may have your time recorded for each device type up to three times. Your best time will be your final competition time. The contest will be open during the times listed below at booth #1046 in the exhibit hall. If there is a tie, then there will be a “time-off” to determine the winner. Two winners will be selected from each category (Student, Technician, and Practitioner). Six First Place winners with the lowest fabrication time will each receive a $500 prize. Six runner ups with the second-best time will each receive $200. All National Assembly registrants may participate unless they are a judge, work for a contest sponsor or are on the National Assembly Planning Committee or AOPA Board of Directors. Sponsored by
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Meeting Room 111/112 (Level 1) David Moe, CPO Mark Muller, MS, CPO, FAAOP Jesse Spellen, CPO While we all have our own negative impression technique for lower limb prosthetics that meet the needs of our particular patient population, it is essential to know what other techniques are available and to refresh our skills. This hands-on course will review a variety of impression taking techniques (Plaster & Scanning) from experienced clinicians focusing on four distinct levels of amputation (Long Transtibial, Short Trans-tibial, Long Transfemoral & Short Transfemoral). For each level, the live demonstration will cover seasoned and innovative techniques that can help every clinician broaden their clinical skills. Limited space is available. *Tickets required and available through registration.
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Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier A
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MWA- 1 Toe Walking Intensive
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Meeting Room 202/203 (Level 2) Sponsor: Cascade Dafo Inc. There are multiple causes for toe walking, but no specific bracing solution for any given diagnosis. Each case requires an individual assessment and treatment plan based on the patient’s unique presentation, goals, and real-life factors. In this advanced course, we’ll build on your knowledge of toe walking treatments by showing you new ways to look at patient presentations and discuss various bracing solutions you may not have considered. We’ll share multiple case studies and successful approaches used by other clinicians— including course participants—focusing on assessment, brace selection and optimization, and tips for casting and fitting.
MWA- 2 The NEURO SWING AFO—Scientifically Grounded Technology for the Orthotic Management of Neurological Disorders
Meeting Room 205/206 (Level 2) Sponsor: FIOR & GENTZ GmbH Take part in a course about a breakthrough German technology grounded in scientifically based research for the proper orthotic management of neurological disorders such as Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. With a patented ankle joint in 2013, the NEURO SWING AFO matches the pathological gait and physical conditions with the proper orthotic design and offers the possibility of independent alignment adjustments of the segments and customized mechanical forces according to the activity level, weight, ROM, and MMT. Learn about a new casting technique and the ORTHOSIS CONFIGURATOR software to design the AFO. We are all different and can’t continue treating everybody with the same AFO design, ankle joint size, spring forces, materials and expect changes or progress. It is a new era in orthotic treatment.
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Meeting Room 207 (Level 2) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc. Please join us while we share with you the latest advancements in upper and lower limb technology by Össur. This session will focus on the Touch Solutions upper limb product line for full and partial hand, the latest offering of feet in the Pro-Flex family as well as the latest advances in lower limb Bionic technology by Össur. Attendees will have opportunity to interact with product champions to deepen their level of understanding and usage of these exciting advances.
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MWA- 4 How to Utilize New CAD/CAM Technologies to Improve Your Practice
MWA- 5 CAD Modification Design Essentials
Meeting Room 210 (Level 2) Sponsor: WillowWood This highly informational hands-on workshop examines how CAD technology enables O&P technicians, assistants and practitioners to easily modify scanned images in preparation for fabrication. Featured in the workshop is OMEGA® by WillowWood® software. Emphasis is placed on the software user interface, workspace and workflow tools.
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MWB- 1 BOC Standards and Compliance: The Bottom Line in Performance Improvement
Meeting Room 204 (Level 2) Sponsor: Board of Certification / Accreditation (BOC) Organizational performance improvement is an important and highly misunderstood topic. It is clearly mandated by CMS Quality Standards, but Wayne Rosen, BOCO, FAAOP, BOC Board Chair, will help you understand why you should focus here not only for compliance, but also to enhance your ROI. Sponsored by BOC, this two-hour workshop focusing on standards and compliance explains how you can improve the overall performance of your practice by having credentialed individuals on staff and provides a better understanding of what standards are applicable to your business. You will receive tips on how to get employees credentialed and how to maintain compliance.
MWB- 2 Complete K2 Transfemoral Solution from College Park
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: College Park Industries This workshop will present a complete lower limb solution for Transfemoral patients with an overview of TF gait and biomechanics. We will dissus what makes good endoskeletal componentry and review K2 foot options and the Guardian Knee from College Park Industries.
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Meeting Room 208/209 (Level 2) Sponsor: Vorum Thousands of O&P practitioners are already working up to six times faster and with greater precision by using modern CAD/CAM tools. Whether they work at a hospital like Shriners, a c-fab like Spinal Technology, or a small clinic, their practices are growing and thriving despite frozen reimbursement rates, a shortage of clinicians, and rising patient expectations. They are also ready to exploit 3D-printing technology as it matures. Attend this hands-on workshop to learn how practitioners like you are using the latest digital technology. Also learn how to smoothly migrate from plaster to a digital 3D world.
EDUCATION WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 MWB- 3 The Latest Product Introductions from Freedom Innovations WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations LLC This course will provide a detailed review of Freedom’s newest product offerings and provide hands on training with the technology. The discussion will be focused on a new programming methodology for the Plie 3 and a new addition to our K2 foot portfolio.
MWB- 4 iFIT Transtibial Prosthesis Workshop—Immediate Fit, Innovative Technology
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: iFit Prosthetics LLC The iFIT prosthesis was developed to create an affordable and readily accessible prosthetic device for a large and growing number of persons with lower limb loss. The prosthesis can be fit in a single session with hand tools and customized to each patient. The adjustable buckle system makes it an ideal device for new amputees that experience drastic limb volume changes, as well as for patients with vascular diseases. This presentation will review the key features, advantages, and how the prosthesis is fit. It will also touch on research recently completed on the iFIT system. A certification quiz will follow the presentation.
MWB- 5 Conquering the Unique Challenges of the K2 and K3 Amputee with the All-Terrain Knee
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: LegWorks Review candidates for the All-Terrain Knee and typical knee recommendations for this group. Patented Autolock Technology function and clinical benefits of achieving lock prior to heel strike will be discussed. Review swing phase characteristics of hydraulic, pneumatic and typical friction knees. Explore mechanical Variable Cadence Controller technology utilizing a combination of variable interaction between friction and extension springs throughout the swing phase cycle. Review proper alignment and adjustments for the All-Terrain Knee. Patient fitting demonstration will highlight proper alignment, addressing gait deviations as needed, and developing proper prosthetic weight bearing and hip flexion sequence to exploit benefits of the All-Terrain Knee.
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Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: LIM Innovations Discover new Infinite Socket™ configurations and components specifically designed to optimize patient comfort and functionality. The Infinite Socket™ design has resulted in improvements to functional outcomes, a reduction in socket issues and ultimately a better quality of life for amputees. The training will provide tips on component selection, review new innovative features, and pre-qualify you for our exemplary Premier Partner Program. Practitioners will learn how applying our efficient fitting process will streamline appointments and increase your facility’s volume. Get certified today.
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10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier C
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Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co. The Triple Action ankle joint delivers ease of use with independently adjustable alignment, range of motion and resistance to ankle motion. Triple Action was developed for controlled mobilization of the ankle in the orthotic treatment of stroke and CP. This educational program presents the clinical application of the pediatric and adult Triple Action ankle joints. Learn how to optimize and evaluate the orthotic care you deliver using the Triple Action ankle joint, to help your patients navigate the real world outside the exam room.
MWC- 2 Transtibial, High-Activity Assessment and Alignment
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Fillauer The process of selecting a “high-activity” foot is often just based on a feeling, a deal, or a brand. Mounting those posteriorly attached devices can sometimes seem like too much of a risk. Join us as we discuss patient and foot selection criteria based on the physics of the designs and how that relationship leads to patient success. With the help of one of the most experienced technician/prosthetist teams, we will fit and align a posterior mounted prosthetic foot from start to finish with repeatable methodology and new fabrication tools to make the process less intimidating with terrific results.
MWC- 3 The End of Rigid Sockets—Socket-less Socket’s™ for All Amputation Levels
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Martin Bionics Innovations The Martin Bionics’ Socket-less Socket™ technology fits like a sneaker, and provides superior control and unparalleled comfort and conformity. Discover all new socket configurations, and now for all amputation levels. Fitting the Socket-less Socket™ technology offers a more efficient clinical practice, increased revenue, and fewer follow-up adjustment appointments compared with conventional fitting methods.
MWC-4 Making the Right Decisions on Mechatronic Technology for Your Patients
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Ottobock Advances in prosthetic technology are transforming patient outcomes more than ever. This course will review mechatronic solutions from Ottobock for both lower- and upper-limb amputees. We will focus on functional differences, patient selection, fitting and training tips. We will introduce new product updates to C-Leg, Genium and X3 and make sure you leave with an understanding of what technology to use to enhance your clinical practice outcomes.
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MWC- 1 Using Controlled Ankle Mobilization and Alignment to Improve Gait Function with the Triple Action Ankle Joint
EDUCATION WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 MWC- 5 Innovative Spinal Bracing Solutions WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: Townsend Design/Thuasne USA Spinal bracing may not be the most stimulating workshop topic here in Vancouver. However, if you consider the value of your time, and the percentage of revenues LSOs, TLSOs, and collars contribute to your clinic’s top line and bottom line, this workshop will acquaint you with Thuasne USA’s innovative O&P focused spinal solutions. Come learn about products made in the USA and in Europe by Townsend’s parent company (Thuasne). Cost-effective, time- efficient, patient-friendly solutions. This interactive (try on the products) workshop is presented by Carl Macchia, CO, the Spinal Bracing Manager for Thuasne USA. Learn about our new universal-sized sternal bar TLSO (SLEEQ MAX), our Jewetttype brace with great adjustability, and other unique designs.
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MWD- 1 Coapt Pattern Recognition: Revolutionizing Control in Upper Limb
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Coapt LLC Coapt, the industry leader in pattern recognition, has established COMPLETE CONTROL as the most modern and intuitive myoelectric control option for upper limb amputees. This workshop will cover the many benefits of the technology as well as clinical approaches to evaluating potential users. The system’s compatibility with other manufacturers’ devices will be detailed, and attendees will have an opportunity to have their questions answered. Attendees of the workshop will also learn about the technology straight from their users and interact and experience the product for themselves.
MWD- 2 A Modular Approach to Dynamic Bracing
Meeting Room 216 (Level 2) Sponsor: Fabtech Systems LLC We will detail the philosophy and methods behind reactive carbon bracing with the following highlights: • Evaluation method for new patients • Casting demonstration • Modification/Fabrication overview • Patient fitting and alignment • Q/A with clinicians currently using the system
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Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Naked Prosthetics Traumatic finger loss is one of the most prevalent amputations in the USA, and historically the least served by prosthetic technology. Naked Prosthetics designs and creates robust functional fingers to get users back on the job—be it as a professional musician or a construction worker. In this workshop we will discuss our technology, user needs & uses, and outcomes. We will also cover sizing, fitting, and common questions.
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MWD- 4 I Can! Enhancing Quality of Life Through Effective Orthotic Intervention
MWD- 5 WillowWood One Socket System
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: WillowWood Paticipants will receive an overview of the key aspects of fitting patients with the WillowWood One System, an elevated vacuum system that improves socket fit, and comfort through advances in liner technology and deal design. Course topics include patient selection, component function, shape capture, socket fitting and vacuum parameter adjustment.
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Thranhardt Golf Classic (Buses depart the Convention Center at Noon)
Furry Creek Golf & Country Club
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Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Surestep This interactive course is designed to address and meet challenges commonly faced by children with neuromuscular deficits. Orthotists can benefit from understanding why patients are struggling to meet a goal and why it’s important that they accomplish that goal. Surestep’s Education Team has worked closely with families and patients to develop a course that addresses these challenges and provides solutions to facilitate successful goal attainment. Participants will work in small groups throughout the course to develop a strong understanding of deficits leading to and consequences of poor trunk and head control, as well as toe walking.
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Business Certificate Program (B1)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) The O&P Business Management Certificate Program is a comprehensive certificate granting program that offers a series of business and management seminars to provide business managers, practitioners and distributors an opportunity to explore crucial business challenges—from finance, sales and marketing to business operations, reimbursement policies and management. The Business Management Certificate Program is similar to non-degree continuing education programs that universities offer in conjunction with their MBA programs. Certificate Program courses are offered at the AOPA Assembly, online at AOPA’s website and targeted seminars throughout the country. The Certificate Program focuses on four subject areas: Finance, Management, Sales and Marketing, and Operations. To complete the program you must complete the required core module and one elective module from each of the four core subject areas for a total of eight courses. Learn more at bit.ly/aopacertificate. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
Basic Financial Accounting—How to Read a Financial Statement (B1-A)
Adam Herman, CPA Business Certificate Program—Finance Core Program This course is designed to help you gain a basic understanding of how to read financial statements and gives you the confidence to be able to look at a set of financial statements and make sense of them. We will begin with what financial statements do. We all remember Cuba Gooding Junior’s immortal line from the movie Jerry Maguire, “Show me the money!” Well, that’s what financial statements do. They show you the money. They show you where a company’s money came from, where it went, and where it is now. We will cover four main types of financial statements: • Balance sheets • Cash flow statements • Income statements • Statements of shareholders’ equity
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Overhead Reduction Strategies (B1-B)
Kathleen DeLawrence, COO, Ability Prosthetics & Orthotics Business Certificate Program—Finance Elective Course Going Lean: Overhead reduction strategies. As the healthcare market continues to challenge O&P providers with longer timelines for authorizations and reimbursements, the industry is looking for ways to eliminate expenses, streamline business practices and deliver more profitable value. This discussion will share best practice approaches to evaluate your business model so you can determine how to get leaner and reduce costs while maintaining high quality clinical care. Strategies for organizational design planning, centralizing business processes and streamlining manufacturing will be addressed. You will leave with tips on how to get started, build a realistic plan and deliver results.
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The Operating Performance Benchmarking Survey: What it Can do for You (B1-C)
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Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier E
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MWE- 1 Socket Selection Criteria and Alignment Considerations
Meeting Room 202/203 (Level 2) Sponsor: Alps South LLC An overview into the selection of the type of socket and interface in relation to stump shape, tissue type, components, and projected vocation along with alignment considerations.
MWE- 2 Stance Control Orthotic Application in Chronic and Acute Patient Applications
Meeting Room 205/206 (Level 2) Sponsor: Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co. Chronic and acute patient categories present unique practitioner challenges in the use of stance control technology. Success has been directly linked to a physical trial with an evaluation orthosis. In this approach, a practitioner can ascertain if any physical restraints exist from the late effects of a neuromuscular deficit in chronic patients. In acute cases, the practitioner can initiate the task of gait retaining and determine if sufficient muscular strength exits for the patient to initiate over the ground weight bearing. In either category, patients undergo a physical challenge through the use of the trial orthosis and if successful can transition to a custom device. The workshop will cover the unique physical limits of acute and chronic application and a practicum on the use of the PreStride immediate fit stance control orthosis.
MWE- 3 Motion Control Upper Extremity Components with TASKA® Certification
Meeting Room 207 (Level 2) Sponsor: Motion Control, a division of Fillauer Join Motion Control for a fact-filled, four-hours of the latest in Upper Extremity Prosthetics. We will present the NEXO system, the latest in lightweight, easy-to-fabricate, body powered prostheses. Motion Control will discuss myoelectric control and adjustment with the iOS (Apple) based User Interface and the Taska hand. TASKA is the most robust multi-articulating hand on the market, and it is water-resistant! Learn more about the features of the Taska hand and the simplicity of the User Interface. Attendance for the entire course will be required for TASKA certification.
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Jeff Brandt, CPO, CEO, Ability P&O Join this panel of seasoned financial professionals to learn how AOPA’s financial benchmarking survey can help strengthen your O&P business.
EDUCATION WEDNESDAY 9 | 26 | 18 MWE- 4 The New C-Brace®. Step into Your Future™. WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE
Meeting Room 208/209 (Level 2) Sponsor: Ottobock Learn more about the new C-Brace, as well as Ottobock’s other innovative KAFO solutions. Discover what the new C-Brace has to offer, including the sleek diagnostic trial tool. Gather tips on device selection, casting techniques, and final fittings. Encourage and inspire your patients to walk normally and safely, and live life more fully.
MWE-5 Townsend AFO & KAFO Innovations
Meeting Room 210 (Level 2) Sponsor: Townsend Design/Thuasne USA Which supplier do you turn to for your most complex mobility or anatomical challenges? Townsend has carved out a niche in the O&P industry for being a go-to source for carbon graphite lower extremity specialty braces. The company is now producing amazingly lightweight composite KAFOs and AFOs. The SpryStep family of OTS AFOs have rocketed in popularity this past year and are now available in custom versions. The proprietary manufacturing processes to make these AFOs has been blended with the company’s historically-stellar Air Townsend knee brace to create the Dynamic KAFO. Featuring a signature posterior lateral strut position, this KAFO—like the SpryStep AFOs—fits more easily into shoes and is incredibly durable, cosmetically superior, and immediately impressive to referring physicians. Utilizing case studies and his personal experiences as a CPO, Townsend's clinical educator, Will Cox, masterfully merges the art and science of complex lower extremity bracing.
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Manufacturers’ Workshops—Tier F
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MWF- 1 Reimaging the Order Platform for Custom Devices
Meeting Room 215 (Level 2) Sponsor: Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc. In line with reimagining the distribution model, Cascade will explore the FusiformCAST platform integration. This ordering platform facilitates custom device orders, monitors the progress of the device from initial order to delivery, and maintains HIPAA compliant patient records. This solution helps consolidate purchases from Cascade while providing a free, efficient, and error-proof ordering experience. Topics will include: platform registration and administration, custom order form demonstrations, and a review of the business functionality of the Cascade-FusiformCAST integration.
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MWF- 3 Advanced Scanning Technologies to Enhance Clinical Care Procedures for Infants with Skull Deformities
Meeting Room 217 (Level 2) Sponsor: Orthomerica Products Inc. The SmartSoc scanning system has accelerated patient care by obtaining accurate 3D models, and providing a secure and HIPAA compliant pathway for the transmission of electronic data. To date, two modules have been developed: (1) cranial, and (2) lower extremity prosthetics. The Measurement Comparison Utility (MCU) provides clinical outcome data by comparing scans over time to document changes in both shape and volume. Consecutive scanning sessions are used to accurately monitor and report changes secondary to growth, edema, atrophy, changes in muscle tone and other factors. Comparative reports support the efficacy of the treatment program and the justification for device replacements.
MWF- 4 Functional Healing by Össur; Featuring the Rebound® PCL & the Rebound® Cartilage
Meeting Room 218 (Level 2) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc. Functional Healing from Össur represents our most advanced Injury Solutions products to date. The Functional Healing icon is our seal of approval for more effective, less painful healing, accompanied by improved mobility. The Rebound PCL is the first dynamic brace of its kind and can be used as a conservative treatment option or post-operatively to help the PCL heal in the best anatomical position. The Rebound® Cartilage is a protective functional solution designed to support knee cartilage healing after procedures such as Microfracture, OATS, (M)ACI and restorative medicine techniques.
MWF- 5 AFO by CAD/CAM in a Record Time with Rodin4D
Meeting Room 219 (Level 2) Sponsor: Rodin4D Rodin4D developed a new process to design AFOs in record time. Thanks to this process, any AFO can be designed within 4 minutes with Rodin4D NEO software.
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ensure the right product for the right patient every time. Each participant will learn how combining digital scanning software with experienced 3D Printing professionals can unleash the benefits of 3D printed prosthetic products, both for their patient and their clinic.
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Wednesday Exhibit Hall Happenings 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Welcome to Vancouver—Grand Opening Reception Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Join us for refreshments and a grand welcome to Vancouver from the Musqueam Indians, also known as “People of the River Grass.” The Musqueam people are the oldest known residents of Vancouver and have lived in Vancouver for thousands of years. Although a metropolitan city has developed in the heart of their territory, today over a thousand Musqueams inhabit a very small portion of their traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve. They pass on their vibrant culture and traditions to each generation and share it with visitors to their territory. The Welcome Reception is included in your full conference registration. You can purchase a guest ticket for $45.
