Category: Orthopedics

Orthopedics

Hanger Inc. Acquires Liberating Technologies Inc.

Hanger Inc. has acquired Liberating Technologies Inc. to strengthen its research and innovation capabilities and accelerate development of next-generation prosthetic technologies.

Orthopedics

Device for Low Bone Density Therapy Available for Pre-Order

Bone Health Technologies has launched pre-orders for Osteoboost, an FDA-cleared wearable treatment designed to improve bone health in postmenopausal women with osteopenia using targeted vibration therapy.

Orthopedics

One-Fourth of Former Olympians Develop Osteoarthritis, Per Study

Competing at elite level in sport is linked with an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis and joint pain later in life, a study notes.

Arthritis

UCLA Health Gets Funding to Develop New Osteoarthritis Treatments

UCLA Health is part of a multi-institution research team to receive a contract from ARPA-H to develop new joint regeneration osteoarthritis treatments.

Braces

Adaptive Pants Accommodate Leg Braces and Casts

You can zip the pants on around the legs in a standing position or while lying down, and the calf and hem of the pant can be vented to accommodate braces and casts.

Joint Replacement

More Patients Able to Go Home Day of Knee Surgery

Many patients are surprised to learn they can go home the same day as knee surgery, thanks to pre-habilitation and improvements in knee replacement technology, surgical technique, and pain management.

Orthotics

Hanger Acquires O&P Company

Hanger Inc. announced the completion of its previously announced transaction to acquire an orthotics and prosthetics manufacturer.