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West Point Bionic Foot Achieves Powered Running
01 October 2010
Over the past few millennia, lower-limb prostheses have evolved by leaps and bounds. We know that the oldest-known surviving ones, Egyptian big toes made of linen and glue, were followed by items such as the bronze Roman Capua leg, European variations on peg legs, and J.E. Hanger's articulated wooden limb. According to a state-of-the-science article by Terry Supan, CPO, FAAOP, FISPO, written for the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (the Academy), the past 30 years have seen the greatest strides in foot design, from the SACH foot to carbon-fiber dynamic response feet. (Author's note: For more information, see 'Clinical Perspectives on Prosthetic Ankle-Foot Designs.' from JPO 2005 Vol. 17, Num. 4S) Ossur's microprocessor-controlled Proprio Foot signaled the beginning of the newest cycle of innovation, feet with microprocessor controls. Now, powered feet such as the PowerFoot One by iWalk, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the Odyssey ankle by private company SpringActive, an Arizona State University (Arizona State), Tempe, spinoff, are attracting increasing attention in the profession. As advanced as these latest efforts are, none are designed to facilitate that most primitive of human activities, running.
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Injured Marine progresses through good times, bad - The Daily Citizen
01 September 2010
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01 September 2010
Sgt. Matt Braddock is returning for his second tour of duty in Iraq. It's a remarkable decision given that his last trip to Iraq turned him into an amputee.
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Horses Help Wounded Warriors
01 September 2010
Some of those in the program are learning to use prosthetics, ... A US Army study conducted in June showed the prevalence of PTSD and depression in soldiers ...
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Wounded troops challenge obstacle course - Inside NoVA
01 September 2010
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Realistic Robotic Arm Within Reach - Photonics.com
01 September 2010
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$815K NIH Grant Supports PhysioNetics' Work on Low-Cost Prosthetics
01 September 2010
ADA Technologies, Inc.a s PhysioNetics division has been awarded an $815,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development.
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Dean Kamen Introduces Children Worldwide to the World of Biomedical...
01 September 2010
FIRST , an organization founded by inventor Dean Kamen , is engaging 171,000 children, ages 9 to 14, in more than 50 countries to explore the exciting world of Biomedical Engineering through hands-on, minds-on teamwork in the 2010 FIRST LEGO League Challenge called "Body Forward ." "Every FIRST LEGO League Challenge of the last eleven years has ...
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Breakthrough Prosthetic Socket System Greatly Improves Comfort and...
01 August 2010
"The High-Fidelity Interface addresses wearers' desire to have a more efficient, better performing and more comfortable socket.
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Minus A Leg, Still On A Mission In Afghanistan
01 July 2010
Capt. Dan Luckett wades through a creek while patrolling earlier this month in Afghanistan's Kandahar province.
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Air Force wounded warrior rides from coast to coast - Sourdough Sentinel
01 July 2010
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Singularity University: 3D printing and prosthetics - Wired.co.uk
01 July 2010
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Iraq War Veteran Recovers After Losing Arms and Legs
01 July 2010
"Brendan Marrocco, a 23-year-old Iraq war veteran from Staten Island, NY, puts on his right prosthetic arm, using the one on his left, at Walter Reed Army ...
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Robotic devices help stroke survivors regain movement - Gizmag
01 July 2010
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Medical software creator wins top government award
01 July 2010
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Carbon Nanotube-based Neural Prosthetics - Where Smaller is Better - Nanotechnology News
01 June 2010
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Face of Defense: Guardsman Takes First Jump With Prosthetic
01 August 2010
"Faced with a long recovery and the reality that he might never run, surf or return to his Special Forces team, Army Staff Sgt. Andre Murnane made the decision last year to have his right leg amputated below the knee after it was shattered by a roadside bomb that detonated in eastern Afghanistan.
'My dreams and ambitions didn't end that day. It simply started a new chapter,' the Maryland National Guard soldier said.."),
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Minus A Leg, Still On A Mission In Afghanistan
01 July 2010
Capt. Dan Luckett wades through a creek while patrolling earlier this month in Afghanistan's Kandahar province.
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Air Force wounded warrior rides from coast to coast - Sourdough Sentinel
01 July 2010
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Singularity University: 3D printing and prosthetics - Wired.co.uk
01 July 2010
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Iraq War Veteran Recovers After Losing Arms and Legs
01 July 2010
"Brendan Marrocco, a 23-year-old Iraq war veteran from Staten Island, NY, puts on his right prosthetic arm, using the one on his left, at Walter Reed Army ...