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
New Products Launch & Raffles Be sure to stop by and see what NEW PRODUCTS & RAFFLES exhibitors are promoting during the show. The New Product Launch & Raffle boards are located near the exhibit hall entrance.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 SCHEDULE PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE 9.0 CE CREDITS Registration is open from 7:00 AM- 5:00 PM, Foyer (Level 1) Time
Exhibit Level
Hall C
Exhibit Level
Hall B2
Level 1 Ballroom A
Level 1 Ballroom B
Level 1 Rm 109
Level 1 Rm 110
Level 1 Rm 116/117
Breakfast 7 AM
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Keynote and Thranhardt Lectures 7:15-8:30 AM 1.25 CE Credit, P.54
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Break in the Exhibit Hall Hall C, Exhibition Level 8:30-10 AM
8:30 AM-5 PM
Break 8:30-10 AM
C3
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Tech Fab Contest
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Outcomes 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.56
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Modular Approach 10-11 AM 1.0 CE Credit, P.57
T2
Adv. Lamination 11 AM-Noon 1.0 CE Credit, P.57
P1
Top Ten Insights Part 1 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.57
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall Hall C, Exhibition Level Noon-1:30 PM
8:45 AM – 4:30 PM PPTs are 30 minute C4 Microprocessorminiworkshops. Each Controlled Knees 1:30-3 PM PPT is worth .50 CE 1.5 CE Credits P.59 credits for a total of 5 CE credits.(Page 78-80)
Lunch
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Top Ten Series 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.55
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C7
Prosthetic Care 3:15-4 PM .75 CE Credit,P.62
C10
Socket Design 4-5 PM 1 CE Credit, P.68
C5
B3
T3 & T4
Triplanar Mgmt. 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.59
Compliance 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.58
Proven Fabrication 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.60-61
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Finding Your Way Free Paper Session Regulatory and 3:15-5 PM Legislative Update 3:15-4:30 PM 1.75 CE Credits, P.71 3:15-5 PM 1.25 CE Credit, P.64 1.75 CE Credits P.61
C11
Orthotic Treatment 4:30-5 PM .5 CE Credit, P.70
P2
Top Ten Insights Part 2 1:30-3:15 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.60
P2-C
Insight 6 3:15-4:15 PM 1 CE Credit, P.70
P2-D
Insight 7 4:15-5 PM .75 CE Credit, P.70
C6
Dev. and Utility of ReLOAD 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.60
C9
Integrating Outcomes 3:15-5:10 PM 2 CE Credits P.65
Poster Session (Part 1)
Exhibition Level e-Learning Lounge 4:00-5:00 PM (Page 72-77)
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 27 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
THURSDAY SCHEDULE
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:00 AM
Opening General Session
7:15 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
7:30 – 8:00 AM
Keynote Address
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Tobie Hatfield, Director of Innovations for Nike, will share world class insights and recount his personal story of going from athletic coach to shoe developer with Nike.
8:00 – 8:30 AM 8:05 – 8:15 AM
Award Winning Thranhardt Lecture Series (C2) Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
Significant Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of Cranial Remolding Orthoses in Infants with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C2-A)
BEST of SHOW
Tiffany Graham, MSPO, CPO, LPO A statistical significance analysis will be presented on a retrospective chart review of 499 patients with a diagnosis of deformational plagiocephaly. The significance of the following factors on overall treatment time and final post-treatment head shape will be presented: initial age, initial severity, presence/absence of torticollis, and presence/absence of prematurity.
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8:15 – 8:25 AM
Comparative Effectiveness of Microprocessor and Energy Storing Prosthetic Ankles: Full Study Results (C2-B)
Brian Kaluf, BSE, CP, FAAOP Clinical research results will be presented from the largest trial of microprocessor ankles with persons using trans-tibial prostheses. The Kinnex showed increased mobility, socket comfort and improvements in knee and ankle angles on slopes when compared to a fixed-ankle carbon fiber foot. There were aspects that patients liked and disliked about the microprocessor, however 81% preferred it over the fixed-ankle foot.
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
10:00 AM – Noon
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Top Ten Series (B2)
Ballroom B (Level 1) Learn the top-ten strategies, solutions, ideas and answers to your most commonly asked questions. The top-ten series will give you the fast facts you need to improve your business savvy and patient care. Designed for everyone in POP. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
10:00 – 10:30 AM Top-Ten Things You Need to Know to Create a Chart Audit (B2-A) Kimberly Hanson, Director of Reimbursement, Ottobock This discussion highlights the top-ten things you need to know to create a chart audit like a pro.
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Top-Ten Key Elements When Navigating the Medicare Appeal Process (B2-B)
Dale Berry, CP, LP, FAAOP Being prepared with a focused strategy is key to the Medicare appeal process; this presentation will provide insight on a practical strategy and approach to manage any Medicare appeal. This presentation will establish the top-ten key elements related to appealing a denial by Medicare.
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Top-Ten Reimbursement Questions (B2-C)
11:30 AM – Noon
Top-Ten Things to Know About the Changing Payer & Reimbursement Landscape (B2-D)
Linda Collins, MS This presentation reviews the most common questions from O&P professionals along with providing answers and resources.
Matt Waller, SVP Sales and Marketing, VGM Homelink The payer landscape is changing at a faster pace now than it ever has in the past. This presentation will summarize the top-ten changes and trends that orthotic and prosthetic practitioners need to be aware of and prepared for. AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 10:00 AM – Noon
Outcomes and Evidence-Based Practice in P&O: How Are You Documenting Value in Your Clinic and Using It to Improve Reimbursement? (C3)
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Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) James Campbell, PhD, CO, FAAOP Brian Hafner, PhD Andreas Hahn, PhD, MSc Kenton Kaufman, PhD, PE Russell Lundstrom, MS Brittany Pousett, CP(C), MSc Scott Sabolich, CP The need for transparent, value-based funding decisions has reached the field of prosthetics and orthotics. The challenges of properly allocating resources within limited healthcare budgets while also providing patients with appropriate state-of-the-art medical technology requires data based guidance. Significant efforts have been made in recent years to identify appropriate, valid, and reliable clinical outcomes capable of addressing these needs. The number of prosthetic clinics adopting routine documentation of clinical outcomes has increased significantly in recent years. In this symposium, we present examples of routine outcomes measurement in clinical practice and illustrate how the data collected can be used to demonstrate clinical value and support reimbursement efforts.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
10:00 AM – Noon
Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 1 (P1)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Learn the top-ten strategies, solutions, ideas and answers to your most commonly asked questions. The top -ten series will give you the fast facts you need to improve your pedorthic patient care. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Insight 1—The Pendulum Swings for Pedorthics; So Many Things Have Changed-REALLY? (P1-A)
10:45 – 11:30 AM
11:30 – Noon
Insight 2—Pedorthic Education/Associate Degree (P1-B)
Chris Costantini, CPed This presentation will outline education for pedorthic certification.
Insight 3—Update on Medicare and Therapeutic Shoes for Diabetics (P1-C)
Joesph McTernan, Director of Reimbursement Services and Education, AOPA Receive an update on the recently introduced HCPCS code for custom fabricated, direct milled, diabetic inserts (K0903). Discussion will include the status of the PDAC code re-verification process, reimbursement for K0903, and a review of the current LCD and Policy Article governing Medicare coverage of diabetic shoes and inserts.
10:00 – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – Noon
Noon – 1:30 PM
A Modular Approach to Dynamic Bracing (T1)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Greg Mattson, CTPO Scott Wimberley, CTPO, CPA Gain an understanding of dynamic bracing and design principles, as well as an overview of casting, modification and the fabrication process.
Advanced Lamination Techniques in Orthotic Fabrication (T2)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Jacob Keough, CO Learn methods of laminating lower extremity orthotic devices that will allow you to better incorporate the use of composite materials in your designs. Proper model preparation, layups, material selections, and finishing methods will all be discussed.
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
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Dennis Janisse, CPed The pedorthic profession has seen rapid changes over the last decade. Join this insightful session for a review of what’s new and what’s on the horizon.
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1:30 – 3:00 PM
Compliance in a Changing World (B3)
Ballroom B (Level 1) Creating, educating and enforcing compliance is an ever-challenging proposition. Today’s compliance programs must include protection against cyberattacks, protocols for clinical practice as well as HIPAA. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
1:30 – 2:00 PM
Willful Neglect: Two Words that Can Cost You Your Business (B3-A)
2:00 – 2:30 PM
Health Care Held Hostage—Arming Your Business to Defend Against Cyberattacks (B3-B)
Carol Albaugh, LPTA In 2017, the Justice Department and the Inspector General released guidance on metrics they would use to evaluate a provider’s compliance program in the event of a compliance issue. If an entity has a compliance issue or a HIPAA breach and it’s determined there was an absence of or insufficient controls in the compliance program, the provider may be accused of willful neglect and suffer increased penalties. But what does a comprehensive compliance program entail? This presentation will discuss what the government expects providers to do when it comes to reimbursement and HIPAA. Compliance is no longer an option.
Bill Wilson, CPIA Attend this session to arm yourself with the tools and best practices to protect your business from online threats. The health care industry has become one of the top targets for hackers. Health care data is rich with information hackers can exploit to make money. One health care provider lost 412 patient records and paid $650,000 in fines alone. In fact, insurance experts estimate that 60 percent of small businesses will go out of business within a year of having a major data breach. Don’t let this happen to you.
2:30 – 3:00 PM
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Where HIPAA Compliance and Cybersecurity Intersect (B3-C)
Carol Albaugh, LPTA Meeting HIPAA’s vast array of regulations isn’t enough to secure patient data in today’s connected healthcare environment. In a time when cyber-attacks threaten every business and organization from big to small, it has never been more important for O&P practitioners to make cybersecurity a priority. Protecting against healthcare cybersecurity threats and unauthorized access to patient medical records requires a comprehensive approach that addresses how an organization’s evolving IT infrastructure impacts electronic protected health information (ePHI). During this presentation we will discuss the current state of affairs in cybersecurity, how to determine levels of risk to your company and patient data and provide best practices to help protect businesses from hackers.
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1:30 – 3:00 PM
Update on the Evidence for Benefits of MicroprocessorControlled Knees in Limited Community Ambulators: Review of the Literature, Results of Current Studies, And Future Research Projects (C4)
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Triplanar Management to Achieve Optimal Skeletal Alignment and Orthotic Outcomes: An Observation from the Orthotist, Physical Therapist and Patient (C5)
Ballroom A (Level 1) Jason Jennings, CPO, FAAOP Marmaduke Loke, CPO Jill Seale, PhD, PT (invited) Triplanar Management is the application of corrective forces within an orthosis to control segmental skeletal alignment under full weightbearing in all three Cardinal planes. Review different types of Dynamic Lower Extremity Orthoses that can be used to achieve Triplanar Management and to what varying degrees. The necessity of Physical Therapy and the training techniques necessary to achieve optimal clinical outcomes will be reviewed.
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Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Stephan Domayer, MD, PhD Andreas Hahn, PhD, MSc Andreas Kannenberg, MD (GER), PhD Kenton Kaufman, PhD, PE Sara Morgan, CPO, PhD This symposium will give an overview on the existing evidence, new study results, and current research efforts with microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knees in individuals with above-knee amputations and MFCL-2 mobility. Compelling arguments to negotiate MPK fittings in limited community ambulators with health insurors will be provided.
EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 1:30 – 3:00 PM
The Development and Utility of ReLOAD: A Mobile Sensor System of Auditory Feedback for Gait Deviation Detection and Correction for Lower Limb Amputees (C6)
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Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Robert Gailey, PhD, PT Ignacio Gaunaurd, PhD, PT, MSPT Anat Kristal, MSc, PT Paul Pasquina, MD Hear a description of the ReLOAD system and its use for assessing gait, implementation of real-time gait correction through verbal cues and music distortion, and remote exercise prescription for individuals with unilateral lower limb amputation.
1:30 – 3:15 PM
Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 2 (P2) Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Don’t miss part 2—Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Insight 4—Really Understanding What You are Treating, X-Rays Tell the Inside Story (P2-A)
Teresa Alpert, CO, CPed Understanding the anatomy of the foot from the view of an X-Ray can help us as pedorthists and orthotists achieve better outcomes. Just as you can’t always judge a book by its cover, you can’t always determine the root cause of the problem without verification from the X-Ray. Using this information can help you determine what type of orthotic modality to use. Understanding the orientation of the X-Ray will give you confidence to converse with the physician and the patient about the efficacy of your pedorthic treatment. Together we will review case studies and discuss intended protocols for treatment.
2:30 – 3:15 PM
Insight 5—Fabrication: In-house vs. Central Fab (P2-B)
Jeremy Janisse, CPed, COA Deciding whether to use central fabrication or in-house production is a complex decision. This discussion will outline many of the important factors you should consider when making this decision.
1:30 – 2:30 PM Proven Fabrication Techniques Over Rigid Foam Positive Models (T3)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Alex Brett, RTPO(c) Pat Myrdal, RTPO(c), FCBC The techniques presented have been compiled from years of personal experience, as well as tips received from many other fabricators. Whether you are fabricating successfully over foam or simply thinking about the future, come join the discussion!
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2:30 – 3:00 PM Future Tech! Emerging Technologies in O&P (T4)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Steve Hill, CO, BOCO In this annually updated presentation, we will discuss many of the latest emerging technologies. While we will focus on the technologies specific to orthotics and prosthetics, an overview of many other new technologies will be discussed to encourage finding ways to employ them for the benefit of our practice and our patients. This year’s topics will include smart materials, flexible glass, brain implants, gene therapy as well as updated information on 3D printing and more will be discussed. Participants will gain an understanding of some of the newest and emerging technologies.
3:15 – 5:00 PM
Regulatory and Legislative Update (B4)
3:15 – 3:45 PM
So Congress (and the Federal Law) Now Says Our Notes are Officially Part of the Medical Record … Now What? (B4-A)
Ballroom B (Level 1) Learn what’s happening in the legislative and regulatory arena and how it will affect you. This informative session will provide an update on the issues that AOPA and the Alliance have been working on as well as an update on recently enacted legislation. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
David McGill On February 8, 2018, congress amended the Social Security Act to read, “For purposes of determining the reasonableness and medical necessity of orthotics and prosthetics, documentation created by an orthotist or prosthetist shall be considered part of the individual’s medical record to support documentation created by eligible professionals described in section 1848(k)(3)(B).” What exactly does this mean for you?
3:45 – 4:15 PM
4:15 – 5:00 PM
Medicare O&P Improvement Act—One is not Enough (B4-B)
Thomas F. Fise, JD The Medicare O&P Improvement Act has eight provisions, we’ve gotten one passed, but what are the others and what can we do to finally move this piece of legislation forward?
Regulatory Update (B4-C)
Joesph McTernan, Director of Reimbursement Services and Education, AOPA Receive an update from AOPA’s Director of Reimbursement to make sure you are up to date on the latest rules and regulations affecting your practice.
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3:00 – 3:15 PM Break
EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 3:15 – 4:00 PM A Step Forward in Prosthetic Care—A Free Paper Session (C7)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Hear four top-scoring studies providing comparative data and literature reviews on advanced technologies. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
3:20 – 3:28 PM
An Innovative Foot Module with Easily Accessible Frontal Plane Adaptation Enhances the Locomotion on Uneven Ground (C7-A)
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Bjoern Altenburg, CPO Review a comparison of cross slope ambulation of 12 TT amputees using standard ESR feet and a novel foot module that allows for +- 10° inversion/eversion. Benefits in load distribution and perceived safety will be discussed.
3:30 – 3:38 PM
Literature Review of The Evidence on Prosthetic Feet with Active Dorsiflexion Feature, Passive Microprocessor Control and Active Ankle Power Generation (C7-B) Andreas Kannenberg, MD (GER), PhD Review literature on the benefits of prosthetic feet with non-MP controlled hydraulic ankles/dorsiflexion feature, and passive and powered MP controlled feet. This review will help educate payers and inform patient selection for these advanced prosthetic foot technologies.
3:40 – 3:48 PM
Immediate Post-Operative Ambulation After Below Knee Amputation (C7-C)
Christopher Bibbo, DO, DPM, FACS Learn how to provide below knee amputees the ability to begin full weight-bearing immediately post-operatively.
3:50 – 3:58 PM
Prosthetic Limb User Experiences with Crossover Feet: A Focus Group Study to Explore Outcomes that Matter (C7-D)
Cody McDonald, PhC, MPH, CPO Prosthesis user engagement in qualitative research can allow clinicians and researchers to identify outcomes that matter to end users. Hear the insights from a focus group of prosthesis users who have worn both energy storing and crossover prosthetic feet.
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Co-OP
An AOPA Member Benefit Welcome to the AOPA Co-OP, a compendium of O&P! Co-OP resources include: • State-specific insurance policy updates, • L-code search capability, • Data and evidence resources, and so much more!
As an online reimbursement, coding, and policy resource, this site includes a collection of detailed information with links to supporting documentation for the topics most important to AOPA Members. Like a Wikipedia of all things O&P, the Co-OP incorporates a crowdsourcing component, which is vetted by AOPA staff, to garner the vast knowledge and experience of our membership body. For more information or to see a live demo, visit the AOPA Booth #302.
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EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 3:15 – 4:30 PM
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3:20 – 3:28 PM
Pediatric and Adolescent Bracing Free Paper Session (C8)
Ballroom A (Level 1) Learn current treatment concepts for bracing in pediatric and adolescent patients. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
A Prospective Study of Cranial Orthotic Treatment of Infants with Isolated Deformational Brachycephaly (C8-A)
Timothy Littlefield, MSEng Due to its symmetric appearance, deformational brachycephaly is often incorrectly dismissed as being only cosmetic’ in nature, and it is often reported that brachycephaly cannot be treated successfully with a cranial orthosis. We will report on 4,205 infants with isolated deformational brachycephaly treated with a cranial orthosis from 2012-2017, and demonstrate that successful outcomes may be achieved.
3:30 – 3:38 PM
Outcome Effects of Initial Age and Severity in Cranial Remolding: Orthotic Treatment for Infant with Deformational Plagiocephaly (C8-B)
Tiffany Graham, MSPO, CPO, LPO A retrospective chart review of 499 patients with a diagnosis of Deformational Plagiocephaly will be presented with the aim of analyzing the outcome effects of cranial remolding treatment based on initial age and severity of the patients. The overall change in cranial vault asymmetry index (CVAI) for each age/severity subgroup as well as their treatment durations will be reported. The rates of change in CVAI for each subgroup will also be compared.
3:40 – 3:48 PM
The Effect of Body Mass Index on In-Brace Correction Obtained by a Boston-Style Scoliosis TLSO in Patients Diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Retrospective Study (C8-C)
Rachel Rosen, CO, MPO It is generally accepted that increased in-brace correction of primary scoliotic curves among patients with AIS being treated with a Boston scoliosis TLSO is a predictor of orthoses’ overall ability to prevent curve progression. However, whether a patient’s BMI is a predictor of in-brace primary curve correction is still to be determined. Results will be presented that indicate patients with a BMI percentile falling above the 85th percentile were more likely to have poorer in-brace correction of their primary scoliotic curve when compared to low-BMI percentile counterparts.
3:50 – 3:58 PM
Development of a Compliance Monitoring System for Scoliosis Brace Treatment (C8-D)
Jennifer Johansson, MS Patient compliance is a key factor in the efficacy of brace treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). This presentation describes the development of a novel compliance monitoring system for brace treatment of AIS.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
4:00 – 4:08 PM
Pygmalion-Rosenthal Effect to Mitigate Non-Compliance and Improve Orthotic Outcomes in Patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (C8-E)
Cassandra Delgado, MSPO, CO Strategies to compensate for orthotic non-compliance in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis can be challenging. Utilizing the Pygmalion- Rosenthal effect may be an effective strategy used to reduce non-compliance without causing a higher rejection rate by over-prescribing wear time.
4:10 – 4:18 PM
Orthotic Support in Complex Treatment of Children with Serious Congenital Vertebral Deformity (C8-F)
4:20 – 4:28 PM
3:15 – 5:10 PM
What in the “Heel” do They Feel? (C8-G) Megan Smith, CO This presentation will discuss the changes in both gait and function of children wearing Surestep SMOs with the open heel modification. These exciting results suggest more appropriate gait patterns and improved postural control and strengthening.
Integrating Outcomes Measures to Improve Patient Care (C9)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Join us for a series of free papers that focus on various outcomes measures and the importance of incorporating outcomes measures into your clinical decision making. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
3:20 – 3:28 PM
Electrodermal Activity (EDA) as a Method of Measuring Balance Confidence in Individuals with Lower-limb Amputation: A Pilot Study (C9-A)
Erina Cho, BSc Hons Brittany Pousett, CP, MSc Examine current approaches to measuring balance confidence in people with amputations. Evaluate conventional self-reported methods and a newly proposed biomarker approach to help clinicians understand patients’ barriers to physical functioning and social participation.
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Grigorii Lein, PhD Hear about congenital spinal deformities and how orthotic support has to be a part of complex treatment of children with this pathology, especially in cases when the child has a structure compensatory curves.
EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 3:30 – 3:38 PM
The Value of Correlations Between Outcome Measures to Clinical Practice (C9-B)
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Malena Rapaport, MSc, Prosthetic Resident Nattie Chan, MS In prosthetics and orthotics, there has been a shift to integrate outcome measures (Oms) into the clinical decision making process to improve patient care. Although Oms use is increasing among clinicians, some reported barriers include lack of knowledge and perceived lack of relevance. This presentation explores the correlations between different Oms collected in clinical settings and its implications on clinical decision making with the ultimate goal of improving quality care.
3:40 – 3:48 PM
Predictors of Clinical Improvement After Lower Limb Prosthetic Fittings: A 2-Year Retrospective Chart Review (C9-C)
Russell Lundstrom, MS A retrospective chart review of 279 amputees undergoing routine lower limb prosthetic fittings showed that about half of the subjects improved in at least one outcome measure. Learn what factors might be able to predict who improves and who doesn’t?
3:50 – 3:58 PM
Matching Individuals Based on Comorbid Health Reveals Improved Function for Above-Knee Prosthesis Users with Microprocessor Knee Technology (C9-D)
Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP This study matched patients based on an objective classification of the patient-comorbid health. Functional mobility was then compared between MPK and non-MPK users, as well as patients with a BKA. Hear the results that the use of an MPK can practically cut the functional difference between AKA and BKA in half.
4:00 – 4:08 PM
Evidence-Based Post-Operative Care of the Amputee (C9-E)
4:10 – 4:18 PM
Qualitative and Quantitative User Research Methods Applied to Lower Extremity Amputees (C9-F)
James Reichmann, MBA Review two clinical interventions proven in medical literature to dramatically improve outcomes. Although not directly in their control, the prosthetist is in a unique position to insure these clinical interventions are consistently applied, thus following an evidence-based medicine approach. These clinical approaches have the added benefit of helping grow prosthetic referrals.
