A growing selection of orthotic braces expands the possibilities for fit and function for users from all walks of life. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Rachel Doucet, MSc PT, BSc KINE, and Amy Wallace McDevitt, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT.
Össur launches the Rebound Post-Op Elbow Brace, a lightweight, adjustable brace with intuitive design features to provide comfortable elbow immobilization and range of motion restriction.
Physical Therapy Products, in its January 2020 issue, presents a showcase of athletic fitness and performance products designed to keep athletes in their best shape possible to perform at the top of their game throughout the season.
Polly Swingle, PT, GCS, CEEAA, and Brian Paulson, CPO, explain the causes, symptoms, and effective therapeutic treatments for foot drop in this feature for the February/March 2019 issue of Physical Therapy Products.
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Breg Inc launches launches its next generation unloader knee brace for mild to severe osteoarthritis, the Breg Quantum OA, featuring dynamic unloading in a sleek and intuitive design.
Read MoreThe Braces & Orthoses section of the Physical Therapy Products Product Guide (April/May 2018) provides an overview of important options for fit and support for off-the-shelf and custom products.
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A Robotic Spine Exoskeleton (RoSE) developed by Columbia University researchers is reportedly the first device able to measure 3D stiffness of the human torso.
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By discarding a narrow belief of what works, therapists open up a world of possibilities and technologies for treating back pain. A feature for Physical Therapy Products by Julie Watkins, PT, DPT, ATC.
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A literature review published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explores the treatment options for patients who experience an Achilles tendon tear.
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Akron, Ohio-based Active Ankle, part of the Performance Health family of brands, introduces the redesigned Eclipse II and Eclipse Rigid Multi-Sport Ankle Braces, as well as the rebranded AS1 PRO Multi-Sport Sport Lace-Up Brace and 329 Ankle Sleeve.
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Knee, ankle, and elbow wraps, braces, and exercisers manufactured by PFLEXXSPORTS, a company based in the United Kingdom, are set to be available soon in the United States.
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Older adults, children, and athletes have their own requirements for function and fit. Here’s what therapists should know.
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Mueller Sports Medicine Inc, based in Prairie du Sac, Wis, offers its new OMNIFORCE collection of compression supports for knees, ankles, and elbows.
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Carlsbad, Calif-based sports medicine products and services company Breg Inc introduces three new products, as well as what it deems a technological innovation in knee bracing.
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New from Iceland-headquartered Össur is the Rebound DUAL Knee Brace, which is designed to deliver functional support for patients with ligament instabilities and osteoarthritis.
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A new market report published by MarketsandMarkets forecasts that the Orthopedic Braces and Support Systems Market will be worth around $4.3 billion by 2020.
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Jennifer S. McWain, MHS, PT, and Kirk Randall, PT, MS, share various treatment options for people with foot drop.
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Data Bridge Market Research has released a new global market report on orthopedic braces and supports.
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