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Robotic devices help stroke survivors regain movement - Gizmag
01 July 2010
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Medical software creator wins top government award
01 July 2010
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Carbon Nanotube-based Neural Prosthetics - Where Smaller is Better - Nanotechnology News
01 June 2010
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Oklahoma company's new technology may aid law enforcement
01 June 2010
Technology developed to operate prosthetic hands now is being used to equip bomb-disarming robots with hand-like apparatus.
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Last active-duty jump for double amputee PJ - AirForceTimes.com
01 June 2010
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Last active-duty jump for double amputee PJAirForceTimes.comWhat he does recall is hearing the doctors at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC, tell him they had amputated his legs about five centimeters ... |
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Bionic cat has 9 lives, 2 faux paws
01 June 2010
Find a surprised orangutan, three hungry baby blackbirds, a pair of playful foxes, plus more images of animals great and small.
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Combat veteran reminds others of VA benefits - Worcester Telegram
01 June 2010
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Loss of leg hasn't slowed Iraq veteran | NewsOK.com
01 June 2010
"With 18 years in the Army, Livesay's loss has not stopped him from doing what he loves. "I got my first prosthesis is December of 2003 and February 2004,? ...
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Taking it step by step: LEAP helps amputees return to their daily lives - Louisville Courier-Journal
01 June 2010
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Call for Nominations: 2010 International da Vinci Awards...
01 June 2010
The awards celebrate people who triumph over disabilities and those who have developed new technologies that enhance mobility.
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Idaho State University receives additional $1.4 million from DOD to work on ... - Idaho State University
01 June 2010
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Vet Walks After 27 Years In Wheelchair
01 May 2010
A Texas veteran took his first steps in 27 years, thanks to advancements in prosthetic devices, KPRC Local 2 reported Wednesday.
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Investing in higher education is a win-win - Los Angeles Times
01 May 2010
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Clark & Associates : War Stories
01 November 2009
... "military amputee" "army amputee" "military prosthetic" "army prosthetic" "clark & associates ...youtube.com
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The 5 Most Amazing Inventions in Medical Science
01 May 2010
From the days of ancient Egypt up through modern times, the branch of science known as medical science has continued to grow through the many different inventions that have been created throughout the centuries.
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Plainfield veteran, wife get gift of new home - Plainfield Sun
01 May 2010
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Cancer Survivor Ready to Fly - Department of Defense
01 May 2010
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Aimee Mullins--With The Right Legs You Can't Keep a Good Woman Down
01 May 2010
Aimee Mullins(born 1976 in Allentown,Pennsylvania) is an American athlete, actress, and fashion model best known for her extraordinary collegiate-level athletic accomplishments, despite a disability that resulted in the amputation of both of her legs.She was born with fibular hemimelia (missing fibula bones) and had both of her legs amputated below the knee when she was just one year old. While attending Georgetown University she competed against able-bodied athletes in NCAA Division I track and field events and set Paralympic records in 1996 in Atlanta in the 100-meter dash and the long jump. She says she will have realised one of her ambitions when people describe her as "Aimee Mullins, the model", rather than "Aimee Mullins, the disabled model".
Aimee's most recent film project is the upcoming Into the Woods, scheduled for theatrical release in 2010.
Her film debut was a starring role in the highly-acclaimed film by contemporary artist Matthew Barney, Cremaster 3, first presented in the US at the Guggenheim Museum in 2003. Cremaster 3 is "an astonishing work of creativity," and was lauded by The Guardian as "the first truly great piece of cinema to be made in a fine art context since Dali and Bunuel filmed Un Chien Andalou in 1929. It is one of the most imaginative and brilliant achievements in the history of avant-garde cinema."
Aimee first received worldwide media attention as an athlete. Born without fibulae in both legs, Aimee's medical prognosis was bleak; she would never walk and indeed would spend the rest of her life using a wheelchair. In an attempt for an outside chance at independent mobility, doctors amputated both her legs below the knee on her first birthday. The decision paid off. By age two, she had learned to walk on prosthetic legs, and spent her childhood doing the usual athletic activities of her peers: swimming, biking, softball, soccer, and skiing, always alongside "able-bodied" kids.