Garrett Hurley, CPO 119 lower extremity amputees volunteered to participate in this qualitative and quantitative user study. This study highlights the value of user research techniques to collect patient goals and needs. Opportunities to improve prosthetic products and services were revealed through this research.
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4:20 – 4:28 PM
Establishing the Reliability and Validity of the Component TimedUp-and-Go Test to Determine Basic Prosthetic Mobility in People with Lower Limb Amputation (C9-G) Sheila Clemens, PhD Brief bouts of activity consisting of sit-to-stand transitions, gait initiation, turning and negotiation of obstacles, are essential tasks of daily mobility, as well as basic prosthetic mobility. Using outcome measures deemed reliable for use in the amputee population when measuring prosthetic mobility is ideal. The Component Timed- Up-and-Go (cTUG) exhibits test-retest reliability and known-groups validity when measuring basic prosthetic mobility skills in people with lower limb amputation.
Falls and Daily Physical Activity After Dysvascular Trans-tibial Amputation (C9-H)
Chelsey Anderson, CPO, FAAOP This research evaluates falls and their relationship to change in functional performance, daily physical activity (average step count), and self-reported physical function in older adults with dysvascular amputation. We will also examine the 19 second TUG test threshold for the ability to predict multiple falls. Results find that patients who experience multiple falls have potential to increase daily physical activity after prosthetic rehabilitation.
4:40 – 4:48 PM
Factors Associated with Mobility Apprehension in Amputees (C9-I)
4:50 – 4:58 PM
Experiences Integrating Outcome Measures in Routine O&P Practice (C9-J)
Shannon L. Mathis, PhD The fear-avoidance model will be presented to determine factors that may lead to mobility apprehension in lower-limb amputees. Pain catastrophizing, the tendency to ruminate and magnify pain sensations, may lead to an increase in mobility apprehension.
Clay Barrow, CO This presentation will highlight experiences of a private practice in adopting outcome measures routinely in clinical care and the strategies employed to improve efficiency and interpretation of the data. This resulted in increased utilization of the outcome measure protocol.
5:00 – 5:08 PM
McGann Feedback Form: Utilizing Assistants and Residents to Improve Work Flow and Patient-Centered Outcomes (C9-K)
Cassandra Delgado, MSPO, CO The McGann Feedback Form is a simple tool used to take descriptive patient feedback and develop immediate solutions to rectify prosthetic concerns. This presentation will show that use of the MCF has demonstrated improved patient satisfaction, greater troubleshooting strategies for resident/assistants, and increased appointment efficiency for clinicians. AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Socket Design—The Foundation of Prosthetic Care: A Free Paper Session (C10) Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) This free paper session will provide studies surrounding socket fit, new casting methods and new design considerations. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
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4:00 – 4:08 PM
Performance of an Activity Monitor Integrated into a Microprocessor Knee (C10-A)
Andy Sykes With activity monitoring being recognised as providing important outcome measure data, more advanced prosthetic devices now have this capability built in, removing the need to wear additional hardware. This study sought to evaluate the performance of such a device compared to a market-leading activity monitor.
4:10 – 4:18 PM
Benefits of Genium Microprocessor Controlled Knees: A Systematic Review (C10-B)
Milana Mileusnic, PhD The systematic review of the published clinical evidence on Genium microprocessor controlled knee was conducted. Twelve articles of mostly medium and high overall validity were included in the review and reported of subjects transitioning from C-Leg to Genium. Review the positive effect of Genium on ambulation, mobility, activities of daily living and quality of life.
4:20 – 4:28 PM
Influence of Falls Reduction on the Cost-Effectiveness of Advanced Hydraulic Microprocessor Controlled Knee Protheses in Elderly Patients with Lower Limb Amputations (C10-C)
Andreas Hahn, PhD, MSc Review results of an analysis which indicate the cost-effectiveness of advanced hydraulic MPKs in elderly patients with above knee amputation. Learn the advantages for subjects with vascular disease.
4:30 – 4:38 PM
Transitioning to Genium Microprocessor Knee Improves Functional Mobility Outcomes for Experienced Transfemoral Amputees (C10-D)
Ilanit Evron, MScPT Examine the influences of transitioning to a new MPK on objective physical therapy mobility measurements, and the correlations between anthropometric measures and functional outcomes.
4:40 – 4:48 PM
Randomized, Cross-Over Multicenter Study Evaluating a Novel Electronic Prosthetic Knee Joint for Moderately Active Amputees (C10-E)
Stephan Domayer, MD, PhD Electronic knees are not commonly provided for transfemoral older amputees with lower mobility level. Safety is a very important issue for the more fragile population as falling creates a self-restricted mobility, which leads to a vicious circle of muscle weakness and a higher falling risk. The role of electronic knees in this population could lead to a paradigm shift.
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EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 4:30 – 5:00 PM
Orthotic Treatment Options: A Free Paper Session (C11)
4:30 – 4:45 PM
Short-Term Effects of Conservative Treatment of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with a Dynamic Flexion Orthosis: A Prospective Randomized Trial (C11-A)
Ballroom A (Level 1) Hear two dynamic presentations on treatment of the spine. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
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Klaus Schnake, MD A prospective randomized study comparing a newly developed dynamic flexion orthosis with conservative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis. The orthosis group showed significant positive clinical shortterm effects in daily activities and assessments.
4:45 – 5:00 PM
Case Study: Thermoplastic Scapulothoracic Orthosis for Treatment of Winging Scapula (C11-B)
Steven Brown, CPO A thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis was designed, fabricated, and fit to aid in the management of a patient’s winging scapula secondary to a traumatic work related injury. Hear how wearing the orthosis had positive outcomes, including a reduction in pain levels, an increase in active range of motion and a reduction in visual scapular winging.
3:15 – 4:15 PM
4:15 – 5:00 PM
Insight 6—Modifiable Premades (P2-C)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Erick Janisse, CO, CPed In today’s seemingly ever-changing healthcare reimbursement landscape, there is a growing need for lower cost alternatives to expensive custom devices when patients lack insurance coverage. Prefabricated foot orthoses is one area where there is a wide variety of available options and many can be customized for better outcomes.
Insight 7—Certification / Accreditation; What Does it Mean to the Pedorthist (P2-D)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Jim Lawson Receive an update from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics on becoming certified, renewing your certification and/or having your patient care facility accredited.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
3:15 – 4:00 PM Blood In Custom Laminated Sockets: More Than Just a Freckle? (T5)
4:00 – 5:00 PM
“Finding Your Way” Developing and Utilizing Standards in the Fabrication Setting (T6) Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Greg Mattson, CTPO Scott Wimberley, CTPO, CPA Learn about a lean approach to process control. Attendees will receive the following information through powerpoint presentation and hand out materials: Value, Benefits, Processes for Developing Standards, and Visual Examples Specific to O&P.
Make the Alumni Connection Be sure to make time to reconnect and network with your colleagues from your alma mater! • Connect with your classmates through AOPA’s mobile app, AOPA 365. • Proudly wear your school button which will be provided at information or the NCOPE Booth • Meet your friends at informal social gatherings throughout the show: »Thursday, » September 27 at 5:00 PM in Meeting Room 111—University of Washington Alumni Connection event.
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Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Joanna Kenton, CPO, LPO Production of goods and items often contain contaminants which in large quantities could be detrimental to the consumer. So how about in the prosthetic industry where each device is customized and lovingly made by hand? A technician may knick their hand or have a dry cuticle and before it’s even realized, a small smear of blood penetrates the fabric as it’s being prepared for lamination. Blood does not laminate. If the lay-up is continued and laminated—what happens to the chemical make-up of the blood? Are technicians aborting the process and starting over? Or are they continuing regardless and the socket becomes delivered despite best practices? What are the legal and ethical concerns over this?
EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Poster Session (Part 1)
Exhibition Level e-Learning Lounge
A Comparison of Prosthetic Mobility in Transfemoral Amputees with Osseointegrated Prosthesis Versus Traditional Socket Prosthesis Anat Kristal, MSc, PT Robert Gailey, PhD, PT Review a comparison of two groups of unilateral transfemoral amputees, one group with osseointegrated prostheses versus a matched group with traditional socket prostheses; and determine if differences exist in prosthetic mobility using both performance-based and self-reported outcome measures.
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A Comparison of Transfemoral Interface Design: Effects on Gait Propulsion Randall Alley, BSc, CP Review a comparison of the effects on propulsion of the IRC socket (SOC) with a potentially more energetically efficient interface design (HiFi). A net braking force was measured in the SOC socket, while a net propulsive force was measured using the HiFi.
Adjustable Liners and Sockets for Prosthetic Devices Lenore Rasmussen, PhD Simone Rodriguez, MS, MBA Ras Labs’ Synthetic Muscle™ promises to allow amputees to continue their active lives without needing to adjust the fitting of their prosthetic device(s) throughout the day. Synthetic Muscle™, comprising electroactive polymers (EAPs), actively expand or contract at low voltages, while offering impact resistance and pressure sensing, all in one integrated solution. Determine the feasibility of the EAP pads being incorporated into prosthetic liners or sockets and review the creation of prototypes of these EAP based pads.
An Immediate Fit and Adjustable Transtibial Prosthetic System; A Prospective Feasibility and Efficacy Study Joshua Mullins Assess the feasibility and utility of a novel immediate fit modular prosthetic system (iFIT Prosthetics, LLC™ prosthesis) for transtibial amputees. Review the findings and implications of this new device.
Analysis of Bilateral Trans-Femoral Amputee Gait Using Three Different Shorty Feet Todd Sleeman, CP Bilateral trans-femoral amputees often utilize shorty feet not just for initial rehabilitation, but for activities where they feel safer or more comfortable not utilizing knee joints. Potentially detrimental compensatory motions are possible. This poster looks at kinematic and dynamic data comparing three different foot conditions.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
Assessment Criteria for PTB Impressions—An International Delphi Study John Brinkmann, MA, CPO/L, FAAOP(D) Learn assessment criteria for the patellar tendon bearing (PTB) socket impression using a Delphi consensus process. Review a format for future consensus processes related to assessment of clinical tasks in prosthetic and orthotic education.
Assistive Technologies for Pain Management in Amputees: A Review
Biomechanical Analysis of Different Prosthetic Technologies for Transfemoral Amputees During Slope Descent Nadine Stech, PhD Review the biomechanical differences for trans-femoral amputees and how they affect gait when different knee and 'ankle' prosthetic technologies are used during slope descent.
Biomechanical Improvements of the Genium Prosthetic Knee and Their Clinical Validation Philipp Kampas Review the functional changes introduced with the next generation of the Genium Prosthetic Knee and its effect on clinical outcomes observed during the validation within a multicenter clinical trial.
Changes in Postural Steadiness Following Trans-Tibial Amputation Hamid Bateni, PhD Assessment of postural steadiness in both time and frequency domain can reveal a new aspect in assessment of balance and postural control among amputees and can lead to more effective training exercises as well as optimizing prosthetic component designs to reduce accidental falls among this population.
Committed Participation in a Wellness-Walking Program for People with Lower Limb Loss: Associated Factors and Potential Benefits Christopher Wong, PT, PhD Williams Gibbs, CP Review new findings regarding which characteristics of people with limb loss are most likely to identify future committed participants in a wellness walking program. Having adequate physical ability and an intrinsic motivation to attend appear to be important and may help people with limb loss develop prosthetic function in the future.
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Kamiar Ghoseiri, PhD Residual limb pain and phantom limb pain are common complaints of people with amputation. There are few available assistive devices/technologies to relieve residual limb pain and phantom limb pain. More attention to resolve post amputation pain is required from researchers, clinicians, designers, engineers and manufacturers.
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Comorbidities and Mobility in Lower Limb Prosthesis Users Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP Learn the role of comorbidities in predicting mobility for lower limb prosthesis users in a population of 596 individuals. Results lead to the conclusion that comorbidities do not preclude functional mobility with a prosthesis.
Dynamic Balance Performance-Based Measures Among Adults with a Unilateral Lower-Limb Amputation: A Test-Retest Reliability Study
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Emma Beisheim, PT, DPT, MS Results will be presented that provide a reliable dynamic balance test for community-ambulating adults with a unilateral lower-limb amputation as well as values to identify changes in status with respect to prosthetic modifications or therapeutic interventions.
Effect of Level of Amputation on Postural Steadiness Among Lower Extremity Amputees Hamid Bateni, PhD Review a study of postural steadiness of amputees with different levels of amputation. Postural sway is quantified and time and frequency domain variables are computed and compared for different levels of amputation. This comparison will reveal impact of level of amputation on both postural steadiness (use of time series) and underlying strategies of control (frequency domain variables).
Electromyography Signals in Narrow AP and Wide AP Transtibial Sockets Brent Wright, CP, BOCO Review data that may refine transtibial socket design and is sure to be a game changer in the coming years.
Examining Use of Lower Limb Prostheses in Older Adults with Amputations Following Inpatient Prosthetic Training Brittany Pouset, CP(C), MSc Significant resources are dedicated to provide training for individuals with lower extremity amputations, but little information is known about how older adults with amputations use their prostheses upon discharge from inpatient rehab programs. StepWatch Activity Monitors, the Prosthetic Profile of the Amputee questionnaire and semi-structured interviews were used to explore how older adults used their prostheses after being discharged from rehab. Review different use patterns that emerged and and how this information will shape prosthetic rehab programs.
Gait Characteristics in Transtibial Amputees Ambulating with a Microprocessor-Controlled Hydraulic Prosthetic Ankle Yael Dotan Marom, MSc-PT Itzhak Siev-Ner, MD The effect of microprocessor controlled hydraulic foot on gait parameters of amputees will be reviewed and benefits will be reported.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
How Does Infill Percentage Affect the Ultimate Strength of a 3D Printed Transtibial Socket Adriel Lau, Orthotic Resident Leah Campbell, Prosthetic Resident A fused deposition modeling method printer was used to print a total of nine transtibial sockets (three sockets at 30% infill, three sockets at 40% infill, and three sockets at 50%) using polylactic acid (PLA). The ultimate strength of the sockets were tested as per ISO 10328 standards at initial contact of the gait cycle.
How Does Socket Motion Impact Limb Health? A Preliminary Report
How Reproducible are the Effects of a Microprocessor Foot? Michael McGrath, PhD Microprocessor-control of hydraulic ankle-feet (MPF) has previously been shown to provide benefits during slope descent. This poster demonstrates that the same biomechanical changes are reproducible in repeated gait analysis sessions over time.
Improved Results Seen From an Integrated Microprocessor Knee-Ankle Prosthesis Yael Dotan Marom, MSc-PT Oren Barzel, MD Review one of the first studies that describe fitting, training and utilizing measurements from the prosthesis software directed for developing the patient's rehabilitation plan.
Inhibiting Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Growth Associated with Prosthetic Liners John Jarrell, PhD, PE Evaluate a titanium and silicone hybrid cleaning and coating technology containing a silver fatty acid complex against the odor producing, Gram-negative, facultative anaerobe, Pseudomonas aeruginosa using a Kirby Bauer test. Paradoxically, uncoated hybrid gel liner materials with residual lubricants acted as chemo-attractants and increased bacterial growth.
Observations on the Biomechanical Impact of a Hydraulic Ankle-Foot Prosthesis in Transfemoral Amputee Gait: A Single Case Study Sarah Chang, PhD The latest trend among major prosthetic manufacturers is the introduction of hydraulically damped ankle systems. Previous studies have shown improvements in gait when using damped prosthetic ankle joints. This poster will investigate the biomechanical effects of a hydraulic ankle-foot prosthesis during gait in an individual with a transfemoral amputation.
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Matthew Wernke, PhD It is generally believed that motion of the limb within the socket should be eliminated, however there is little understanding as to the effects of motion on limb health. Review the impact of motion of the health of the residual limb using quantitative outcomes.
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Patient Trial Evaluation of a Perforated, Pin-Lock Prosthetic Liner for Sweat Management Ana Gallego Excessive sweating at the residual limb is a common problem for amputees. Review the findings of a patient trial of a new, perforated, pin-lock prosthetic liner, engineered for improving sweat management.
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Performance Testing in People with Lower Limb Amputation: Interviews with Prosthetists, Physical Therapists, and Physicians Geoffrey Balkman, L/CPO, MSPO A variety of performance-based tests are available to assess mobility in people with lower limb amputation. Selection of a specific test is likely to be guided by the space and equipment available, the time required to set up and administer a test, and/or the clinical value of the test. Review semi-structured interviews which were conducted with prosthetists, physical therapists, and physicians to collect information about space, equipment, time availability, and clinical value of performance tests.
Postoperative Trans-Tibial Rigid Dressings and Their Effects on Recovery Duration: Conventional Plaster of Paris Versus Ă–ssur Rigid Dressing Andrew Nelson, Orthotic Prosthetic Resident Following trans-tibial amputation, postoperative dressings are applied to the residual limb to protect the surgical incision and promote healing to the surrounding area. Review if there are significant differences in recovery time to initial prosthetic casting or associated healthcare dollars based on the type of postoperative rigid dressing applied to the trans-tibial residual limb. Improving postoperative management strategies and standardizing trans-tibial postoperative care may reduce recovery duration and health care dollars associated with amputation.
Prosthetic Socket Material Analysis and Clinical Outcomes Garrett Hurley, CPO Material properties of two dynamic modular sockets and four standard of care, conventionally laminated sockets (vacuum-formed flexible inner liner with carbon fiber and thermoset acrylic resin composite frame) were measured using an Instron compression machine. Separately, 177 amputees volunteered to participate in outcome measures (Hanspal Socket Comfort Scores and functional outcome measures) for the same types of prosthetic sockets that were measured in the material analysis; dynamic modular sockets and conventionally laminated sockets. Review the results which suggest that prosthetists should closely consider the amount of rigidity needed for their patients and that conventionally laminated sockets may be excessively rigid.
Proximal Mass Knee for Short-Stump Transfemoral Amputees: Theory and Practice Jacob Boender, MEng, BSc(Hon) O&P TF amputees with short stump benefit from the VGK-S with proximal centre of mass and state of the art fluidic control of swing and stance. The resulting, ultra low inertia, testifiable, and predictable by calculation, improves socket comfort, and increases compliance endurance.
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THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18 EDUCATION
Transtibial Amputee Gait with the Pro-Flex Foot During Level, Decline, and Incline Walking Matthew Tomkin The Össur Pro-Flex is an energy storing and returning prosthetic foot designed for transtibial and transfemoral amputees. Evaluate the biomechanical performance of the Pro-Flex foot during transtibial amputee gait and compare outcomes with gait data from the Össur Pro-Flex XC foot.
Utility of Virtual Reality Headsets to Mitigate Reactivity Effects in Lower Limb Prosthetic Gait Assessment
6:30 – 9:30 PM
Party with a Purpose
Level 3, Room 301-305
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September 27 6:30-9:30 PM
a.k.a. Convention Center Level 3-Summit
FRIDAY
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Reserve your ticket for the 2nd Annual Party with a Purpose. Come re-live the fun, wild and groovy decade that was the 1970’s at That Seventies Bar (Vancouver Convention Center Level 3). Enjoy a delicious dinner, disco dancing, soulful tunes and beautiful harbor views. Since this event is a fundraiser for AOPA’s government relations programs, certain rules may apply. Tickets must be purchased separately but can be reserved in advance. Space is limited, so be there or be square. Visit AOPA booth #302 for more details.
auction, a disco dance off, and much more. Be there or be square. You are not required to wear your best ’70s threads, but we hope you will!
This is a special event and will require a separate registration fee. Certain rules and restrictions may apply. For additional information about Party With A Purpose or to register please visit the AOPA Booth.
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Lance Valentine Goeran Fiedler, PhD The Hawthorne effect causes human behavior to change when under observation. Such an effect has been proven to apply to gait variation of persons with lower limb prosthetic devices. Investigate whether the implementation of a virtual reality headset could mitigate the Hawthorne Effect during a clinical evaluation.
EDUCATION THURSDAY 9 | 27 | 18
Thursday Exhibit Hall Happenings 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
THURSDAY SCHEDULE
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Technical Fabrication Contest Competition
8:45 – 9:15 AM
The End of Rigid Sockets— Socket-less Socket’s™ for all Amputation Levels (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Martin Bionics Innovations
Play the
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Hockey Game
Advanced Solutions for Upper Limb Loss and Deficiency (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
10:15 – 10:45 AM
Seal-In X Liner Technology: Three New Movable Seals and L-code (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Össur’s Newest OA and Injury Solutions: Rebound Post-Op Knee, Unloader One Lite Miami LSO, and Formfit Pro Line (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Össur Americas Inc.
Noon – 1:30 PM
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Noon – 1:30 PM
Technical Fabrication Contest Competition
12:15 – 12:45 PM
New K2 Solutions from Freedom Innovations (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations
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Improved Clinical Outcomes with Consistent Successful Socket Fit Via Full Weight Bearing Hydrostatic Casting Technique (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Cypress Adaptive, LLC
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Improve Balance, Reduce Fall Risk: Introducing the Surestep Balance Brace (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Surestep
2:30 – 3:00 PM
Meridium: A New Path Forward with Mechatronic Feet (PPT)
THURSDAY SCHEDULE
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Ottobock
3:15 – 3:30 PM 3:15 – 3:45 PM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
BLUEWAVE Rapid Deodorization Device on the Treatment of Orthotics and Prosthetics (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: BLUEWAVE Technologies Inc.
