Legislative Triumph: Paving the Way for Accessible Orthotic and Prosthetic Care
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by Lauran Gale
1M ago
In a historic moment for advocates of orthotic and prosthetic care, recent legislative successes in Arkansas (HB 1252), Colorado (HB 1136), and New Mexico (HB 131) have elevated the cause to new heights. These states, along with Maine (LD 1003), are now at the forefront of enacting legislation that ensures coverage for orthotic and prosthetic care essential for physical activity across all age groups through the So Every BODY Can Move (formerly known as “So Kids Can Move”). An initiative to provide greater access to specialized orthotic and prosthetic care used for physical activity. Illinois ..read more
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Your Simple Guide to Reset
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by Lauran Gale
3M ago
This guide will teach you ways to reset yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally. Use it when you find yourself wanting more out of life.   WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO RESET? Finding your reset button is a way to create balance and harmony in life. When we take ourselves out of our normal elements and find a place to be alone with our thoughts, we are able to create new visions and ideas. Some of the best places I have found provide solitude, scenic views and inspirational landscapes. These types of settings are beneficial for creative thinking and visualizing your success. I like to think ..read more
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Cosi Talks with Special Guest Ahmad Najwa & Billy Lester – RevoSurface: How To Get Adjustability in Your Current Socket
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by Jaime Keiser
5M ago
Do you need a better-fitting socket now, but you are not eligible for a new device? Or are you simply interested in learning more about RevoSurface, then you don’t want to miss watching this recorded Cosi Talks. On October 11th, 2023, Cosi Talks hosted an amazing show about RevoSurface and adding adjustability in an instant to your current socket. She had two special guests from Kenney Orthopedics, Ahmad Najwa, CPOA CTP and Billy Lester, CPO LPO talking about the benefits of adjustability and how RevoSurface is a great add-on to your existing device. It was a great discussion and we learned a ..read more
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Julian Roach: Disrupting the Norm to Refine the Optimal Socket
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by Lauran Gale
5M ago
In the world of prosthetic care, there are individuals who go beyond the conventional and challenge the status quo. Julian Roach, a Nashville-based amputee and technician, is one such trailblazer. Through his Instagram account @thechroniclesoffab, Julian has garnered over 60,000 followers, sharing his designs and empowering messages with the O&P community. His commitment to pushing boundaries and advocating for better care has made him a powerful voice amongst his followers. For Julian, the O&P industry shouldn’t be constrained by a rigid rulebook. He believes in rewriting the rules ..read more
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Transcendence, Featuring Adrien Costa
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by Jaime Keiser
6M ago
Adrien Costa transitioned from a career in professional cycling to pursue his passion for climbing. However, his life took a dramatic turn when he experienced a life-altering accident in the mountains. This documentary chronicles his remarkable journey from the depths of recovery to the forefront of adaptive climbing. Along the way, he partners with the renowned mountain guide Mark Allen, culminating in an awe-inspiring first ascent in Washington’s North Cascades. To watch the full film, you will need to attend a live event! To watch an inspirational little segment, click the header above. We ..read more
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Using an ‘Innovation Mindset’ to Problem Solve in O&P Featured in COPA Connection June 2023
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by Lauran Gale
7M ago
When faced with challenges, Jimmy Capra, Click Medical’s co-founder and CEO, employs the “Innovation Mindset” into his creative and decision making processes. Through his 40-year career, Capra has learned how to step out of his comfort zone, letting go of fear of failure, to solve problems in truly new and innovative ways. “To succeed in selling a component product, which needs to be incorporated into a design, you need to invite and inspire your customers to think innovatively about how to build your product into theirs,” says Capra. How to enter and use the “Innovation Mindset” process to pr ..read more
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The Prosthetics and Orthotics Podcast: Adjustable Prosthetic Sockets with Jimmy Capra
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by Lauran Gale
7M ago
Join us on this episode as we sit down with Jimmy Capra, CEO of Click Medical. In this conversation, we delve into the world of adjustable prosthetic sockets and how they are revolutionizing the lives of amputees around the globe. Jimmy Capra sheds light on the challenges faced by amputees when it comes to traditional prosthetic sockets. He explains how these sockets often require multiple fittings and adjustments, leading to discomfort, restricted mobility, and a lack of customization to meet individual needs. Discover the advancements Click Medical has made in designing the mechanisms for ad ..read more
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Adesua Ojeifoh – ROMP Guatemala City Volunteer Experience
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by Lauran Gale
7M ago
Click Medical awarded a scholarship earlier this year to send one female O&P student or recent graduate on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, to a Range of Motion Project (ROMP) Volunteer Clinic! The trip was a hands-on, week-long session with some of the best prosthetists serving local amputees in need of prosthetic care through ROMP.  Adesua Ojeifoh, a recent graduate of Kennesaw State University and the winner of the scholarship, was able to choose from any of ROMP’s open volunteer programs. Join Adesua as she shares her ROMP clinic experiences in Guatemala on the frontline of the f ..read more
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Kemit’s Message to Amputees: “Set goals and get after them, because there’s nothing that can hold you back.”
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by Lauran Dodge
8M ago
Kemit-Amon Lewis’s contagious laugh and smile, along with his passion for life, continue to drive him forward. Born and raised in St. Croix, he grew up with a love for the ocean and tennis. Kemit excelled in tennis, playing throughout high school, college, and even representing the US Virgin Islands in the Davis Cup. However, Kemit’s life took a drastic turn in the summer of 2019 when he contracted a bacterial infection, possibly from the ocean. The infection led to sepsis, and the treatment he received resulted in the loss of his limbs. After spending two weeks in a coma, Kemit woke up to th ..read more
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Sarah Frutchey: Pioneering Creativity in the Lab
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by Jaime Keiser
9M ago
Sarah Frutchey, CTPO, was introduced to the fascinating world of the O&P industry by her advisor at Saint Petersburg College. Prior to that moment, Sarah had been unaware of this field’s existence. She admits, “You see people with prosthetic limbs out in public, and it never really crosses your mind—where did they get that?” However, as someone who is hands-on and loves being creative, Sarah immediately jumped into the Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician program, realizing that she had found her true calling. She explains, “I can’t imagine doing anything else! I love making things and being ..read more
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