After graduating high school with honors, Aimee was one of three students in the US chosen for a full academic scholarship from the Department of Defense, and at age 17 became the youngest person to hold a top-secret security clearance at the Pentagon. She worked there as an intelligence analyst during her summer breaks.
It was at this time that she rediscovered her love of competitive sports. While a dean's list student at the prestigious School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University, she set her sights on making the US Team for the 1996 Atlanta Games. She enlisted the expertise of Frank Gagliano, one of the country's most respected track coaches. Through this partnership, she became the first woman with a "disability" to compete in the NCAA, doing so on Georgetown's nationally-ranked Division I track team. Outfitted with woven carbon-fiber prostheses that were modeled after the hind legs of a cheetah, she went on to set World Records in the 100 meter, the 200 meter, and the long jump, sparking a frenzy over the radical design of her prototype sprinting legs.
After a profile in Life magazine showcased her in the starting blocks at Atlanta, the world took notice. Aimee soon landed a 10-page feature in the inaugural issue of Sports Illustrated for Women, which led to her accepting numerous invitations to speak at international design conferences. Being introduced to this discourse relating to aesthetic principles, she became interested in issues relating to body image and how fashion advertising impacted standard notions of femininity and beauty. In 1999, Aimee made her runway debut in London at the invitation of one of the world's most celebrated fashion designers, Alexander McQueen. Walking alongside the supermodels of the world, Aimee's groundbreaking, triumphant turn captured the attention of the fashion media, propelling her onto the magazine covers of ID and Dazed and Confused. After making her mark in the fashion magazine standards of Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, W, Glamour, and Elle, she was also named as one of People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People in the World."
An influential voice in today's culture, she has been named as one of Esquire's "Women We Love," one of Jane magazine's "10 Gutsiest Women," one of Sports Illustrated's "Coolest Girls in Sport," and was celebrated as the "Hottest Muse" in Rolling Stone's annual Hot List.
In addition to her professional career, Aimee serves on numerous boards and spends much of her time assisting various non-profit organizations, most notably the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF). Aimee served for years as Vice-President for J.O.B., the nation's oldest non-profit employment service for persons with disabilities, founded in 1947 by Eleanor Roosevelt, Orin Lehman, and others. After serving as a Trustee for the WSF, founded by Billie Jean King, she was elected as the foundation's President, a position she stewarded from 2007 to 2009.
Already at a young age, Aimee's impact on modern society and her influence on future generations is undeniable. Her likeness has been immortalized in exhibits at institutions such as the Smithsonian, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the NCAA Hall of Fame, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Tate Modern, the Track and Field Hall of Fame, and the Women's Museum, where she is honored for her contribution to sport among the "Greatest American Women of the 20th Century." She resides in New York City.
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Future Gear: Robotic Suits Expected to Become Mainstream in Many Assistive ... - The Epoch Times
01 May 2010
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Orthotic Prosthetics | Prosthetic Limbs
01 May 2010
Prosthesis & orthotics are basically the mechanical devices providing the external or internal support to the subjects with bio-mechanical disability. The design & manufacturing needs the utmost study of mechanics & kinematics. ... techniques are also currently used in the research and development of new devices for innovative therapies, treatments, patient monitoring, and early diagnosis of complex diseases. The Sky's the Limit ? Careers in Orthotics and Prosthetics ...