4:00 – 4:30 PM
The New C-Brace®. Step into your Future™ (PPT)
Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Ottobock
New Products Launch & Raffles Be sure to stop by and see what NEW PRODUCTS & RAFFLES exhibitors are promoting during the show. The New Product Launch & Raffle boards are located near the exhibit hall entrance.
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That Seventies Bar a.k.a. Convention Center Level 3-Summit
Enjoy a night of ’70s soulful tunes, dinner, a silent auction, a disco dance off, and much more. Be there or be square. You are not required to wear your best ’70s threads, but we hope you will!
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FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 SCHEDULE
PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE 8.25 CE CREDITS Registration is open from 7:00 AM-5:00 PM, Foyer (Level 1) Time
Exhibit Level
Hall C
Exhibit Level
Hall B2
Level 1 Ballroom A
Level 1 Ballroom B
Level 1 Rm 109
Level 1 Rm 110
Level 1 Rm 116/117
Breakfast 7 AM
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Membership Meeting
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7:15-8 AM, P.82
WHO Standards
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8-8:30 AM .5 CE Credit, P.82
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8:30-10 AM
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Product Preview Theaters (PPT)
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Break
Break in the Exhibit Hall Hall C, Exhibition Level 8:30-10 AM
C12
Technology for Geriatrics 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.85
C13
AFO Ankle Joint Stiffness 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.85
B5
Hamontree Lectures 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.83
8:45AM – 4:30 PM PPTs are 30 minute mini-workshops. Noon Each PPT is worth .50 CE credits for a total of 5 CE Credits. 1 (Page 102-104)
Lunch
Noon-1:30 PM
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3:00-3:15 PM
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C15
Prosthetic Socket Design 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.88
Future Possibilities 3:15-5 PM 1.75 CE Credits P.92
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ExhibitorSponsored
HAPPY HOUR
C14
WHO Standards 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.85
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
C19
PM
P3
Top Ten Part 3 10 M-Noon 2 CE Credits P.86
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
PM
T7
3D Printing 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.86
C16
Multi-Disciplinary Panel 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.88
C18
Lower-Limb Orthoses 3:15-4:08 PM 1 CE Credit, P.91
C21
Upper-Limb Orthoses 4:10-5 PM .75 CE Credit, P.94
B6
Development Activism 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.87
B7
Business Management 3:15-5 PM 1.75 CE Credits P.89
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Scanning and CAD Software 1:30-3 PM 1.5 CE Credits P.88
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CAE/CAM/Printing Workshop 3:15-5 PM 1.75 CE Credits P.95
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Insight Ten 1:30-2:30 PM 1 CE Credit Room 116, P.88
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Common and Rare Conditions 2:30-5 PM 2.5 CE Credits Room 116, P.88
Poster Session (Part 2)
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Socket Design 3:15-4:30 PM 1.25 CE Credits P.90
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7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
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Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:30 AM
General Session
7:15 – 8:00 AM
AOPA Annual Membership Business Meeting
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Join us for the Annual AOPA Annual Membership Business Meeting, awards ceremony as well as an update from the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics on the new WHO standards for P&O.
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) AOPA leadership will provide updates on accomplishments in the past year and the 2019 election results for board member seats and bylaw changes. The session concludes with an awards ceremony honoring the following: • Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner C. Michael Schuch, CPO, FAAOP, FISPO (deceased)
• Legislative Advocacy Award Winner
8:00 – 8:30 AM
World Health Organization's Standards for Prosthetics and Orthotics presented by ISPO
• The Otto and Lucille Becker Orthotic Award
• Edwin and Kathryn Arbogast Prosthetic Award
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Edward Lemaire, PhD, President-Elect ISPO To improve access to prosthetics and orthotics services, the World Health Organization (WHO), in partnership with the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has prepared global standards and an implementation manual to assist Member States in setting up, improving or transforming their systems for delivering these services. One aim of the Standards is to ensure that prosthetics and orthotics services are integrated into health services and systems, as they are often provided at the same time as other health services. The WHO believes that these Standards will promote greater access to these services throughout the world.
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8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:45 – 9:45 AM
Professional Women of O&P Celebrating Success
10:00 AM – Noon
Hamontree Lectures (B5)
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Successful Contract Negotiations (B5-A)
Level I Ballroom D Women registering as full conference attendees for the 2018 National Assembly are invited to join us for a special event for women at this year’s Assembly. The 2018 Planning Committee has organized a program to offer all women working in the O&P profession a casual networking brunch and the opportunity to learn from successful women in O&P. Space is limited and RSVP required. If you pre-registered for the event, tickets are provided with your badge at registration. A special thanks to our sponsors, Hanger Clinic and Townsend Design/Thuasne USA.
Chris Field, MBA Getting paid is the single most important aspect of a successful O&P facility, following quality patient care, and getting paid fairly is something not to be taken for granted. Contract negotiations are critical for sustainability and this presentation reviews steps taken by an active O&P company to win rate increases from notoriously tight insurance providers.
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Ballroom B (Level 1) The Sam E. Hamontree, CP(E) Business Education BUSINESS Award was created to recognize the best business ABSTRACT papers submitted for presentation at the AOPA National Assembly. This award is envisioned as a counterpart to the Thranhardt Award given each year to the best clinical abstract(s). The audience will be invited to cast their vote for the award winner. The winner will be announced at the Saturday morning General Session. With the passing of Sam E. Hamontree CP(E), in 2018, we ask the audience to join us for a remembrance as we honor one of our profession’s great contributors. (The following presentations run consecutively within this program.)
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10:30 – 11:00 AM
Organizational Mission Possible: Top-Ten Developmental Impacts with Increasing Employee Engagement and Lean Strategies (B5-B)
Kenneth Gavin, CO, MEd This presentation will focus on the top-ten important improvement strategies to include people development and explore the strengths and opportunities encountered by organizations. It will briefly introduce lean and answer questions, what is Lean? Standard Work? A3 thinking? Root Cause Analysis? Visual Management? What is growth, mission and relevance of the people that move your organization? Transform your mindset-set from one that limits your opportunities to one that expands your horizons.
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Top 10 Ways to Get and Keep Your Money (B5-C)
11:30 AM – Noon
Certified Orthotists and Prosthetists: Product Supplier or Knowledge Based Healthcare Professional? (B5-D)
Lesleigh Sisson, CFom The climate with Medicare and other payers has changed dramatically in recent years resulting in an increase in denials. Studies have shown that 90% of denials are preventable and 2 out of 3 denials are recoverable. So, how do we improve our practices so we can ensure we will get and keep the money owed to us for services?
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Frank Bostock, CO, FAAOP This presentation focuses on presenting an argument for transitioning the O&P profession from product suppliers to knowledge-based healthcare professionals. In the eyes of Medicare and other payers, certified orthotists and prosthetists are viewed as providers of products, and that is how they are paid for their services—through L Codes. Today, there are CPT Codes that pay for O&P patient care services that physicians and therapists provide, but O&P professionals are not using these codes to bill for patient care services that are not included in the L Code system. With the current educational requirements required by ABC for an individual to become a certified practitioner, in addition to the residency requirements, O&P practitioners are truly qualified to be recognized as knowledgable healthcare professionals that provide both patient care services and products. Congress recently passed a Bill recognizing O&P clinical notes as part of the medical record, proving O&P is making headway in being recognized as an undoubtable and credible profession.
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10:00 AM – Noon
Technology for Geriatrics (C12)
10:00 AM – Noon
Clinically Relevant Diagnostic Measures to Determine AFO Ankle Joint Stiffness with an Instrumented AFO (C13)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Cleveland Barnett, PhD Charlie Guan Andreas Kannenberg, MD (GER), PhD Homayoon Kazerooni, PhD, MSME Don Nixdorf, DC Josh White, DPM, CPed The symposium will give an overview on current and future technologies to support the lives of geriatric patients. It will cover prosthetic and orthotic products that are ready to be fit and create additional business opportunities today as well as those that may be of professional and business interest of prosthetists and orthotists in the near to mid-term future.
10:00 AM – Noon
WHO Standards for Prosthetics and Orthotics (Policy, Products, Personnel, & Provision) (C14)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Edward Lemaire, PhD, President-Elect ISPO Marlo Ortiz Vazquez del Mercado, CPO(M) Terry J Supan, CPO, LPO, FAAOP, FISPO Members of the Executive Board of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) states that Member States are responsible for taking effective measures to ensure personal mobility for the greatest possible independence of people with disabilities. In response, In May 2018, World Health Assembly passed a resolution on improving access to assistive technology. The World Health Organization (WHO), in partnership with the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), had created the Standards for Prosthetic & Orthotic. The Standards cover four areas of the health system: Policy (governance, financing and information); Products (prostheses and orthoses); Personnel (workforce); and Provision of services. Each area will be discussed and the incorporating of WHO Standards into Clinical Practice, comparing WHO and NCOPE P&O Education Standards and evaluating the impact the WHO Standards could have on government relations will be presented. AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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Ballroom A (Level 1) Nick Bolus, ME Geza Kogler, PhD The symposium will highlight emerging technologies that could change the way orthotists practice using actual measures to determine outcome performance. The instrumented AFO system uses a tablet interface and the system is wireless. Clinicians can take real time measurements of an AFO user to optimize tuning of an AFO’s stiffness. The symposium will highlight emerging technologies of using sensor imbedded orthoses capable of conducting diagnostic assessment that can improve the accuracy of orthotic motion control features of an AFO.
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Top-Ten Insights for Making and Keeping Your Pedorthic Practice Successful—Part 3 (P3) Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Join your colleagues for part 3 of this insightful program. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
10:00 – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – Noon
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Insight 8—Technology and its Place in a Pedorthic Practice (P3-A)
Jonathan Fogg Learn about the various tools in technology that can help influence some pedorthic practices in an orthotic setting.
Insight 9—Clinical/Retail Settings Products (P3-B)
Erick Janisse, CO, CPed Within the pedorthic community there seems to be an immortal debate about the virtues of so-called clinical pedorthics versus retail pedorthics. In this session, we will look at both of these supposed sub-specialties and demonstrate how blurry the lines truly are and what one can learn from the other.
Getting Your Feet Wet with O&P 3D Printing! (T7)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Enjoy a full day of sessions designed to give participates the background needed to go from scan to printed device. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
How Can 3D Printing Not be Disruptive? (T7-A)
Jeff Erenstone, CPO Hear a summary of Additive Manufacturing Technologies and examples of how 3D printing and CAD can be used in efficient workflows.
Design of Upper-Limb Prostheses using 3D Printing and Scanning Technologies (T7-B) Nikolai Dechev, PhD Hear a description of the Victoria Hand, a full-function 3D-printed upperlimb prosthesis. The prosthesis has been designed for printing and fabrication on-site within resource poor countries. Review the design details, along with the work-flow for creating the Victoria Hand. Usage reports of the prosthesis will also be presented.
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
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1:30 – 3:00 PM
Strengthening the O&P Profession through Development and Activism (B6)
Ballroom B (Level 1) What better way to strengthen the profession than by creating a culture of inclusion and diversity and recruiting strong representatives of the profession to advocate not only on behalf of O&P businesses but also for those who require a united and strong profession the most, our patients. (The following presentations run consecutively within this program.)
1:30 – 2:30 PM
2:30 – 3:00 PM
The Impact of Professional Women in O&P (B6-A)
Moderator: Teri Kuffel, JD Cathy Carter, executive director, ABC Arlene Gillis, CP, LPO, MEd, FAAOP Pam Lupo, CO Ann Moss, president, Union O&P Robin Seabrook, executive director, NCOPE Calling all professional women in O&P! Are you an O&P practitioner, supplier, or administrator? Join us for a presentation describing the journey of how professional women across our industry have helped shape the form of the world of O&P we know today!
State Level Legislative Activism—How to Do It! (B6-B)
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Terri Kuffel, JD Catherine Mize, CPO, LPO Ashlie White, MA The goal of this panel discussion is to recruit professionals at the state level to become involved in their state government process and work towards getting new legislation passed, if needed, and improve existing state policy. Primary topics include, state licensure and state parity, with emphasis on the why and how to accomplish this.
EDUCATION FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 1:30 – 3:00 PM Prosthetic Socket Design Impact on the Amputee User in the Laboratory and Clinic (C15)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Jason Highsmith, DPT, PhD, CP, FAAOP Jason T. Kahle, MSMS, CPO, FAAOP Tyler Klenow, MSOP, CPO, LPO, CPT Matthew Wernke, PhD Various interface designs, materials and suspension mechanisms have been widely used in the clinic while some have been tested in clinical trials and reported in evidence based literature. Evidence and clinical translation from recent clinical trials will be discussed regarding these design choices impact on an amputee users comfort, stability, function, perception, gait, biomechanics and skin issues such as heat and perspiration. Prosthetists will learn the effect from a variety of design, material and suspension options in the clinical trial laboratory setting. Evidence based knowledge gained from these clinical trial experiences and clinical implications will be discussed. Learning objectives include clinical decision making, medical necessity and improved patient-centric choices when selecting from available interface designs, materials and suspension options.
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1:30 – 2:30 PM
1:30 – 3:00 PM 1:30 – 2:00 PM
Multi-disciplinary Panel on Rehabilitation of the Paretic Arm (C16)
Ballroom A (Level 1) David Coleman, CPO Brandon Green, DO, BOCP Alexander Shin, MD Alan H. Weintraub, MD Steven Wolf, PhD, PT, FAPTA Learn the clinical presentation and treatment, including orthotic and prosthetic technologies, of patients with chronic paretic upper extremities caused by stroke, traumatic injury, and neuromuscular disease.
Insight 10—Record Keeping: Electronic vs. Manual (P3-C)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Paul Prusakowski, CPO, FAAOP Accounting is a necessary function for any business. All businesses must keep a record of their income and expenses, and the records should be as detailed as possible. For some, the idea of spreadsheets, general journal books and ledger sheets is frightening. For these people, computerized accounting could be a welcome relief.
Scanning and CAD Software (T8)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Realistic Implementation of CAD and Additive Manufacturing Techniques for the Individual O&P Practitioner (T8-A)
Mike Nunnery, CPO An overview will be presented of the misconceptions, pitfalls and misunderstanding of this practitioner’s experience. Learn how digital scanning and additive manufacturing (3D printing) can be utilized in a
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small O&P practice that allows for creativity to provide unique devices for individuals unable to obtain them from conventional design and fabrication techniques.
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Scanning and CAD Software Round Table (T8-B)
Representives from O&P CAD and Scanning Software Companies: Create O&P; Jeff Erenstone, CPO Extremiti3D; Barry Hand Prosfit; Christopher Hutchison Standard Cyborg: Garrett Spiegel Vorum; Carl Saunders WillowWood; Jennifer Dowell, CPO A wide ranging discussion of a variety of O&P CAD and scanning software.
3:00 – 3:15 PM Break 3:15 – 5:00 PM
3:15 – 3:35 PM
3:55 – 4:15 PM
4:15 – 4:45 PM
Ballroom B (Level 1) Hone your skills critical to success in today’s workplace, including change management, marketing, validating functional levels and working with staff ranging from Generation X to baby boomers. (The following presentations run consecutively within this program.)
Change Management 101 (B7-A)
Valerie Vastola, business advisor, OPIE The only thing constant is change! Where do I start? Who are the players? How can I get there? Learn the basics of change management and some valuable tools to help you make those changes.
Level Headed Protocol to Validate Functional Level (B7-B)
Dale Berry, CP, LP, FAAOP This presentation will provide guidance on implementing a systematic multidisciplinary evaluation protocol to clearly establish and validate the functional K level for an individual with a lower extremity amputation.
Marketing: Give the People What They Want (B7-C)
Karen Lundquist, MBC Marketing was once described to as “getting people to buy things they don’t need”. On the contrary, it’s making sure people get what they DO need, whether that is an answer, a connection, a caring ear, or a problem-solving product or service. Making those connections in our cluttered world means tying your brand into everything you do, every time you are in contact with your customer.
O&P Management in a Changing Workforce (B7-D)
Joyce Perrone, director, De La Torre O&P This presentation will be structured around management of Gen X, Gen Y and the upcoming Gen Z. In addition, we shall explore what to do with the boomers employees getting closer to retirement or wanting to change careers, at-home workers, and how to assure you are not listed under any #metoo listing. AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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Business Management for Today’s O&P Facility (B7)
EDUCATION FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 3:15 – 4:30 PM Socket Design— The Foundation of Prosthetic Care (C17)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) This free paper session will provide studies surrounding socket fit, new casting methods and new design considerations. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
3:20 – 3:28 PM
Alternative Method for Fabricating Trans-Tibial Prosthesis Through the Use of Socket Cone (C17-A)
Girma Bireda Assena Amputation can cause permanent disability if mobility issues are not addressed through rehabilitation so the initial result of the socket fit of direct socket cone method for trans-tibial amputee is encouraging. The technique of fabrication presented does not require high skill, consume an extensive amount of time and will be a technology of choice.
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Clinical Effectiveness of a Novel Hydrostatic Casting Method for Transfemoral Amputees: Results from the First 64 Patients (C17-B)
Andrea Giovanni Cutti, MEng, PhD Gennaro Verni, MEng A novel casting system (Aquasystem, Romedis, D) based on the hydrostatic principle might help in casting transfemoral patients, minimizing positive rectification, while preserving or improving clinical effectiveness. Assess the outcomes of 64 patients and the practical implications coming from the adoption of this technology.
3:40 – 3:48 PM
Clinical Evaluation of Portable Intra-Socket Intermittent Compression Therapy to Improve Residual Limb Tissue Perfusion (C17-C)
Todd Farrell, PhD This presentation will describe the design and development of a novel, portable, intra-socket, intermittent compression device. In addition, it will discuss the device’s effects on residual limb tissue perfusion in patients with dysvascular amputation.
3:50 – 3:58 PM
Evaluation of Localized Pain in the Trans-tibial Residual Limb (C17-D)
Kamiar Ghoseiri, PhD Residual limb pain may be sourced from a misfit prosthetic socket. For a trans-tibial residual limb, the lowest and highest pain threshold and tolerance was related to the distal end of the residual limb and mid-patellar tendon, respectively. Due to the small difference between pain threshold and tolerance limits, a small pain may be transformed to an intolerable pain. Therefore, transtibial socket design should be based on pain tolerability of the residual limb.
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The Comprehensive Lower-limb Amputee Socket Survey: A Measure of Stability, Suspension, Comfort and Appearance (C17-E)
Robert Gailey, PhD, PT Anat Kristal, MSc, PT The Comprehensive Lower-limb Amputee Socket Survey (CLASS) is a self-report measure of socket stability, suspension, comfort and prosthetic appearance, with excellent test-retest reliability and internal consistency. The CLASS will permit a more detailed socket assessment and quantify the change of socket fit over time.
4:10 – 4:18 PM
Satisfaction and Experience with the Unity Suspension System (C17-F)
Hossein Gholizadeh, PhD Hear a comparison of the Unity suspension system with suction and pin/lock systems based on user satisfaction and experience with these systems.
4:20 – 4:28 PM
Residual Limb Skin Strain Within a Socket Prosthesis in Transfemoral Amputees During Walking (C17-G)
3:15 – 4:08 PM
Lower Limb Orthoses—A Free Paper Session (C18)
3:20 – 3:28 PM
Effects of the Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthosis on Pain and Function: Preliminary Results (C18-A)
Ballroom A (Level 1) Receive an update on the latest research for lower limb orthoses. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
Andrea Ikeda, MS, CP Hear research that describes the isolated effects of the IDEO in terms of pain and function. Preliminary data indicates that upon delivery the IDEO may immediately improve walking pain and walking speed, but not agility.
3:30 – 3:38 PM
The 2- and 8-Week Effects of Decompressive Brace Use in People with Medial Compartment Knee Osteoarthritis (C18-B) Will Cox, CPO Hear how the Rebel Reliever can reduce potentially detrimental adduction moments at the knee and how the Rebel Reliever can be a noninvasive treatment for people presenting with medial knee osteoarthritis.
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Tom Gale, MS Learn about a novel method to measure skin strain during walking for transfemoral amputees wearing conventional socket prostheses. Skin shear strain measured are consistent from stride-to- stride within patients, but vary substantially between patients.
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One Clinic’s Experience with Carbon Fiber Orthoses in Neuromuscular Disease (C18-C)
Ani Mnatsakanian Review the benefits in regards to patient care and satisfaction when off-the-shelf anterior shell carbon fiber ankle-foot orthoses (CFAFOs) were prescribed for adult neuromuscular patients in an outpatient clinic at The Ohio State University.
3:50 – 3:58 PM
The Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthosis (IDEO): A Systematic Literature Review of Associated Outcomes (C18-D)
Tyler Klenow, MSOP, CPO, LPO The Intrepid Dynamic Exoskeletal Orthosis is an ankle-foot orthosis designed by the U.S. Department of the Army for injured service members to return to active duty and lifestyle. Results of a systematic literature review and outcomes associated with IDEO use and associated Return to Run therapy program will be presented.
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4:00 – 4:08 PM
Known Groups Construct Validity of the PROMIS Physical Function Short Form among Lower-Limb Orthoses Users (C18-E) Eric Weber, LCPO, FAAOP The PROMIS (Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System) outcomes instruments were developed to assess general population health outcomes and may be relevant for orthosis users. Assess the construct validity of a custom PROMIS Physical Function short form for individuals prescribed lower limb orthoses utilizing a known-groups analysis approach.
