Orthotic, PRAFO, contracture management Derek Jones Orthotic, PRAFO, contracture management Derek Jones

Solve equinus contractures with an innovative orthotic device

Looking for a solution to equinus contractures? Our Dynamic Dorsi-Assist (DDA™) Ankle Foot Orthosis (654SKG) offers innovative orthotic care that is adjustable and personalized to your needs. Our orthotic devices provide immediate relief and support long-term rehabilitation. We also offer a pediatric version of the DDA™, the 554SKG, to extend our impact to patients of all ages.

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Pressure Ulcers, PRAFO, Diabetic Foot Derek Jones Pressure Ulcers, PRAFO, Diabetic Foot Derek Jones

How to Prevent Heel Pressure Ulcers: First Understand What Causes Them?

Discover how to prevent pressure sores on heels in this insightful blog post. Learn about the risk factors, influencing factors and effective prevention tips. Explore the range of heel protectors that offer more than just protection, supporting safe mobilisation and aiding the patient's recovery journey. Available in various sizes and liner interfaces.

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Carbonhand, Grip, hand Derek Jones Carbonhand, Grip, hand Derek Jones

Harnessing Revolutionary Technology to Strengthen Your Weak Grip: Carbonhand

Why do we need a good grip? I guess the answer is obvious. Humans use their hands in a multitude of ways. From waving hello and goodbye, to pointing directions, or using sign language, our hands are an integral part of communication in all cultures. Of course, we must grip, lift, hold, and manipulate objects in our daily lives. Unfortunately, the muscles and nervous system that powers these movements can become weak or immobile due to age, illness, or injury. For older individuals, researchers have suggested that grip strength is a “useful indicator for overall health,” and as a biomarker of health status, it may be a better indicator of life expectancy than blood pressure.

At Anatomical Concepts, we often work closely with clients who have neurological conditions such as spinal cord injuries, stroke, MS, cerebral palsy and more. The full list of conditions that can potentially benefit from help is shown below. These individuals may have grip problems and seek in the best case to either recover function via therapeutic exercises or use assistive technology to compensate for lost grip function.

In this article we review Carbonhand from Bioservo Technologies which allows many users to regain the power and the sensitivity of their grip

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