Nottingham student’s design inspired by friend who lost a limb
A student has designed an artificial limb with a changeable cover to reflect the wearer’s mood, inspired by a friend who lost a leg. Nottingham Trent University undergraduate Jonathan Bradshaw wanted...
View ArticleMilitary amputees treated at state-of-the-art prosthetics centre
A new state-of-the-art prosthetics service for military amputees has been launched by the Scottish government. The service provides equipment which can anticipate movements and adapt instantly, to...
View ArticleUganda Polio Project by Phil Buttery
As Ian has posted previously I have recently had the good fortune to visit Uganda as part of the Uganda Polio Project team The aims of the project are two-fold. In conjunction with a group of...
View ArticleFor Pete’s Sake Scotland
Today we heard that former National Centre Orthotist Peter McLachlan is facing a fight with cancer and his friends have got together to start a Facebook page to help race the funds for his treatment...
View ArticleUpsee harness
Harness of hope: Invention from mother of wheelchair-bound son helps him and other physically impaired children walk for the first time Debby Elnatan invented the Upsee to help her son who has cerebral...
View ArticleOtto Bock’s Dave Buchannan sets world record
David Buchanan set a world record for cycling off-road between Cardiff and Caernarfon. Photograph: Simon Powdrill/@Loco Tuning David Buchanan considers himself “a lucky guy”. The 44-year-old...
View ArticleOrthotics help local dog walk
Like most dog owners, Kris Dexter thinks her dog is pretty special. But aside from the Golden Labrador’s great demeanor and beautiful coat, Missy has a bit more going on in her life. “We call them her...
View ArticleSolved: Mystery of phantom limb pain
“Phantom limbs” have long been a mystery. Early theories saw them as proof of the immortal soul or part of the Freudian mourning process for the amputated limb. Nowadays, the standard explanation is...
View ArticleFantastic picture story
Please click on the link below to see a picture story about a US solider and his journey to walk again after suffering devastating injuries in Afghanistan. In June 2012 Sgt. Matt Krumwiede was on...
View ArticleExeter Cyclists Saddle up for 100 mile Cycle Ride and raise over £2,000 for...
A team of five cyclists have raised over £2,000 by completing a gruelling 100 mile cycle challenge in just 11 hours in aid of Blesma, The Limbless Veterans last week as part of the charity’s annual...
View ArticleALGEOS TECHNICIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
Do you know a Technician who goes that extra mile? Someone who makes sure their patient’s device is suitable for their activities or has a great understanding of what their patient needs. Maybe it’s...
View ArticlePodiatry and orthotic provider Algeos appoints new CEO
A Algeo Ltd (Algeos), the UK-based global medical technology company and leading NHS supplier, announces the appointment of a new CEO, Jackie Fisher, who for the past 12 months has been the...
View ArticleAFLEX AFO Ankle Joint Kits
Now available from Algeos. We have received some great reviews on this product, which also comes with a moulding dummy and heel bumper. Sample packs are available on request....
View ArticleAlgeos launches aortha grinding machines
aortha® Grinding Machines have been designed and manufactured in the UK combining the latest innovation and technology. Visit the Algeos website for further information on the range or to request an...
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