3:15 – 5:00 PM
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Future Possibilities in Amputation Surgery (C19)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Cynthia Chestek, PhD Hugh Herr, PhD Rickard Branemark, MD, PhD The benefits of osseointegrated prosthetics has been well documented. The thought of attaching prosthetic components to a titanium implant protruding from a patient’s residual limb is now a reality. As remarkable as this is, it is just a first step. Work at the University of Michigan has expanded on the capability of amplifying peripheral nerve signals by bifurcating these nerves and re-innervating them into small muscle bellies. This creates a Regenerative Peripheral Nerve Interface (RPNI), showing promise in the goal of restoring independent finger motion and the amplification of signals for enhanced data collection. In addition, MIT has demonstrated the agonistantagonist myoneural interface (AMI), which leverages mechanically-coupled agonist-antagonist muscle pairs in the residual limbs of amputees to improve efferent control and provide proprioceptive afferent feedback from a robotic prosthesis. Biological mechanoreceptors within these AMIs allow communication of prosthetic joint state and torque directly to the peripheral nervous system, enabling a refined control of powered prosthetic components. In a fully-integrated system, the myoelectric data generated by RPNIs and AMIs can be transmitted through wires that run through a neural conduit in the bone anchored titanium implant, restoring natural afferent and efferent motor control of prosthetic limbs.
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Balance and Pain (C20)
4:30 – 4:38 PM
Back Pain and Osteoarthritis as Secondary Disabilities of Lower Limb Amputation (C20-A)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) This free paper session provides three studies that show the correlation between amputation, back pain and osteoarthritis. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
Eva Proebsting, Dipl.-Ing (FH) It is often assumed that leg amputations result in a greater risk of degenerative changes to the locomotor system. Therefore this paper analyzed the extent to which this assumption is supported by the scientific literature. In particular, the study analyzed the level of risk of back pain and osteoarthritis in amputees and how to reduce this risk.
4:40 – 4:48 PM
Low Back Pain Intensity Predicts Dynamic Balance Task Performance Among Individuals with Lower-limb Loss (C20-B)
Emma Beisheim, PT, DPT, MS This presentation evaluates the association between low back pain intensity and performance on two dynamic balance tests: the Functional Reach Test (FRT) and the Four-Square Step Test (FSST), among individuals with unilateral lower-limb loss.
4:50 – 5:00 PM
Jennifer Lučarević, PT, PhD(c), DPT The vestibular system provides critical information to keep the body upright during static and dynamic tasks. To understand the prevalence of vestibular dysfunction a cross-sectional sample of community ambulators with unilateral lower limb amputation were tested using the video head impulse test. The relationship between vestibular dysfunction, falls, balance performance, and balance confidence are described in this study.
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A Cross-Sectional Study of Vestibular Dysfunction in Unilateral Lower Limb Amputees (C20-C)
EDUCATION FRIDAY 9 | 28 | 18 4:10 – 5:00 PM Upper-Limb Orthoses Free Paper Session (C21)
Ballroom A (Level 1) Join your colleagues for the top-scoring upper-limb orthotic free papers. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
4:15 – 4:30PM
Myoelectric Elbow-Wrist-Hand Orthosis with Active Grasp for Patients with Stroke: A Case Series (C21-A)
Eric Shoemaker, MS, CPO This presentation is a case series discussing two patients fit with the MyoPro 2 Motion G. Functional tests were administered and measures were taken before and after fitting.
4:30 – 4:45 PM
Use of Externally-Powered Orthosis to Address Complexities Associated with Bilateral Brachial Plexopathy (C21-B)
Casssandra Delgado, MSPO, CO Debra Latour, OTD (c), MEd, OTR/L Regaining function after severe brachial plexus injuries remains a difficulty to many individuals. Review a case study which takes a unique look at advances in orthotic technology, while emphasizing the need for a healthcare team approach for increased success and satisfaction.
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4:45 – 5:00 PM
Upper-Limb Orthotics: Choosing an Outcome Measure for Patients Wearing a Myoelectric Elbow-Wrist- Hand-FingerOrthosis (C21-C)
Jonathan Naft, CPO Hear options to collect outcomes from patients wearing upper extremity myoelectric orthoses.
2:30 – 5:00 PM Prevention, Diagnosis and Management of Common and Rare Conditions (P4)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Staying up to date on the latest treatment methodologies includes diagnosis and management. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Preventing the Destruction of the Diabetic Foot: IDF Clinical Practice Recommendations and Guidelines on Protecting the Diabetic Foot (P4-A)
Katia Langton, DC, CPed (C), CPed Diabetic wounds fall into three categories: neuropathic, ischemic, and neuroischemic. Knowing the distinct features of each wound category is essential to identifying wound progression, infection, and healing. Failure to properly identify the type of wound that exists can lead to an ineffective diabetic wound treatment plan, causing long-term complications or amputation.
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3:30 – 4:30 PM
Managing Hanson’s Disease (P4-B)
Charlie Kuffel, MSM, CPO, LPO, FAAOP With early diagnosis and treatment, Hansen’s disease (also known as leprosy) can be cured. It was once feared as a highly contagious and devastating disease, but now we know it doesn’t spread easily and treatment is very effective. However, if left untreated, the nerve damage can result in crippling of hands and feet, paralysis, and blindness.
3:15- 5:00 PM
CAE, CAM, and Printing Workshop (T9)
3:15 – 3:45 PM
The Effect of Material Choice and Process Parameters on the Mechanical Strength of 3D-Printed Transtibial Prosthetic (T9-A)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1)
Shadi Sabeti, MSc Review results from a pilot study in which seven 3D printed sockets using a range of materials and printing methods were tested for static strength using ISO 10328. Initial results show that some materials and print methods met the standard and others did not.
3:45 – 5:00 PM
Where the Virtual Rubber Meets the Real Road: A Basic Understanding of CAM Software and Running a 3D Printer (T9-B)
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Poster Session (Part 2)
e-learning Lounge, Foyer (Exhibition Level)
Biofeedback Training for Pattern Recognition Results in Better Prosthetic Control Sebastian Amsuess, PhD Novel pattern recognition users for upper limb prostheses require training to re-activate their muscles and proprioception to leverage the advantages of this control method. Review the method and evaluation in >1 month home use with amputees.
Case Study on Alternative Site Electrode Placement for Activation of Myoelectric Elbow Wrist Hand Orthosis David Coleman, CPO, FAAOP Review a case study report on the viability of using alternative electrode sites on a myoelectric elbow wrist hand orthosis to restore elbow function. Investigate the value alternative electrode site activation offers the client and its viability as an elbow dysfunction management technique in the future.
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Jeff Erenstone, CPO Steve Hill, CO, BOCO Mike Nunnery, CPO CAM, and Printing Workshop: Join a hands-on demo on how to 3D print a positive model.
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Categories of Foot Failure Ian Engelman, MS, CPO Due to new 3D rendering technology, a transformational shift of language is needed to match the trending overhaul of foot pathology analysis. By finding causality due to ligamentous failure, a new descriptive language and categories can make communication of foot pathology between practitioners more accurate.
Comparison of Direct Control Versus Morph for Myoelectric MultiArticulated Hands with Abstract Object Manipulation: A Pilot Study Megan Hodgson Tiffany Ryan, OTR, MOT Many multi-articulated hands are on the market today and require various control strategies to switch between grip patterns. The addition of the morph device has the potential to improve consistency of control and reduce the physical burden of controlling the prosthesis with EMG.
Do Multi-Grip Hands Increase Function and Patient Satisfaction When Compared to Traditional Myoelectric Hands?
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Andreas Hahn, PhD, MSc The Strategic Consortium for Upper Limb Prosthetic Technologies (SCULPT) aims to assess the potential benefits of MGH with respect to function and patient satisfaction compared to TH systems. One of the largest surveys on exo-prosthetic myoelectric hand prosthetics allows insight on the relevant differences between single and multi-grip devices.
Ease of Activities of Daily Living with Multigrip Myoelectic Hands Russell Lundstrom, MS A recent study reported that with a multi-grip, myoelectric hand (Michelangelo), many ADLs were perceived to be easier to perform compared to a conventional myoelectric hand. This poster will present results using the same questionnaires with i-limb and bebionic users along with differences in scores highlighting strengths and weaknesses of the different multi-grip hands that may give clinicians insight into how to match the right hand with the right patient.
Encouraging Problem-Solving in Online Education for Healthcare Students Cara Negri, CP, FAAOP The apprenticeship model of educating clinicians is fading away. How can our profession learn from others to implement online learning that encourages problem-solving in students, residents, and young practitioners? Online learning can be used in facilities, and business owners should consider the value of creating online learning.
Factor Analysis of Upper Limb Prosthetic Acceptance from Retrospective Prosthetic Clinician Survey Gerald Stark, PhD, MSEM, CPO/L, FAAOP (D) Review the results of a survey examining 209 retrospectives of 75 respondents to determine if there were any traits that had significant relationships with acceptance levels.
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Functional Utility of Wearing a Myoelectric Orthosis for Upper Extremity Paralysis Due to Spinal Cord Injury Lauren Wengerd, MS, OTR/L This poster demonstrates the functional utility of a myoelectric orthosis for SCI populations.
How do Patients Make Decisions about Prosthetics? Adding the Patient Voice to FDA Approvals Leslie Wilson, PhD Determine how individuals with upper limb loss weigh the risks and benefits of choices for osseointegration and myoelectric control by examining choice measures which can discern the strength and trade-offs made and can guide prosthetic practice decisions and be used to help the FDA make device approval decisions.
“I am the Boy With One Hand Who Can Do Anything:� Perceptions of Ability among People with Upper Limb Absence Cody McDonald, PhC, MPH, CPO Semi-structured interviews were conducted with fourteen individuals with upper limb absence who had experience wearing conventional and 3D printed prostheses. Gain insight into novel platforms for professional practice, supportive communities, and technology innovation.
Identifying Factors that May Enhance Success When Using Central Fabrication in Orthotic and Prosthetic Clinical Practice Ramen Landon, MPO, CP, CTPO Outsourcing orthotic and prosthetic devices to a central fabrication facility can present new challenges for practitioners that may be thinking of transitioning or utilizing this business model. Through a literature review and from subject matter expert interviewed, several factors will be identified as keys to successful outcomes utilizing the central fabrication model in orthotic and prosthetic clinical practice.
Implementation of the AMP as a Gold Standard in the Clinical Rehabilitation of Amputees in Israel Yael Dotam Marom, MSc-PT Ayala Parag, MPA Review the translation process of the AMP to Hebrew and its validation.
Initial Clinical Evidence of the Benefits of the Myoliner Matthew Wernke, PhD This poster provides early clinical evidence of the myoliner for use with myoelectric upper extremity prostheses. Investigate subjective and objective outcomes
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Investigating Barriers and Facilitators to Interprofessional Collaboration between Engineers, Prosthetists, and Orthotists Samuel Spencer, BSc, MSc(student), Diploma of Prosthetics and Orthotics (student) Rachel Rudolf, BSc, MSc(student), Diploma of Prosthetics and Orthotics (student) Recent advancements in prosthetic and orthotic (P&O) technology have produced novel collaborative opportunities for clinicians and engineers. While collaboration in other healthcare fields has demonstrated many benefits, collaboration within P&O technologies has not been studied. Explore the collaborative process between clinicians and engineers in P&O technological development.
Japanese Translation of the Prosthetic Limb Users Survey of Mobility (PLUS-M) Geoffrey Balkman Soshi Samejima The Prosthetic Limb Users Survey of Mobility (PLUS-M) is a self-report item bank developed to evaluate lower limb prosthetic mobility. Review a translation of the PLUS-M to Japanese using recommended guidelines in order to maintain the meaning and applicability of items across both languages.
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Long-Term Patient Satisfaction Survey of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients Fit with The Boston Brace System Scoliosis Orthosis Lauren Houle, DPT, Orthotic Prosthetic Resident Review a multi-center long term follow up study of adult patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis treated with the Boston Brace.
Modular Principle to Produce Active Prosthetic Hand Anton Kruglov, CPO Learn about the results of equipping a patient with developed active prosthetic hand show its high functionality due to feedback of location and force with reflection of force directly to the managing organ.
New Users in A Digital Workflow: 3D Printing in the Prosthetics Industry David Seibt, PhD Professionals in the prosthetics industry are currently faced with a myriad of complexities brought on by the digital transformation of their field. The sociological model outlined in this poster can help practitioners to understand the dynamics of technological change and pinpoint areas for possible intervention. In particular, assess how 3D printing impacts the relationship between practitioners and users during the design, production, distribution and use of prosthetic devices.
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Older Individuals with Congenital Upper Limb Difference and Secondary Conditions: Report of the Needs Assessment and Program Development Debra Latour, OTD (c), MEd, OTR/L, Individuals with upper limb loss/difference often require specialized services that may be difficult to access. In addition, these individuals are likely to experience secondary conditions that include pain, overuse and perceptions of isolation, and social stigma. A needs assessment specifically focused on the challenges experienced by this population offers insight into program needs that will improve access and interventions to overcome these obstacles. The program proposal is based upon the expressed needs as vocalized by the target population and offers a pathway to inform the clients of secondary conditions with strategies toward prevention and access to peer interaction. This needs assessment and program includes relevant information for intervention that engages peer support and addresses psycho-social and physical secondary conditions.
Online Access to Research Papers - Changes Over Time Julie Burke, MSPO Goeran Fiedler, PhD Explore the importance of easy access to full text research papers for the successful implementation of Evidence Based Practice in P&O. Investigate trends in the availability of such papers throughout the internet.
Performance, Patient Benefits and Acceptance of a New Generation of Microprocessor-Controlled Stance and Swing Control Orthosis Milana Mileusnic, PhD Patients suffering from lower limb paresis benefit from C-Brace, a stance and swing control orthosis (SSCO), compared to conventional KAFOs. Performance and patient benefits from next generation of C-Brace will be assessed with gait analysis and questionnaires.
Pre-Clinical Testing of Myoelectric Implant for Advanced Control of Upper Limb Prostheses Scott Hiatt Andrew Wilder, PhD Ripple has recently completed several major milestones in pre-clinical testing of the 32-channel myoelectric implant in preparation of IDE submission to FDA for first-in-man trials.
Progressive Brace-Reduction in the Rehab of Patient with Paraplegia Vikram Choudhary, CP, BOCO Sagar Shetty, BOCPO Evaluate the timeline of progression of one patient with paraplegia secondary to a gunshot injury and the bracing alterations adopted during the rehabilitation process. Patient is a 25 year old male with spinal paraplegia secondary to gunshot wound in the back in February 2015. Bracing initiated in August of 2015.
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Quantification and Parameters of Flat Foot Ian Engelman, MS, CPO 3D rendering has changed everything we thought we knew about flat foot. Learn about the power of new types of automated metrics that are repeatable and practical.
Research Productivity Trends in Prosthetics and Orthotics in Canada Hossein Gholizadeh, PhD Arezoo Eshraghi, PhD, MSc Preview trends in prosthetics and orthotics research in Canada and internationally.
The Effect of Lateral Wedge Insole on Gait Initiation in Early Knee Osteoarthritis Elham Esfandiari Evaluate the effect of lateral wedge insole on gait initiation in early knee osteoarthritis.
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The Effectiveness of Orthotics in Reducing the Hallux Valgus Angle for Patients with Mild and Moderate Hallux Valgus Over a Twelve Month Period of Treatment Guoli Li, PhD Preview the effectiveness of orthotics in reducing the hallux valgus angle over a 12 month period of treatment for patients with mild and moderate hallux valgus.
The Promis Global Health Score Shows Differences in Known Groups of Lower Limb Orthosis Users Eric Weber, LCPO, FAAOP Assess the known groups construct validity of the PROMIS (Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System) Global Physical Health score for measuring health outcomes in individuals who are prescribed lower limb orthoses.
The ‘What Now’ Orthosis: Utilizing a Myoelectric Orthosis for Individuals with Neurological Impairment Lauren Wengerd, MS, OTR/L Review the most recent evidence on the functional utility of an upper extremity (UE) myoelectric elbow-wrist-hand orthosis for individuals with weakness due to neurological injury. This will include, but is not limited to, not yet published data from the "Functional Assistance provided by Myoelectric Elbow-wristhand orthoses (FAME)" study, a multi-site, randomized controlled trial using the MyoPro 2.0 Motion-G in chronic stroke populations. The functional implications of an UE myoelectric orthosis for individuals with spinal cord injury and ALS will also be discussed.
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Use of Prosthesis Simulator to Create Body-Powered Prosthesis for Functional Needs Cassandra Delgado, MSPO, CO Debra Latour, OTD (c), MEd, OTR/L Review a case study of two males with upper limb functional loss, who were not deemed optimal candidates for external powered orthotic intervention. The use of a body-powered prosthetic simulator helped design a body-powered prosthesis. By using a collaborative inter-professional team approach with unique design ideas, a solution to improve quality of life was developed for these individuals.
User Experiences with Traditional and 3D-printed Upper Extremity Prostheses, Development of a Comprehensive Survey Instrument Goeran Fiedler, PhD Jennifer Mankoff, PhD Outcome data for 3D-printed devices for upper limb loss is currently lacking. Review the description of the development and testing of a comprehensive survey tool to allow the comparison of outcomes across device classes.
5:00 – 6:30 PM Exhibitor-Sponsored HAPPY HOUR in Exhibit Hall
Participating Exhibitors (as of 8/15/18) • American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, & Pedorthics (ABC).....................................................................538 • American Orthotics & Prosthetics Association (AOPA)........................... 302 • Alps South LLC...................................................................................................702 • RUSH FOOT a PROTEOR COMPANY............................................................418 • Fillauer................................................................................................................. 502 • Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co................................................................. 1118
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Play Hall C (Exhibition Level) Join conference participants as we celebrate Slap Shot the success of another day of great learning and HOCKEY growing! Continue to network with your fellow See p.38 cohorts and healthcare professionals in the Exhibit Hall. The Happy Hour is hosted by exhibitors. A final list of participating exhibitors will be provided onsite and included in the Mobile App AOPA365. The Happy Hour reception is included in your full conference registration.
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Friday Exhibit Hall Happenings 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 10:00 AM 8:30 – 10:00 AM
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Technical Fabrication Contest Competition
Exhibit Hall
8:45 – 9:15 AM
The Diversity of Allard AFOs (PPT)
9:30 – 10:00 AM
Conquering the Unique Challenges of the K2 and K3 Amputee with the All-Terrain Knee (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Allard USA, Inc.
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: LegWorks
10:15 – 10:45 AM
The Latest from LIM Innovations® (PPT)
11:00 – 11:30 AM
New K2 Solutions from Freedom Innovations (PPT)
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Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: LIM Innovations Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Freedom Innovations
Noon – 1:30 PM Noon – 1:30 PM
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Technical Fabrication Contest Competition
Exhibit Hall
12:15 – 12:45 PM
EVAQ8 Foot (PPT)
1:00 – 1:30 PM
What in the "Heel" Do They Feel? (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Surestep
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An AOPA Member Benefit For more details on the trial access, see included Co-OP bookmark
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Stop by to see what’s new in Orthotics, Prosthetics, Tools, and Equipment. Live demos of the Trautman Tech Station available throughout the show. Visit Booth 502
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1:45 – 2:15 PM
Nymbl Systems—Your New Practice Management Solution (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Nymbl Systems
2:30 – 3:00 PM
What’s Next with OPIE? We’re Moving to the Cloud with OPIE Anywhere and Custom Business Dashboards (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: OPIE Software
3:15 – 3:45 PM
Functional Partial Finger Solutions (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Naked Prosthetics
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4:00 – 4:30 PM
Digital Acquisition: What’s There? What’s Up? What’s Next? (PPT)
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: TechMed 3D Inc.
5:00 – 6:30 PM Exhibitor-Sponsored HAPPY HOUR in Exhibit Hall Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Play the
SLAP SHOT Hockey Game
As you attend educational sessions, be sure to get your tokens for the slap shot game located in the exhibit hall. Test your luck and play your tokens to win fabulous prizes from exhibitors and AOPA. We will be giving away 200 PRIZES valued at $10 – $100.
Sponsored by Alps South LLC Booth 702
Join conference participants as we celebrate the success of another day of great learning and growing! Continue to network with your fellow cohorts and healthcare professionals in the Exhibit Hall. The Happy Hour is hosted by exhibitors. A final list of participating exhibitors will be provided onsite and included in the Mobile App AOPA365. The Happy Hour reception is included in your full conference registration.
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Introducing
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SATURDAY 9 | 29 | 18 SCHEDULE PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE 8.25 CE CREDITS Registration is open from 7:00 AM-Noon, Foyer (Level 1) Time
Exhibit Level
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Level 1 Ballroom A
Level 1 Ballroom B
Level 1 Rm 109
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Breakfast 7 AM Mike Schultz
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Break in the Exhibit Hall Hall C, Exhibition Level 8:30-10 AM
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Advances in Upper-Limb Control Technologies 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.108
Functional LowerLimb Amputee Gait Assesment 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.108
Best Business Practices 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.107
Fabrication Tech. 10-11 AM 1 CE Credit, P.110
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3D Printing 11 AM-Noon 1 CE Credit, P.110
P5 Reseach in the Pedorthic World 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.109
C23 Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral PalsyPart 1 10 AM-Noon 2 CE Credits P.108
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Manufacturers’ Workshops Tier G (4-Hr.) 1-5 PM 4.0 CE Credits Level 2 P.110
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Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy-Part 2 1-4 PM 3 CE Credits P.110
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Registration Open Foyer (Level 1)
7:00 – 7:15 AM Breakfast
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level)
7:15 – 8:30 AM 7:30 – 8:00 AM
General Session
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Mike Schultz Mike Schultz, Two-time Paralympic medalist (1 gold, 1 silver) PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games, gold (snowboard-cross), and silver (banked slalom). Schultz has been a lifetime lover of action sports. In 2008, during a snocross race accident he suffered from a severe compound fracture to his knee and after multiple surgeries had his leg amputated above the knee. After engineering his own prosthetic knee, Mike earned a motocross adaptive silver medal at the X games. It was after this that Mike realized the need for advancements in high impact adaptive sports prosthetics and founded BioDapt, Inc. Currently more than 100 wounded soldiers, extreme athletes and amputees wanting to return to an active lifestyle are using Mike’s prosthetics.
