Pioneering prosthesis and handbike donation allow man to regain his independence
A former soldier, who lost both legs in an explosion in Afghanistan, is set to gain a new lease of life after being given a…
New innovative adapter allows lower limb amputees to quickly and easily change their prosthetic feet
Ottobock has unveiled a new product to enable lower limb amputees to change their prosthetic feet faster than they can change their shoes. Quickchange is…
Innovative prosthesis for below-knee amputees to help reduce risk of falls
Prosthetics and orthotics specialist Ottobock has launched the latest version of its Harmony system, which is designed to be more comfortable and reduce the risk…
Assistive technology from BBC Two Show and orthopaedic provider allows young girl to continue ballet
Pollyana Hope, 13, dreams of being a ballerina and has been helped on her journey by experts from a BBC Two show and Dorset Orthopaedic.…
Ottobock C-Leg helps woman get back to her best
A rare reaction to a common germ led to 41-year-old Debbie Searle losing her leg, but she is now getting back to her best with…
Prosthetics and innovative simulation technology help girl with no limbs learn to drive
A Derby teenager who lost all four limbs through meningitis is preparing for an independent life on the road with Dorset Orthopaedic’s simulation technology and…
Pioneering prosthesis allows man to partake in the world’s biggest cycling festival
Courtenay Humphreys, a former police officer who lost his leg above the knee in a motorcycle accident, has been using an electrified mountain bike and…
New research confirms prosthesis users rely more on intact limbs, leading to overuse injuries
In the first major study of its kind, researchers from the University of Salford have revealed the extent those with artificial arms and hands rely…
Prosthetics and orthotics event to focus on improving lifestyle through products and education
Independent event organiser, The Positive Event Partnership, has launched a new annual lifestyle event specifically aimed at prosthetics and orthotics users, presenting a wide range…
New orthotic clinic opens to offer improved patient service
Orthotics, prosthetics and assistive technology specialist Steeper Group has opened its private clinic – Steeper Clinic – at the company’s main headquarters to offer an…