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Orthotics 2020—Defending the Future of Orthotic Care
Thomas F. Fise, JD Nicholas LeCursi, CO Everyone who has a stake in the orthotics profession should attend this session to learn about AOPA’s newest project— Orthotics 2020. Diminishing market share for O&P seemingly every year, and threats of shift to competitive bidding persist for this mainstay that accounts for nearly 50% of revenue at average O&P patient care facility. The future of the orthotics profession will depend on significant research initiated and funded today, especially on patient outcomes and treatment effectiveness. During this program we will share how orthotic manufacturers and patient care entities have established a Medical Advisory Board (MAB), and are working cooperatively to advance non-branded studies and data to assess outcomes across identified categories of treatment. Five workgroups have been established to focus on the areas of stroke, osteoarthritis, cranial orthoses, scoliosis and spinal bracing.
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8:30 AM – Noon 8:30 – 10:00 AM 10:00 AM – Noon
10:00 –11:00 AM
Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Break in Exhibit Hall
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Best Business Practices (B8)
Ballroom B (Level 1) An effective business manager is constantly learning and implementing new programs to keep their business growing strong. Two of the latest trends in O&P business administration include, incorporating R&D tax credits and assisting staff in maintaining work-life balance. For those who are considering selling or validating their business worth, we will review the top-ten fundamentals to consider. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
Monetizing Prosthetics with R&D Tax Credits (B8-A)
Jill Neuvirth, JD In the orthotic and prosthetic profession, the R&D tax credit benefits labs that are developing new products, processes, and techniques that improve the quality, functionality and performance of O&P devices. Claiming the credit will help companies reinvest in their businesses to ultimately better serve their patients.
Harassment, Discrimination and Wrongful Termination (B8-B)
11:30 – 11:45 AM
Selling Your Business: Beyond the Sales Price (B8-C)
11:45 AM – Noon
Don Foley, principal, Cailor Fleming Insurance Companies have dramatically increased their insurance coverage against sexual harassment complaints in recent years following high-profile scandals, as corporate America reckons with the growing risks of workplace misconduct. Employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) plans, which cover sexual harassment, racial discrimination and wrongful-firing claims, have spread rapidly over the past decade from major corporations to midsize and smaller firms. Harassment and discrimination also have 3rd party coverage. The big 3 coverages are harassment, discrimination and wrongful termination (the most common claim). Further processes include, violations of the Family Leave Act, ‘employment practices’ and employment-related issues, such as failure to promote.
Mike Schlesinger, CPA Review the top 10 elements involved with selling an O&P Practice. These essential steps are often overlooked or grossly underestimated.
Selling Your Business: Mistakes to Avoid (B8-D)
Barry Smith, JD The sale process is more than putting a FOR SALE sign in the front yard. You have to be prepared for battle.
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Advances in Upper-Limb Control Technologies (C22)
10:00 AM – Noon
Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy Part 1 (C23)
Hall B2 (Exhibition Level) Aadeel Akhtar, PhD Levi Hargrove, PhD Blair Lock, MS Laura Miller, PhD, CP Matthew Wernke, PhD This symposium will provide an overview of recent advances in technology for myoelectric control of upper-limb prostheses including: virtual reality tools for pre-prosthetic training and phantom limb pain treatment, targeted muscle re-innervation for improved control, pattern recognition for intuitive control of multiple degrees of freedom, EMG instrumented liners, and additive manufacturing techniques to create lower cost terminal devices.
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Beverly Cusick, PT, MS, NDT, COF/BOC Discuss findings by researchers that question the definition and challenge the common notion that if spasticity is present; it causes contracture formation and gait pathology in children with diplegia, and that it is a suitable target for “spasticity reducing” interventions. We will discuss the confusion over the difference between increased tone and hyperreflexia; challenges to the validity of the Modified Ashworth Scale and the Modified Tardieu Scale as spasticity tests. The program will conclude with a presentation of several science-based management strategies for children with diplegic cerebral palsy and suggestions for clinical research involving clinicians in orthotics and associated rehabilitation team members.
10:00 AM – Noon
How the Functional Lower-Limb Amputee Gait Assessment can Improve Rehabilitation Prescription and Patient Outcomes (C24)
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Ballroom A (Level 1) Robert Gailey, PhD, PT Ignacio Gaunaurd, PhD, MSPT Observational gait assessment (OGA) is the most common method of assessing gait deviations when aligning a prosthesis or determining physical limitations that requires gait training. Traditional prosthetic gait assessment systems outline numerous “prosthetic causes” or “amputee causes”, often referred to as observable gait deviation(s). Traditional descriptions for observable gait deviation may be too complex and list prosthetic causes that are no longer relevant. Over the past several years our clinical research team have developed a systematic method of gait assessment and treatment for lower limb amputees.
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10:00 AM – Noon
Research in the Pedorthic World (P5)
10:00 – 10:45 AM
Importance of Research in the Pedorthic World (P5-A)
10:45 – 11:10 AM
Does the CNC Milling Method Offer Effective Custom Foot Orthoses Compared to the Traditional Vacuum Molding Method? (P5-B)
Meeting Room 110 (Level 1) Learn the latest research from our distinct line up of speakers. (The following sessions run consecutively within this program.)
Geza Kogler, PhD, CO Join the discussion to demonstrate the efficacy of pedorthic treatment.
Jinsup Song, DPM, PhD Two pairs of CFOs fabricated using vacuum molding and CNC direct milling will be compared in 20 healthy subjects with moderate pes planus (RCSP>5 deg. valgus). Both pairs will be shaped identically to a pair produced using the Vertical Foot Alignment System (VFAS), which has previously demonstrated a greater comfort and better off-loading than CFOs produced via traditional Plaster of Paris casting and 3D laser scanner.
11:10 – 11:35 AM
The Effects of Textured Foot Orthotics on Lower Limb Muscle Activity in Parkinson’s Disease (P5-C)
Kelly Robb, CPed (C), MSc, PhD Candidate This presentation will begin with a review of mechanoreceptor anatomy, relevant neural pathways, and explain the future of somatosensory integration in orthotic fabrication. A brief literature review will highlight the current understanding of the somatosensory system’s role in balance and gait. Find out if orthotics, with and without a textured top cover, could improve lower limb muscle activity in individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
11:35 – 11:55 AM
Michael Ryan, PhD, CPed (c) The absence of an accurate way to assess time spent in selected workplace postures has compromised clinical trial monitoring, that in turn results in insufficient evidence for public health stakeholders to base policy decisions. Therefore, the aim of this presentation is to classify common workplace postures (sitting, standing and walking) through a low-cost and commercially feasible insole system. We present classification accuracy, error rate, sensitivity and specificity outcomes, as well as next steps in the deployment of this novel device.
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Classifying Sitting, Standing and Walking Using Only Plantar Force Data: Establishing Objective Evidence for Weight-Bearing Activities as a Risk Factor for Plantar Fasciitis (P5-D)
EDUCATION SATURDAY 9 | 29 | 18 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Advanced Prosthetic Fabrication Techniques (T10)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Caroline Sylvestre Learn advanced fabrication for techniques for prosthetics.
11:00 AM – Noon
3D Printing Recap & Roundtable (T11)
Meeting Room 109 (Level 1) Jeff Erenstone, CPO Attendees will review printed devices and will be able to question industry experts on practice & practicality.
1:00 – 4:00 PM Shining a Light on the Role of Spasticity in Diplegic Cerebral Palsy Part 2 (C25)
Meeting Room 116/117 (Level 1) Beverly Cusick, PT, MS, NDT, COF/BOC This symposium will spark a conversation among clinicians regarding the validity of the spasticity paradigm and the effectiveness and risks of common related interventions.
10:00 AM –5:00 PM Approved Clinical Mentor (ACM) Training Workshop
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
Meeting Room 111/112 (Level 1) Jennifer Richards, CPO, CPed, FAAOP Thomas Karolewski, MA, CP, FAAOP Chris Robinson, MS, MBA, CPO, ATC, FAAOP(D) An Approved Clinical Mentor (ACM) is a certified and/or licensed clinician and residency director, mentor, or educator who has successfully completed and passed NCOPE’s ACM course. This comprehensive course provides a clinician with the skills and information necessary to more effectively teach and mentor students in the context of a residency program or educational program. ACM designees will receive a certificate and lapel pin upon successful completion of the course and passing of a knowledge and skills assessment. A limited number of seats will be available for individuals to register at the 2018 National Assembly. This course runs until 5:00 PM and includes lunch.
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SATURDAY 9 | 29 | 18 EDUCATION
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Manufacturers' Workshops – Tier G (4 Hour Workshops)
MWG- 1 What Does the Practice of the Future Look Like? Changing Business Models and Successful Strategies for the Future
Level II Room 212 Sponsor: ABC Change is all around us and it’s how you stay ahead of the curve that will ensure your success. What direction is the profession headed and what changes can you make to stay on top? Learn what the future of patient care practices may look like and how you can adapt to a new paradigm. We’ll discuss different practice and patient care models, how to adjust to changes in the profession as well as review ABC’s extensive accreditation resources that can help your business thrive. We’ll review: • Practice Models for the future • Business strategies that could separate your practice from your competition • Privileging changes and how they may affect your practice Presentation Concludes at 2:30 PM
MWG- 2 Orthotic Management of the Lower Extremity
Level II Room 213 Sponsor: Orthotic Holdings Inc. Orthotists and Pedorthists, you will want to join us! We will cover the most common indications for use of custom AFOs and which AFO style may best address those indications. We will also provide valuable information on addressing our patients who are at risk for falls, and show some new product styles! Finding the best shoe to wear with an AFO can be challenging. You will gather useful information on footwear selection and modifications that may greatly enhance the overall effectiveness of an AFO. AFOs, footwear and foot orthotics. What more could you want?
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EDUCATION SATURDAY 9 | 29 | 18
Saturday Exhibit Hall Happenings 8:30 AM – Noon 8:30 – 10:00 AM
Exhibit Hall Open
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
Break in Exhibit Hall
Hall C (Exhibition Level)
8:30 – 9:50 AM
Technical Fabrication Contest Competition
8:45 – 9:15 AM
Myoelectric Orthotics—Introduction to MyoPro, Jonathan Naft, CPO (PPT)
Exhibit Hall
Product Preview Theater, Hall C (Exhibition Level) Sponsor: Myomo
10:00 AM
Technical Fabrication Contest—Winner Announced
Exhibit Hall
Play the Slap Shot Hockey Game
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
As you attend educational sessions, be sure to get your tokens for the slap shot game located in the exhibit hall. Test your luck and play your tokens to win fabulous prizes from exhibitors and AOPA. We will be giving away 200 prizes valued at $10 – $100.
Sponsored by Alps South LLC Booth 702
New Products Launch & Raffles Be sure to stop by and see what NEW PRODUCTS & RAFFLES exhibitors are promoting during the show. The New Product Launch & Raffle boards are located near the exhibit hall entrance.
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Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors www.bocusa.org
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Apis Footwear Co. Aspen Medical Products Becker Orthop edic Appliance Co. Cascade Dafo Cascade Orthop edic Supply Inc. Click Medical Coapt LLC College Park In dustries Comfort Produc ts Inc. Fillauer KISS Technologi es LLC LegWorks MD Orthopaedi cs Inc.
Naked Prosthet ics O&P Almanac OPAI PEL ProsFit Techno logies JSC. Pro-Tech Orthop edics Protosthetics SPS Surestep Tamarack Habi litation Technologies In c. Townsend Desig n /Thuasne US A
The new C-Brace® Step into your future.™ Visit us at booth #1002
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ACOR Orthopaedic Inc...... 1221 18530 S Miles Pkwy Cleveland, OH 44128 Phone: (800) 237-2267 Fax: (800) 830-8445 Email: info@acor.com Website: www.acor.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Lab & Clinic Supply Items Plastics Casting & Impression Supplies Sheet Goods: Foams, Crepes, etc. Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles
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Alps South LLC.................. 702 2895 42nd Ave N Saint Petersburg, FL 33714 Phone: (800) 574-5426 Fax: (727) 528-8862 Email: info@easyliner.com Website: www.easyliner.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Knee Orthoses Hip Orthoses
Allard USA, Inc............. 518
300 Forge Way, Ste 3 Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: (888) 678-6548 Fax: (800) 289-0809 Email: info@allardusa.com Website: www.allardusa.com Twitter: @AllardUSA Products: Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Pediatric Orthoses Knee Orthoses Hip Orthoses Orthotic Components: Joints
Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..................... 1138
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191 Bennett St Bridgeport, CT 06605 Phone: (203) 367-1212 Fax: (203) 367-1213 Email: info@alternativeprosthetics.com Website: www.alternativeprosthetics.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb Prosthetic Upper Limb Components Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists (AAOP)............................... 544 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 760 Bethesda, MD 20814 Phone: (202) 380-3663 Fax: (202) 380-3447 Email: info@oandp.org Web: www.oandp.org Twitter: @AcademyofOandP Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA)............................... 302 330 John Carlyle St, Ste 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (571) 431-0876 Fax: (571) 431-0899 Email: info@aopanet.org Web: www.aopanet.org Twitter: @AmericanOandP Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
American Prosthetic Components LLC................ 632 American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC)............... .538 330 John Carlyle St, Ste 210 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 836-7114 Fax: (571) 431-0899 Email: info@abcop.org Website: www.aopanet.org Twitter: @ABCOPtweet Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
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American Central Fabrication...................... 1206 3240 Mabel St Shreveport, LA 71103 Phone: (318) 636-3751 Fax: (318) 636-3746 Email: americancenfab@aol.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb
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900 Ontario Rd Green Bay, WI 54311 Phone: (800) 772-7508 Fax: (920) 468-1609 Email: orders@apcomponents.com Website: www.apcomponents.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lamination Supplies Prosthetic Specialty Products: Ferrier Coupling, etc. Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
AMFIT Inc.......................... 714 3611 NE 68th Street Vancouver, WA 98661 Phone: (360) 573-9100 Fax: (360) 566-1381 Email: sales@amfit.com Website: www.amfit.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Casting & Impression Supplies Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Patient Measuring Devices Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles
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Amputee Coalition............ 1306 900 East Hill Ave, Ste 390 Knoxville, TN 37915 Phone: (888) 267-5669 Fax: (865) 525-7917 Email: RC@amputee-coalition.org Website: www.amputee-coalition.org Twitter: @amputeesUSA Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization Coalition of •BCAmputee Society (ACBC).................. 545 7728-128 St. Unite #104, Box 152 Surrey, BC V3W 1L3 Canada Phone: (778) 228-6377 Email: info@amputees.ca Website: www.amputees.ca Twitter: @ACBC_Amputees Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
Anodyne............................ 737 5050 S 2nd St Milwaukee, WI 53207 Phone: (844) 637-4637 Email: info@anodyneshoes.com Website: www.anodyneshoes.com Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear Foot Care: Other Foot Care Foot Care: Custom Footwear Foot Care: Insoles Prosthetic Feet
Aon Affinity........................... 429 1100 Virginia Drive, Ste. 250 Fort Washington, PA 19034 Phone: (800) 544-2672 Fax: (844) 953-4779 Email: contact@insurance4op.com Website: www.insurance4op.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Insurance
Apis Footwear Co.............. .529 2239 Tyler Ave, Ste B El Monte, CA 91733 Phone: (888) 937-2747 Fax: (888) 990-2245 Email: sales@apisfootwear.com Website: www.bignwideshoes.com Products: Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Foot Care: Custom Footwear Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear Prosthetic Socks
Aspen Medical Products..... 629 6481 Oak Cyn Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (800) 295-2776 Fax: (800) 848-7455 Email: service@aspenmp.com Website: www.aspenmp.com Twitter: @aspenmp FB: @AspenMP Products: Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Spinal Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Knee Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Cervical Orthoses
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B EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co................... 1118 635 Executive Dr Troy, MI 48083 Phone: (248) 588-7480 Fax: (800) 923-2537 Email: mail@beckerorthopedic.net Website: www.beckerorthopedic.com Twitter: @BECKER_ORTHO Products: Orthotic Orthotic Components Orthotic Components: Joints Pediatric Orthoses Hip Orthoses Cervical Orthoses Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb
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• BLUEWAVE Technologies Inc... 822 747 SW 2nd Ave. IMB #3 Ste. 328 Gainsville, FL 32601 Phone: (352) 474-5489 Email: info@bluewave.tech Website: www.bluewave.tech/oandp Twitter: @bluewavetec Products: Lab Equipment Lab Equipment
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Board of Certification/ Accreditation (BOC).......... 1218
1372 Main Street Coventry, RI 02816 Phone: (800) 672-6721 Website: www.bimedical.org Products: Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Miscellaneous Patient Supply Items
10461 Mill Run Circle, Ste 1250 Owings Mills, MD 21117 Phone: (877) 776-2200 Fax: (410) 581-6228 Email: info@bocusa.org Website: www.bocusa.org Twitter: @bocintl Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
BioSculptor Corp................ 438
Boston O&P....................... 841
2480 W 82nd St, Ste 1 Hialeah, FL 33016-2726 Phone: (305) 823-8300 Fax: (305) 823-8304 Email: bio_info@biosculptor.com Website: www.biosculptor.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotics: Cranial Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Upper Limb Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Lower Limb
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20 Ledin Dr Avon, MA 02322 Phone: (508) 588-6060 Fax: (508) 587-8119 Email: info@bostonoandp.com Website: www.bostonoandp.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Spinal Orthotics: Cranial Lab Equipment CAD/CAM O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Spinal Orthoses
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BroadBay/Streifeneder •ortho.production ................ 338 291 Collier Road Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Phone: (800) 741-3806 Email: info@broad-bay.com Website: www.broad-bay.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Plastics Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Upper Limb Components Liners Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Cascade Dafo Inc............... 837 1360 Sunset Ave Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (800) 848-7332 Fax: (360) 543-9243 Email: bized@dafo.com Website: www.cascadedafo.com Twitter: @cascadedafo Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses
Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc.......................... 626
Bulldog Tools Inc.............. 1024 4140 US Rt 40 E Lewisburg, OH 45338-9506 Phone: (877) 962-0205 Fax: (937) 962-4160 Email: emullins@bulldogtools.com Website: www.bulldogtools.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Prosthetic Suspension Products & Systems Specialty Products: Ferrier Coupling, etc. Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Cailor Fleming Insurance.... 323
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA).................. 422 PO Box 105 Glenolden, PA 15904 Phone: (814) 269-1319 Email: jeana@cmtausa.org Website: www.cmtausa.org Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
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4610 Market St PO Box 3989 Youngstown, OH 44513 Phone: (330) 782-8068 Fax: (330) 782-0874 Email: dfoley@cailorfleming.com Website: www.cailorfleming.com Twitter: @CFInsurance4610 Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting Insurance
2638 Aztec Dr Chico, CA 95928 Phone: (530) 879-1500 Fax: (800) 847-9180 Email: marketing@cascade-usa.com Website: www.cascade-usa.com Twitter: @cascadeortho Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Lab Equipment Lab Equipment. O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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College Park Industries....... 402
524 Barbados Dr. Charleston, SC 29492 Phone: (843) 882-2202 Fax: (843) 884-1554 Email: natasha@cbb.org Website: www.cbb.org Products: Orthotic Spinal Orthoses
27955 College Park Drive Warren, MI 48088 Phone: (800) 728-7950 Fax: (800) 294-0067 Email: info@college-park.com Website: www.college-park.com Twitter: @collegeparkind Products: Prosthetic Liners Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Electronic Components: Upper Limb Upper Limb Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Click Medical..................... 310 1205 Hilltop Pkwy Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 Phone: (970) 670-7012 Email: info@clickmedical.co Website: clickmedical.co Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Specialty Products Pedorthics Foot Care: Other Foot Care Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Suspension Products & Systems
Coapt LLC......................... 738
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222 W Ontario St Ste 300 Chicago, IL 60654 Phone: (844) 262-7800 Fax: (844) 262-7800 Email: info@coaptengineering.com Website: www.coaptengineering.com Twitter: @CoaptControl Instagram: @coaptcontrol FB: CoaptControl Products: Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Upper Limb Components Electronic Components: Upper Limb
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Comfort Products Inc.......... 917 931 River Rd Croydon, PA 19021-6898 Phone: (800) 822-7500 Fax: (888) 745-2600 Email: info@comfortoandp.com Website: www.comfortoandp.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lamination Supplies Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Orthotic Specialty Products Pedorthics Foot Care: Other Foot Care Prosthetic Socks Shrinkers
Coyote Design & Mfg Inc... 1022 419 N. Curtis Rd Boise, ID 83706 Phone: (208) 429-0026 Fax: (208) 429-0028 Email: coyote@coyotedesign.com Website: www.coyotedesign.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotics: Lower Limb Lab & Clinic Supply Items Adhesives Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Suspension Products & Systems Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Technologies •Inc.Cranial ................................... 646 1395 W. Auto Drive Tempe, AZ 85284 Phone: 844-447-5894 Fax:480-893-0890 Email: hr@cranialtech.com Web: www.cranialtech.com Twitter: @DOCBand Products: Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Specialty Products
Create O&P...................... 1202 7 Old Military Rd Lake Placid, NY 12946 Phone: (518) 302-9198 Fax: (518) 523-7192 Email: info@createoandp.com Website: www.createoandp.com Twitter: @createoandp Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Miscellaneous 3D Printing
DAW Industries Inc........... 1302 6610 Nancy Ridge Dr Ste 100 San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: (800) 252-2828 Fax: (858) 457-5088 Email: info@daw-usa.com Website: www.daw-usa.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Prosthetic Socks Protective Skin Covering Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Liners Electronic Components: Lower Limb
DJO.................................. 638
Cypress Adaptive LLC......... 334
Drew Shoe Corp..................... 838 252 Quarry Rd. Lancaster, OH 43130 Phone: (800) 837-3739 Fax: (740) 654-4979 Email: customerservice@drewshoe.com Website: www.drewshoe.com Products: Pedorthics Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear
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804 West Bartlett Road Bartlett, IL 60103 Phone: 888-715-8003 Fax: 888-715-4535 Email: info@cypressadaptive.com Website: www.cypressadaptive.com Products: Lab Equipment Patient Measuring Devices Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Suspension Products & Systems Elevated Vacuum Socket Volume Management
1430 Decision St Vista, CA 92081 Phone: (800) 321-9549 Fax: (800) 419-9477 Website: www.djoglobal.com Twitter: @DJOGlobal Products: Orthotic Orthotic Components: Joints Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear
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• E-Life.......................... 1238 Patrijslaan 8 Almere 1343AC The Netherlands Phone: +31 6 53 73 11 65 Email: mkatz@e-lifebracing.com Website: www.e-lifebracing.com Products: Orthotic Knee Orthoses Hip Orthoses Cervical Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Endolite............................. 602
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1031 Byers Rd Miamisburg, OH 45342 Phone: (800) 548-3534 Fax: (800) 929-3636 Email: info@endolite.com Website: www.endolite.com Twitter: @endoliteus Products: Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Feet Electronic Components: Lower Limb Liners Elevated Vacuum Socket Volume Management Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Engineered Silicone Products LLC................... 1243 75 Mill St. Ste. 2 Newton, NJ 07860 Phone: (973) 300-5120 Fax: (973) 300-5125 Email: info@wearesp.com Website: www.wearesp.com Products: Prosthetic Suspension Products & Systems Liners Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Epica Applied Technologies...432 2753 Camino Capistrano Ste. A101 San Clemente, CA 92672 Phone: (949) 238-6323 Fax: (949) 238-6322 Email: sales@epicamed.com Website: www.epicatech.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Cranial Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotics: Spinal Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Sanding & Finishing Lab Equipment.
Fabtech Systems LLC......... 634 PO Box 2248 Everett, WA 98213 Phone: (425) 349-9557 Fax: (425) 349-9559 Email: greg@fabtechsystems.com Website: www.fabtechsystems.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Adhesives Orthotic Specialty Products Pediatric Orthoses Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Farabloc Development •Corporation ....................... 639 3030 Lincoln Ave. #211 Coquitlam, BC V3B 6B4 Canada Phone: (866) 941-4711 Email: info@farabloc.com Website: www.farabloc.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Lamination Supplies Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Protective Skin Covering
Fillauer......................... 502 2710 Amnicola Hwy Chattanooga, TN 37406 Phone: (423) 624-0946 Fax: (423) 629-7936 Email: customerservice@fillauer.com Website: www.fillauer.com Twitter: @FillauerCo Products: Lab Equipment Ovens Lab Equipment. Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Feet Upper Limb Components Electronic Components: Upper Limb
• FIOR & GENTZ GmbH.... 1133
3 Morgan Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (888) 818-6777 Fax: (949) 672-0084 Email: info@freedom-innovations.com Website: www.freedom-innovations.com Twitter: @FreedomInnovate Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Prosthetic Post-Operative Prostheses Pediatric Prostheses Feet Electronic Components: Lower Limb Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Friddle’s Orthopedic Appliances Inc................... 938 12306 Belton Honea Path Hwy PO Box 207 Honea Path, SC 29654-9528 Phone: (864) 369-2328 Fax: (864) 369-1149 Email: info@friddles.com Website: www.friddles.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotics: Spinal Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Miscellaneous 3D Printing O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories
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Dorette-von-Stern-Strase 5 Lüneburg D-21337 Germany Phone: +44 3131 244 45-0 Fax: +49 4131 244 45-57 Email: clinical-support@fior-gentz.de Website: www.fior-gentz.us Products: Lab Equipment Patient Measuring Devices Orthotic Orthotic Components Pediatric Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories
Freedom Innovations LLC.... 808
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• Generix Medical LLC........... 1241 4801 Dawin Road Jacksonville, FL 32207 Phone: (904) 730-7911 Email: info@generixmedical.com Website: www.generixmedical.com Products: Orthotic Halo System
• Glaze Prosthetics................. 424
ul.Pradnicka 12 Kraków 30002 Poland Phone: +48 501 290 485 Email: hello@glazeprosthetics.com Website: www.glazeprosthetics.com Twitter: @gprosthetics Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Miscellaneous 3D Printing Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Upper Limb Components Electronic Components: Upper Limb Aesthetic Prostheses Equipment & Materials
iFit Prosthetics LLC.......... 1230
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N27 W23655 Paul Rd Pewaukee, WI 53072 Phone: (414) 333-1658 Email: jmullins@ifitprosthetics.com Website: www.ifitprosthetics.com Products: Prosthetic Suspension Products & Systems Shrinkers Liners Post-Operative Prostheses Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Infinite Biomedical Technologies...................... 939 8 Market Place, Suite 500 Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone: (443) 451-7175 Fax: (443) 451-7179 Email: dan@i-biomed.com Website: www.i-biomed.com Twitter: @infiniteBiomed Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetic Post-Operative Prostheses Aesthetic Prostheses Equipment & Materials Pediatric Prostheses Upper Limb Components Electronic Components: Upper Limb
Integrum Inc.................... 1212 100 Montgomery Street, Ste. 1780 San Francisco, CA 94104 Phone: (650) 867-4487 Fax: (888) 456-5530 Email: info-us@integrum.se Website: www.integrum.set Products: Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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International Institute •of Orthotics and Prosthetics...... 1208 4809 Memorial Hwy Tampa, FL 33634 Phone: (813) 517-1741 Email: arelene@iiofoandp.org Website: www.iiofoandp.org Twitter: @VetsIIOP Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
• ISPO Canada................... 1311 26 StoneManse Court Toronto, ON M1G 3V3 Canada Phone: (613) 737-7350 Email: ispocanada@gmail.com Website: www.ispo.ca Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
Kinetic Research Inc........ 1119 5513 West Sligh Avenue Tampa, FL 33634 Phone: (800) 919-3668 Fax: (888) 484-5927 Email: email@kineticr.com Website: www.KineticResearch.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
28280 Alta Vista Ave Valencia, CA 91355 Phone: (800) 5563668 Fax: (800) 556-3338 Email: cservice@klmlabs.com Website: klmlabs.com Twitter: @klmlabs Products: Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories
Knit-Rite Inc...................... 728 120 Osage Ave Kansas City, MO 66103 Phone: (913) 281-4600 Fax: (913) 281-5455 Email: info@knitrite.com Website: www.knitrite.com Products: Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-FitOrthoses: Orthotic Socks Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products Pedorthics Foot Care: Other Foot Care Prosthetic Shrinkers Socks Post-Operative Prostheses
Landis International.......... 1037
KISS Technologies LLC....... 530
800 Rossiter St St. Jean, QC J3B 8J1 Canada Phone: (450) 359-8800 Email: info@landisinternational.ca Website: www.landisinternational.ca Products: Lab Equipment Vacuum Equipment Sewing Equipment Sanding & Finishing Ovens Hand & Bench Tools Lab Equipment.
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11447 Cronhill Dr Ste G Owings Mills, MD 21117 Phone: (410) 663-5477 Fax: (410) 946-6212 Email: info@kiss-suspension.com Website: www.kiss-suspension.com Products: Prosthetic Feet Suspension Products & Systems
KLM Laboratories............. 1310
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• LaunchPad..................... 328 2545 Chicago Avenue Suite 507 Minneapolis, MN 55404 Phone: (612) 799-1051 Email: kaitlyn.n@ocs-mn.com Website: www.LaunchPad-op.com Products: Orthotic Orthotic Components: Joints Orthotic Components
LegWorks.......................... 531
2545 Chicago Ave. Ste. 507 Minneapolis, MN 55404 Phone: (833) 576-2722 Website: www.lumbrella-os.com Products: Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Spinal
• Lunatik Athletiks................ 1240
257 Lafayette Avenue, Suite 104 Buffalo, NY 14213 Phone: (408) 692-5633 Email: sales@legworks.com Website: www.LegWorks.com Twitter: @legworksglobal Products: Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
159 Anne Street South Barrie, ON L4N 2E4 Canada Phone: (705) 715-4892 Email: kelly@lunatikathletiks.com Website: www.lunatikathletiks.com Products: Orthotics Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products Miscellaneous Patient Supply Items
LIM Innovations.................. 218
• Lustampa-Gins S.R.L............ 409
424 9th St San Francisco, CA 94107 Phone: (772) 214-7770 Email: info@LIMInnovations.com Website: www.liminnovations.com Twitter: @liminnovations Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Limbs for Life •Foundation ......................... 1239
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• Lumbrella.......................... 330
9604 N. May Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Phone: (888) 235-5462 Email: admin@limbsforlife.org Website: www.limbsforlife.org Twitter: @limbsforlife Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Via Prov.le di Mercatale, 203 Vinci, Firenze 50059 Italy Phone: +39 0571 509434 Fax: +39 0571 500554 Email: lustampa@gins.it Website: www.lustampa.it
Makstride Prosthetics......... 820 3221 Tower Rd Prescott, AZ 86305 Phone: (661)325-3338 Fax: (661)864-7512 Email: salyers@makstride.com Website: www.makstrideprosthetics.com Products: Prosthetic Feet
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Martin Bionics Innovations.. 210 PO Box 2391 Oklahoma City, OK 73101 Phone: (405)850-2391 Email: jjaymartin@me.com Website: martinbionics.com Products: Lab Equipment Patient Measuring Devices Prosthetics Prosthetic - Multiple Categories Pediatric Prosthesis Post-Operative Prosthesis Suspension Products and Systems Upper Limb Components
MD Orthopaedics Inc........ 1132 604 N Pkwy St Wayland, IA 52654 Phone: (877) 766-7384 Fax: (319) 256-2501 Email: info@mdorthopaedics.com Website: www.mdorthopaedics.com Products: Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses
4970 Monaco St Unit A Commerce City, CO 80022 Phone: (303) 289-1534 Fax: (303) 288-3687 Email: info@mholabs.com Website: www.mholabs.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Lower Limb Pedorthics Foot Care: Custom Footwear Foot Care: Insoles Pedorthics – Multiple Categories
Mobility Saves.................... 302
Medi USA........................... 818 6481 Franz Warner Pkwy Whitsett, NC 27377 Phone: (336) 449-4440 Fax: (336) 446-1617 Email: info@mediusa.com Website: www.mediusa.com Products: Orthotic Knee Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Spinal Orthoses Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles
Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc............................ 1220
330 John Carlyle St., Ste. 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 571/431-0876 Web: www.Mobilitysaves.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ mobilitysaves Twitter: @mobilitysaves LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ mobility-saves YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/mobilitysaves
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Nabtesco & Proteor in USA.. 418
1145 West Long Lake Rd Ste 200 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 Phone: (248) 647-2299 Fax: (248) 647-4433 Email: jrn@monetek.com Website: www.monetek.com Twitter: @monetekllc Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting
S82 W18717 Gemini Dr Muskego, WI 53150 Phone: (855) 517-4414 Email: info@nabtesco-proteor-usa.com Website: www.np-usa.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Sheet Goods: Foams, Crepes, etc. Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Electronic Components: Lower Limb Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Myomo............................ 1313 One Broadway 14th Floor Cambridge, MA 02142 Phone: (877) 736-9666 Fax: (617) 886-0333 Email: marketing@myomo.com Website: www.myomo.com Twitter: @myomoinc Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories
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Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies Inc..................... 840 837 Sargent Avenue Winnipeg, MB Canada R3E 0C1 Phone: (204) 475-3799 Fax: (204) 775-2252 Email: info@myrdalorthopedics.com Website: www.myrdalorthopedics.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items - Multiple Categories Finishing Lamination Supplies Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Plastics Roll Goods: Webbing, Tubing, etc.
Naked Prosthetics....... 1307 614 4th Ave E Olympia, WA 98501 Phone: (360) 915-9724 Fax: (888) 977-6693 Email: info@npdevices.com Website: www.npdevices.com Products: Prosthetic Pediatric Prostheses Post-Operative Prostheses Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
National Commission on O&P Education (NCOPE)...... 540 330 John Caryle St, Ste 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (703) 836-7114 Fax: (703) 836-0838 Email: info@ncope.org Website: www.ncope.org Twitter: @ncopeop Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
nora systems Inc.............. 1040 9 Northeastern Blvd Salem, NH 03079 Phone: (496) 201-8077 Fax: (603) 894-6615 Email: info-shoe@nora.com Website: www.nora-shoe.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies
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• NormaTec Medical............. 1140 480 Pleasant St. Watertown, MA 02472 Phone: (617) 658-5818 Email: info@normatecmedical.com Website: www.normatecmedical.com Products: Prosthetic Electronic Components: Upper Limb Electronic Components: Lower Limb Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Mastectomy
Nymbl Systems................ 1018 3252 Beaumont Centre Circle Lexington, KY 40513 Phone: (859) 554-7880 Email: Josh@Nymbl.systems Website: www.nymbl.systems.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Computer & Software Systems
O&P Almanac..................... 440 330 John Carlyle St, Ste 200 Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: (571) 431-0876 Fax: (571) 431-0899 Email: info@aopanet.org Website: www.aopanet.org Twitter: @AmericanOandP Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Publications
O&P EDGE/Amplitude Magazine........................... 941
1393 Veterans Memorial Hwy Happauge, NY 11788 Phone: (480) 409-2069 Fax: (480) 227-1599 Email: marketing@ohi.net Website: www.ohi.net Twitter: @apexfoothealth Products: Orthotic Specialty Products Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Foot Care: Insoles Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear Pedorthics – Multiple Categories
OPAF & The First Clinics... 1234 13303 Hunting Birds Lane Charlotte, NC 28278 Phone: (980) 819-9404 Email: robin@opafonline.org Website: www.opafonline.org Twitter: @opaf O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization OPAI .................................. 326 VIMHANS Hospital, Nehru Nagar New Delh 110065 INDIA Phone: (011) 298-30490 Email: presidentopai@gmail.com Website: www.opai.org.in O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
OPIE Software.................... 824 3870 NW 83rd St Gainesville, FL 32606 Phone: (352) 331-3741 Fax: (352) 332-8074 Email: info@oandp.com Website: www.oandp.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Computer & Software Systems O&P Consulting O&P Organization
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11154 Huron St, Ste 104 Northglenn, CO 80234 Phone: (303) 255-0843 Fax: (303) 255-0844 Email: info@opedge.com Website: www.oandp.com/edge Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Publications
OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group).......... 1014
O EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY OPTEC USA Inc.................. 612 975 Progress Circle Lawrenceville, GA 30043-4644 Phone: (888) 982-8181 Fax: (770) 513-4365 Email: sales@optecusa.com Website: www.optecusa.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Spinal Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Knee Orthoses Hip Orthoses Cervical Orthoses
Orfit Industries America...... 532 350 Jericho Tpk, Ste 302 Jericho, NY 11753 Phone: (516) 935-8500 Fax: (516) 935-8505 Email: sales-us@orfit.com Website: www.orfit.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Plastics Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Casting & Impression Supplies Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Liners Aesthetic Prostheses Equipment & Materials Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Orthomerica Products Inc.....412 6333 N Orange Blossom Trl Orlando, FL 32810 Phone: (800) 446-6770 Fax: (407) 290-2419 Email: custserv@orthomerica.com Website: www.orthomerica.com Products: Orthotic Upper Limb Orthoses Pediatric Orthoses Hip Orthoses Spinal Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Post-Operative Prostheses
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Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA).... 918 1111 W San Marnan Dr PO Box 1467 Waterloo, IA 50704-1467 Phone: (800) 214-6742 Fax: (888) 449-0610 Email: info@opga.com Website: www.opga.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting Insurance Buying Groups O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (OPC)...................... 1142 202 - 300 March Road Ottawa ON K2K 2E2 Phone: (613) 595-1919 Fax: (613) 595-1155 Email: info@opcanada.ca Website: www.opcanada.ca Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Organization
Osseointegration Group of Australia............ 1305 410 S. Rampart Blvd. Ste. 390 Las Vegas, NV 89145 Phone: (702) 726-6762 Email: nick@osseointernational.com Website: www.osseointegrationaustralia. com.au Products: Prosthetic Electronic Components: Upper Limb Specialty Products: Ferrier Coupling, etc. Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Össur Americas Inc............ 718 27051 Towne Centre Dr Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 Phone: (949) 382-3883 Fax: (800) 831-3160 Website: www.ossur.com Twitter: @ossurcorp Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotic Knee Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Electronic Components: Upper Limb Electronic Components: Lower Limb Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Ottobock......................... 1002
4666 Manufacturing Ave Cleveland, OH 44135 Phone: (800) 321-1264 Fax: (800) 222-6176 Email: management@pelsupply.com Website: www.pelsupply.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Miscellaneous Patient Aids O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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11501 Alterra Pwky Ste 600 Austin, TX 78758 Phone: (800) 328-4058 Fax: (512) 806-2153 Email: usa.customerservice@ ottobockus.com Website: www.ottobockus.com Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Suspension Products & Systems Upper Limb Components Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components
10737 Independence Pointe Pkwy Matthews, NC 28105 Phone: (704) 283-9787 Fax: (704) 282-9375 Email: info@paceline.com Website: www.paceline.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Roll Goods: Webbing, Tubing, etc. Casting & Impression Supplies Lamination Supplies Prosthetic Shrinkers Socks
P EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY Phits/RS Print.................... 431
Pro-Tech Orthopedics....... 1222
44650 Helm Ct Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (405) 406-1441 Email: blake.norquist@rsprint.com Website: www.phitsinsoles.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Miscellaneous Gait Analysis 3D Printing Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Pedorthics Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Foot Care: Insoles
95 Ryan Dr, Unit 8 Raynham, MA 02767 Phone: (866) 819-1157 Fax: (508) 821-9600 Email: office1@protech-intl.com Website: www.protech-intl.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Plastics Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products Orthotic – Multiple Categories
• Procosil SRL...................... 314
60 Garlor Drive Havertown, PA 19083 Phone: (610) 449-4879 Fax: (610) 853-2925 Email: info@protokinetics.com Website: www.protokinetics.com Products: Lab Equipment Patient Measuring Devices
Via XXI Settembre, 78 Fiorentino 47897 Italy Phone: (+378) 0549 87 82 86 Fax: (+378) 0549 87 89 42 Email: procosil1@procosil.com Website: www.procosil.com Products: Prosthetic Pediatric Prostheses Feet Electronic Components: Upper Limb Aesthetic Prostheses Equipment & Materials Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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• ProsFit Technologies JSC..... 1204 53 A, Nikola Vaptsarov Blvd Sofia 1407 Bulgaria Phone: +359 897 057 591 Email: contactus@prosfit.com Website: www.prosfit.com Products: Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Miscellaneous 3D Printing O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting Computer & Software Systems Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Protosthetics..................... 411 617 4th St. N. Ste. 1 Fargo, ND 58102 Phone: (701) 478-2001 Fax: (701) 478-1020 Email: contact@protosthetics.com Website: protosthetics.com Twitter: @protosthetics Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Miscellaneous 3D Printing Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Pedorthics Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Renia GmbH..................... 1038 Ostmerheimer Strasse 516 Cologne D-51109 Germany Phone: +49-221-630799-0 Fax: 011+49-221-630799-50 Email: info@renia.com Website: www.renia.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Casting & Impression Supplies Adhesives
RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company........................... 418
Rodin4D............................ 734 27 Allee Charles Darwin Pessac 33600 France Phone: +33 (0)5 56 47 77 13 Fax: +33 (0)5 56 47 77 14 Email: info@rodin4d.com Website: www.rodin4d.com Twitter: @Rodin4d Products: Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Miscellaneous 3D Printing O&P Distributors & Service Providers Computer & Software Systems O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories
Royal Knit Inc.................... 537
• Sensor Medica USA............ 1242 966 Lincoln Rd. Ste C Idaho Falls, ID 83404 Phone: (208) 561-2286 Fax: (208) 534-7455 Email: info@sensormedicausa.com Website: www.sensormedicausa.com Products: Lab Equipment Lab Equipment – Multiple Categories O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service Providers – Multiple Providers Pedorthics Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Miscellaneous Gait Analysis
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26011 NE Colbern Rd Lees Summit, MO 64086 Phone: (800) 664-5648 Fax: (800) 934-5648 Email: royalknitinc@yahoo.com Website: www.royalknit.com Products: Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Upper Limb Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Spinal Soft Goods/Ready-to-FitOrthoses: Orthotic Socks Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Lower Limb Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Prosthetic Socks
1236 West Southern Avenue Ste 101 Tempe, AZ 85282 Phone: (480) 361-1714 Fax: (480) 361-4526 Email: hsanger@rushfoot.com Website: www.rushfoot.com Twitter: @rushfoot Products: Prosthetic Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components
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Spinal Technology Inc......... 932 191 Mid Tech Dr West Yarmouth, MA 02673 Phone: (800) 253-7868 Fax: (888) 775-0588 Email: info@spinaltech.com Website: www.spinaltech.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Spinal Orthotics: Lower Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Pediatric Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories
• Springer Aktiv Ag............... 1042
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Lengeder Straße 52 Berlin 13407 Germany Phone: +49 304-900030 Fax: +49 304-9000311 Email: export@springer-berlin.de Website: www.springer-berline.de, www.proprio.info Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Miscellaneous Gait Analysis Pedorthics Foot Care: Custom Footwear Foot Care: Insoles Pedorthics – Multiple Categories
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6025 Shiloh Rd, Ste A Alpharetta, GA 30005-1706 Phone: (800) 767-7776 Fax: (800) 869-7776 Email: Rweger@spsco.com Website: www.spsco.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Broad Line O&P Distributors O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Feet Electronic Components: Lower Limb Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
ST&G USA Corp................. .423 2691 Saturn St Brea, CA 92821 Phone: (714) 524-0663 Fax: (714) 364-8113 Email: info@stngco.com Website: www.stngco.com Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Casting & Impression Supplies O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Distributors & Service ProvidersMultiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
Standard Cyborg.............. 1030 1663 Mission St Ste 560 San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone: (844) 429-2674 Email: hello@standardcyborg.com Website: www.standardcyborg.com Products: Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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SteeperUSA....................... 318 3619 Paesanos Pkwy Shavano Center III, Ste 200 San Antonio, TX 78231 Phone: (210) 481-4126 Fax: Email: bridget.salinas@steeperusa. com Website: www.steeperusa.com Products: Prosthetic Upper Limb Components Protective Skin Covering Electronic Components: Upper Limb
Surestep............................ 618 17530 Dugdale Dr South Bend, IN 46635 Phone: (877) 462-0711 Email: info@surestep.net Website: www.surestep.net Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Pediatric Orthoses Orthotic Components: Joints Knee Orthoses Pedorthics Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear
Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc.............. 1117 1670 94th Ln NE Blaine, MN 55449 Phone: (763) 795-0057 Fax: (763) 795-0058 Email: info@tamarackhti.com Website: www.tamarackhti.com Twitter: @tamarackhti Products: Lab & Clinic Supply Items Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Miscellaneous Patient Supply Items Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-FitOrthoses: Orthotic Socks Orthotic Components: Joints Pedorthics Foot Care: Other Foot Care Prosthetic Protective Skin Covering
TechMed 3D Inc............... 1137
• Taika3D.......................... 1045 Finnoonniitynkuja4 Espoo 02270 Finland Phone: +358503099104 Email: info@taika3d.com Website: www.taika3d.com Twitter: @taika3d Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Computer & Software Systems Miscellaneous 3D Printing
750 Chemin Olivier, Ste 101 Levis, QC G7A 2P7 Canada Phone: (418) 836-8100 Fax: (418) 836-1589 Email: info@techmed3d.com Website: www.techmed3d.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers Computer & Software Systems
• TheraTogs Inc................. 324
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305 Society Dr #C3 Telluride, CO 81435 Phone: 888-634-0495 Fax: 877-202-5965 Email: info@theratogs.com Website: www.theratogs.com Twitter: @TogsTeam Products: Orthotic Pediatric Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories
T EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY Thermo-Ply Inc................. 1231 11811 31st Court North St. Petersburg, FL 33716 Phone: (813) 606-4220 Fax: (813) 606-4221 Email: sales@thermoplygel.com Website: www.thermoplygel.com Products: Prosthetic Suspension Products & Systems Liners
Tillges Technologies......... 1123 1570 Beam Ave, Ste 100 Maplewood, MN 55109 Phone: (651) 772-2665 Fax: (651) 771-6553 Email: mtil@tcopinc.com Website: www.tcopinc.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Specialty Products Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Specialty Products: Ferrier Coupling, etc. Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Top Shelf Orthopedics......... 546 1851 East Paradise Road, Ste. A Tracy, CA 95304 Phone: (209) 834-1158 Fax: (209) 834-1158 Website: www.pacmedical.com Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb Orthotic Spinal Orthoses Knee Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
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Townsend Design/ Thuasne USA................... 1126 4615 Shepard Street Bakersfield, CA 93313 Phone: (661) 837-1795 Fax: (661) 837-0613 Email: townsend@townsenddesign.com Website: www.townsenddesign.com Products: Central Fabrication Orthotics: Lower Limb Orthotic Knee Orthoses Orthotic – Multiple Categories Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Cervical Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Spinal Orthoses
TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)... 1309 3090 Sterling Cir, Studio A Boulder, CO 80301-2338 Phone: (303) 444-4720 Fax: (303) 444-5372 Email: cs@trsprosthetics.com Website: www.trsprosthetics.com Products: O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Upper Limb Prosthetic Feet Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Pediatric Prostheses Upper Limb Components
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Turbomed Orthotics............ 525
Vorum............................... 832
986 Emelie-Chamard Quebec City, QC G1X4V3 Canada Phone: (418) 563-8675 Email: info@turbomedorthotics.com Website: turbomedorthotics.com Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories
8765 Ash St, Ste 6 Vancouver, BC V6P 6T3 Canada Phone: (800) 461-4353 Fax: (604) 321-5345 Email: info@vorum.com Website: www.vorum.com Twitter: @vorumresearch Products: Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Miscellaneous 3D Printing O&P Distributors & Service Providers O&P Consulting Computer & Software Systems Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Prosthetic Prosthetic – Multiple Categories
• Value and Trust Co., Ltd......... 430 14F Houhualife Bldg., 311 Seoul 06628 South Korea Phone: (826) 447-9124 Email: mike@vntc.me Website: www.vntc.me Products: Orthotic Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Spinal Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses Spinal Orthoses Specialty Products Orthotic – Multiple Categories
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WillowWood.................. 524 15441 Scioto Darby Rd PO Box 130 Mount Sterling, OH 43143 Phone: (740) 869-3377 Fax: (740) 869-4374 Email: customerservice@owwco.com Website: www.willowwoodco.com Twitter: @ohiowillowwood Products: Central Fabrication Prosthetics: Upper Limb Prosthetics: Lower Limb Lab Equipment CAD/CAM Prosthetic Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components Elevated Vacuum Socket Volume Management Feet AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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X EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation •Appliance Co., Ltd................... 426 Northwest China Furniture Industrial Park, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province 710523 China Phone: (253) 228-7579 Email: tangqingcheng@msn.com Website: www.haosida.net Products: Orthotic Orthotic – Multiple Categories Upper Limb Orthoses Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Upper Limb Soft Goods/Ready-to-FitOrthoses: Orthotic Socks Spinal Orthoses Knee Orthoses
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PRODUCT DIRECTORY Central Fabrication Orthotics: Cranial BioSculptor Corp......................................438 Boston O&P.................................................841 Epica Applied Technologies..................432
Orthotics: Lower Limb ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 Cascade Dafo Inc..................................... 837 Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Epica Applied Technologies..................432 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 Kinetic Research Inc................................ 1119 Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc.................. 1220 Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 Spinal Technology Inc.............................932 Surestep.......................................................618 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123 Townsend Design/ Thuasne USA........ 1126 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845
Orthotics: Spinal Boston O&P.................................................841 Epica Applied Technologies..................432 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 OPTEC USA, INC.......................................612 Spinal Technology Inc.............................932
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Prosthetics: Lower Limb Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..... 1138 American Central Fabrication.............. 1206 BioSculptor Corp......................................438 Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Create O&P.............................................. 1202 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 Protosthetics................................................411
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Spinal Technology Inc.............................932 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123 Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 WillowWood...............................................524
Prosthetics: Upper Limb Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..... 1138 American Central Fabrication.............. 1206 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 WillowWood...............................................524
Lab & Clinic Supply Items Lab & Clinic Supply Items – Multiple Categories Alps South LLC..........................................702 BioSculptor Corp......................................438 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies.........840 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA.....................418 PEL................................................................926 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042
Adhesives Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 Renia GmbH............................................. 1038
Casting & Impression Supplies ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 AMFIT INC................................................... 714 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Paceline........................................................521 Renia GmbH............................................. 1038 ST&G USA Corp........................................423
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Finishing Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies..........840
Lamination Supplies American Prosthetic Components LLC.632 Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 Paceline........................................................521 Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies..........840
Misc. Fabrication Materials & Supplies Bulldog Tools Inc.................................... 1024 Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies.........840 nora systems Inc..................................... 1040 Orfit Industries America..........................532 ST&G USA Corp........................................423 Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845
Plastics ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho.production................................. 338 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Pro-Tech Orthopedics........................... 1222 Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies.........840
Lab Equipment Lab Equipment – Multiple Categories
BLUEWAVE Technologies, Inc...............822 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Epica Applied Technologies..................432 Fillauer.........................................................502 Landis International.................................1037 Sensor Medica USA............................... 1242
CAD/CAM AMFIT INC................................................... 714 BioSculptor Corp......................................438 Boston O&P.................................................841 Create O&P.............................................. 1202 Epica Applied Technologies..................432 ProsFit Technologies JSC..................... 1204 Rodin4D...................................................... 734 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042 Standard Cyborg..................................... 1030 Vorum..........................................................832 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845 WillowWood...............................................524
Hand & Bench Tools Landis International.................................1037
Ovens Fillauer.........................................................502 Landis International.................................1037
Patient Measuring Devices
Paceline........................................................521 Myrdal Orthopedic Technologies.........840
AMFIT INC................................................... 714 Cypress Adaptive, LLC............................ 334 FIOR & GENTZ GmbH.............................1133 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 ProtoKinetics Gait Analysis Walkways...............................................1114
Sheet Goods: Foams, Crepes, etc. ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA....................418
Sanding & Finishing Epica Applied Technologies..................432 Landis International.................................1037 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845 AOPA National Assembly 2018 www.AOPAnet.org
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Sewing Equipment Landis International.................................1037
O&P Distributors & Service Providers
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3D Printing Create O&P.............................................. 1202 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 ProsFit Technologies JSC..................... 1204 Protosthetics................................................411 Rodin4D...................................................... 734 Taika3D..................................................... 1045 Vorum..........................................................832 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845
Gait Analysis Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 Sensor Medica USA............................... 1242 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042 Patient Aids PEL................................................................926
Patient Supply Items
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Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117 Lunatik Athletiks.......................................1240 BI Medical .................................................... 745
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Computer & Software Systems Nymbl Systems......................................... 1018 OPIE Software...........................................824 ProsFit Technologies JSC..................... 1204 Rodin4D...................................................... 734 Taika3D..................................................... 1045 TechMed 3D Inc........................................1137 Vorum..........................................................832
Insurance Aon Affinity.................................................429 Cailor Fleming Insurance........................323 Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA)...............................918
O&P Consulting Cailor Fleming Insurance........................323 LIM Innovations..........................................218 Monetek LLC............................................. 1122 OPIE Software...........................................824 Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA)...................................918 ProsFit Technologies JSC..................... 1204 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)................. 1309 Vorum..........................................................832
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O&P Distributors & Service Providers- Multiple Categories
Orthotic
Boston O&P.................................................841 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 LIM Innovations..........................................218 Orthotic & Prosthetic Group of America (OPGA)...................................918 PEL................................................................926 Rodin4D...................................................... 734 Sensor Medica USA............................... 1242 SPS...............................................................802 ST&G USA Corp........................................423
Orthotic – Multiple Categories
O&P Organization American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC).................................538 American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association (AOPA).............................302 Amputee Coalition................................. 1306 Amputee Coalition of BC Society (ACBC).....................................545 Board of Certification/ Accreditation (BOC)........................... 1218 Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA)............................422 International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics.................................. 1208 ISPO Canada...............................................1311 Limbs for Life Foundation..................... 1239 National Commission on O&P Education (NCOPE)...................540 OPIE Software...........................................824 OPAF & The First Clinics........................1234 OPAI.............................................................326 Orthotics & Prosthetics Canada (OPC)..................................... 1142
O&P Almanac............................................440 O&P EDGE/Amplitude Magazine...........941
ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 Anodyne...................................................... 737 Aspen Medical Products.........................629 BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho. production............................................. 338 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Click Medical...............................................310 DJO..............................................................638 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 Fillauer.........................................................502 FIOR & GENTZ GmbH.............................1133 Friddle's Orthopedic Appliances Inc...938 Kinetic Research Inc................................ 1119 KLM Laboratories..................................... 1310 Medi USA.....................................................818 Myomo.........................................................1313 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA....................418 OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group)....... 1014 OPTEC USA, INC.......................................612 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 Ottobock................................................... 1002 PEL................................................................926 Pro-Tech Orthopedics........................... 1222 Protosthetics................................................411 Spinal Technology Inc.............................932 SPS...............................................................802 Standard Cyborg..................................... 1030 TheraTogs Inc.............................................324 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123 Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 Townsend Design/Thuasne USA......... 1126 Turbomed Orthotics.................................525 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430 Vorum..........................................................832 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
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O&P Publications
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Cervical Orthoses
Pediatric Orthoses
Aspen Medical Products.........................629 Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 OPTEC USA, Inc.........................................612 Halo System Generix Medical LLC......................... 1241
Allard USA, Inc............................................518 Alps South LLC..........................................702 Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 Boston O&P.................................................841 Cascade Dafo Inc..................................... 837 Cranial Technologies Inc........................646 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 FIOR & GENTZ GmbH.............................1133 KLM Laboratories..................................... 1310 MD Orthopaedics Inc.............................. 1132 Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412 Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 Spinal Technology Inc.............................932 Surestep.......................................................618 TheraTogs Inc.............................................324
Hip Orthoses Allard USA, Inc............................................518 Alps South LLC..........................................702 Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 OPTEC USA, INC.......................................612 Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412
Knee Orthoses Allard USA, Inc............................................518 Alps South LLC..........................................702 Aspen Medical Products.........................629 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 Medi USA.....................................................818 OPTEC USA, Inc.........................................612 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 Surestep.......................................................618 Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 Townsend Design/ Thuasne USA........ 1126 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
Allard USA, Inc............................................518 Alps South LLC..........................................702 Aspen Medical Products.........................629 Medi USA.....................................................818 Ottobock................................................... 1002 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537 TheraTogs Inc.............................................324 Townsend Design/ Thuasne USA........ 1126 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430
Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Cervical
Orthotic Components
Townsend Design/Thuasne USA......... 1126
Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 FIOR & GENTZ GmbH.............................1133 LaunchPad..................................................328
Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Compression Products
Orthotic Components: Joints
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Allard USA, Inc............................................518 Becker Orthopedic Appliance Co........ 1118 DJO..............................................................638 LaunchPad..................................................328 Surestep.......................................................618 Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117
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Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Lunatik Athletiks...................................... 1240 Medi USA.....................................................818 Pro-Tech Orthopedics........................... 1222 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430
Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Lower Limb BioSculptor Corp......................................438 Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc.................. 1220 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537
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Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Spinal Aspen Medical Products.........................629 Lumbrella....................................................330 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430
Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Upper Limb BioSculptor Corp.......................................438 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)...................................... 1309 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
Soft Goods/Ready-to-Fit Orthoses: Orthotic Socks Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537 Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
Specialty Products Click Medical...............................................310 Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 Cranial Technologies Inc........................646 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group)....... 1014 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430
Spinal Orthoses
Upper Limb Orthoses Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
Pedorthics
Pedorthics – Multiple Categories Apis Footwear Co.....................................529 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Click Medical...............................................310 Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc.................. 1220 OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group)....... 1014 PEL................................................................926 Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 Protosthetics................................................411 Sensor Medica USA............................... 1242 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042
Foot Care: Custom Footwear Anodyne...................................................... 737 Apis Footwear Co.....................................529 Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc.................. 1220 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042
Foot Care: Extra-Depth Footwear Anodyne...................................................... 737 Apis Footwear Co.....................................529 DJO..............................................................638 Drew Shoe Corp.......................................838 OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group)....... 1014 Surestep.......................................................618
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Aspen Medical Products.........................629 Boston O&P.................................................841 Charleston Bending Brace.....................944 Lumbrella....................................................330 Medi USA.....................................................818 OPTEC USA, Inc.........................................612 Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412 Spinal Technology Inc.............................932 Surestep.......................................................618
Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 Townsend Design/Thuasne USA......... 1126 Value and Trust Co., Ltd..........................430 Xi'an HSD Rehabilitation Appliance Co., Ltd...............................426
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Foot Care: Insoles ACOR Orthopaedic Inc........................... 1221 AMFIT INC................................................... 714 Anodyne...................................................... 737 Apis Footwear Co.....................................529 DJO..............................................................638 Medi USA.....................................................818 Mile High Orthotics Lab Inc.................. 1220 OHI (Apex, AZ AFO, Langer, PedAlign, SafeStep, The Orthotic Group)....... 1014 Phits/RS Print.............................................. 431 Springer Aktiv Ag................................... 1042 Voxelcare Online CAD/CAM Systems....845
Foot Care: Other Foot Care
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Anodyne...................................................... 737 Click Medical...............................................310 Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117
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Prosthetic
Prosthetic – Multiple Categories Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..... 1138 American Prosthetic Components LLC................................632 BI Medical .................................................... 745 BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho.production................................. 338 Bulldog Tools Inc.................................... 1024 Cascade Orthopedic Supply Inc...........626 Click Medical...............................................310 Coapt LLC................................................... 738 College Park Industries...........................402 Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Cypress Adaptive, LLC............................ 334 DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 Endolite.......................................................602 Engineered Silicone Products LLC.....1243 Fabtech Systems LLC..............................634 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 iFit Prosthetics LLC................................. 1230 Integrum Inc.............................................. 1212 Kinetic Research Inc................................ 1119 LegWorks.....................................................531 LIM Innovations..........................................218 Limbs for Life Foundation..................... 1239 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA....................418 Naked Prosthetics...................................1307 NormaTec Medical................................... 1140 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Osseointegration Group of Australia.... 1305 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 Ottobock................................................... 1002 PEL................................................................926 Procosil SRL................................................ 314 ProsFit Technologies JSC..................... 1204 Protosthetics................................................411 RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company.......418 SPS...............................................................802 ST&G USA Corp........................................423
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Standard Cyborg..................................... 1030 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123 Top Shelf Orthopedics............................546 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)...................................... 1309 Vorum..........................................................832
Aesthetic Prostheses Equipment & Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Procosil SRL................................................ 314
Electronic Components: Lower Limb DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Endolite.......................................................602 Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA....................418 NormaTec Medical................................... 1140 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 SPS...............................................................802
Electronic Components: Upper Limb Coapt LLC................................................... 738 College Park Industries...........................402 Fillauer.........................................................502 Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 NormaTec Medical................................... 1140 Osseointegration Group of Australia.... 1305 Össur Americas Inc................................... 718 Procosil SRL................................................ 314 SteeperUSA................................................318
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Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..... 1138 Anodyne...................................................... 737 BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho.production................................. 338 E-Life.......................................................... 1238 Endolite.......................................................602 Fillauer.........................................................502 Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 KISS Technologies LLC...........................530 Makstride Prosthetics..............................820 Procosil SRL................................................ 314 Protosthetics................................................411 RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company.......418 SPS...............................................................802 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)................. 1309 WillowWood...............................................524
Liners BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho.production................................. 338 College Park Industries...........................402 DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Endolite.......................................................602 Engineered Silicone Products LLC.....1243 iFit Prosthetics LLC................................. 1230 Orfit Industries America..........................532 Thermo-Ply Inc......................................... 1231
Lower Limb Endoskeletal Components American Prosthetic Components LLC..........................................................632 College Park Industries...........................402 Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Cypress Adaptive, LLC............................ 334 DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Endolite.......................................................602 Integrum Inc.............................................. 1212 LegWorks.....................................................531 Nabtesco & Proteor in USA....................418 Osseointegration Group of Australia.... 1305 Ottobock................................................... 1002 RUSH Foot a PROTEOR Company.......418 WillowWood...............................................524
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Cypress Adaptive LLC............................. 334 Endolite.......................................................602 WillowWood...............................................524
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Mastectomy NormaTec Medical..................................... 1140
Pediatric Prostheses Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 Naked Prosthetics...................................1307 Procosil SRL................................................ 314 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)...................................... 1309
Post-Operative Prostheses Freedom Innovations LLC......................808 iFit Prosthetics LLC................................. 1230 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 Naked Prosthetics...................................1307 Orthomerica Products Inc.......................412
Protective Skin Covering DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Farabloc Development Corporation....639 SteeperUSA................................................318 Tamarack Habilitation Technologies Inc..................................1117
Shrinkers Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 iFit Prosthetics LLC................................. 1230 Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Paceline........................................................521
Specialty Products: Ferrier Coupling, etc. American Prosthetic Components LLC................................632 Bulldog Tools Inc.................................... 1024 Osseointegration Group of Australia.... 1305 Tillges Technologies............................... 1123
Suspension Products & Systems Bulldog Tools Inc.................................... 1024 Click Medical...............................................310 Coyote Design & Mfg Inc...................... 1022 Cypress Adaptive, LLC............................ 334 Engineered Silicone Products LLC.....1243 iFit Prosthetics LLC................................. 1230 KISS Technologies LLC...........................530 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 Ottobock................................................... 1002 Thermo-Ply, Inc......................................... 1231
Upper Limb Components Alternative Prosthetic Services Inc..... 1138 BroadBay/Streifeneder ortho.production................................. 338 Coapt LLC................................................... 738 College Park Industries...........................402 Fillauer.........................................................502 Glaze Prosthetics......................................424 Infinite Biomedical Technologies.........939 Martin Bionics Innovations......................210 Ottobock................................................... 1002 SteeperUSA................................................318 TRS Inc. (Therapeutic Recreation Systems Inc.)...................................... 1309
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Socks Apis Footwear Co.....................................529 Comfort Products Inc................................ 917 DAW Industries Inc................................. 1302 Knit-Rite Inc................................................ 728 Paceline........................................................521 Royal Knit Inc............................................. 537
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