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I-Search: What I learned
01 May 2010
"I-Search: What I learned Nolan Williamson May 10, 2010 Research Question 1 My first research question was, ?What happens to soldiers that come home in need of a prosthetic limb??. Through my research and interviews, I attained several answers. Once they are back on US soil, soldiers are sent to one of the many military hospitals. Soldiers usually end up going to medical centers in Washington DC; San Antonio, TX; or San Diego, CA. While there, soldiers receive their necessary rehab, and fitted with their prosthetic limb. These soldiers can actually receive any prosthetic device they desire, even if it is not yet on the market, or still in research and development. The Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs fund all of the medical care, and prosthetic devices these soldiers need, as well as anything needed in the future. After that, when the soldiers have been declared ready, they are sent home. They often are able to return to the life they they once had, return to playing sports, and do almost everything they did before they had a prosthetic limb. I found this particularly interesting because I did not think that prosthetic devices would be functional enough to keep up, and stay useful during sports and other activities. The whole process of receiving a military prosthetic, from inciting indecent to returning to normal life turned out to be far more intriguing than I had originally thought that it might. Research Question 2
My other research question was, ?What options do soldiers have for prosthetic Devices??. Soldiers have quite a few options in the way of prosthetics, but it most easily boils down into two groups. One of these groups is the high tech devices. These devices could be anything from being microprocessor controlled, pneumatically assisted, motor driven, or even a hybrid bionic limb that is controlled by the remaining intact nerve clusters in a person?s arm. These devices are almost always in the tens of thousands of dollars though. The other broad category is the simpler devices. These devices are usually not very functional if at all, and have no electronics. Often these devices are used purely for aesthetic purposes, and do not assist in daily life. The advantage of these is that they are often user serviceable, much longer lasting, waterproof, and stronger. These devices can take a beating, and work underwater because they are usually little more than some cables and pulleys. All of these devices are incredibly interesting, and I have actually found a considerable amount of enjoyment researching them. What I Did Well In This Research Project Over all, I thought I did quite well with this project. The websites were fun to design, and added an interesting aspect to this project that is not available in many other places, and especially not any other project. I felt that I kept up with the updates on the websites quite well, and I can?t think of anything that I posted late. I also feel that I did a pretty good job in making the sites visually appealing, while still keeping the focus on prosthetics and the military. One of my favorite parts of the whole project was by far the interview process. Although it was slightly stressful at times, it was a very good experience that I am glad I had. The complications that arose were unavoidable, and were there simply because of timing, and other things out of everyone?s control. I ended up with three interviews via two different mediums, and all ended up pact with information, and I am quite proud of them. The third element of the project, the Slide deck, has and always will be one of my favorite parts of any project. I have learned so much this year about oral presentations, and the presentation zen elements are always fun. I very much enjoy art of all kinds, and I look at the presentation more like a work of visual art than a project. The actual oral presentation of the project is fun, because it helps me further improve my speaking skills. Reflection
If I could do this project again, there are only a few things that I would do differently. I have said it several times before, but one of my mistakes was not having anything to fall back on. I had no back up plans. One of my elements did incur some complications, and almost suffered because of it. Thank God, everything turned out okay, as the complications were out of human control, and in the end I ended up with more than I had needed, which benefited me greatly. Another mistake I made toward the begging was that I was putting things off and procrastinating. I did turn in, and post everything on time, but had there been any complications, there were several times where I would not have fared so well. Had I done things earlier, I could have possibly improved the end product even more, although I am quite satisfied with it. One thing I would change about the actual project itself would be the interviews. I enjoyed them so much, I would recommend that a second interview be needed. possibly one from an opposing viewpoint, or a student studying in the field. I believe that it would allow for the student to greater master the subject matter, and come out with a far more solid end product. Reflection and Assessment
I am confident that I did very well in this project. I would give myself an A, if I had to grade myself. When working, I did not do a whole lot of heavy work in school, I did a lot of it at home. This is simply because I much prefer my home work environment, and because I am able to access more resources and use more programs, and do it all faster from home. I felt that I did well in my Lit Circle, as I kept up with the reading, heavily participated in the actual circle, and put serious thought into all of my entries. I know that I invested myself into this project quite well, and I know I was successful in almost all of the elements. The greatest improvement that I alone made over the similar project that I did in December, was that I greatly improved my research skills, had exponentially more curiosity in the subject matter, and most importantly, pushed myself to do my best. My Digital Footprint
I believe that my digital elements say that I had a quite successful and fun research process. They tell the story of my research, because there is visibly a lot of time put into them. The project has been going on for several months now, and the time stamps on the elements show an educational progression throughout the entirety of the project. By blog is particularly good at showing my investment, because of the sheer volume that I have put into that blog over this project?s time line. They help tell the story, because there are links to all of the work that I have done this semester, and there is heart in all of it. I had a lot of fun with this project, and hope that I get a chance to do more in the future.
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Keynote Speakers Announced for Neuroprosthetics 2010 Symposium - WPI News
01 May 2010
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Warrior Games Airman attributes survival to active lifestyle - Air Force Link
01 May 2010
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Opening Ceremonies at the 2010 Warrior Games
01 May 2010
"By Petty Officer 2nd Class William SelbyThe 2010 inaugural Warrior Games will begin tomorrow, but the opening ceremonies tonight started things off with an impact that will be hard to follow.(See [...]"),
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Chairman?s Corner: Join us in Supporting the Warrior Games
01 May 2010
Since I was a midshipman, I have always believed physical fitness is at the core of a military career. From those very first push-ups in boot camp right up to [...]
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New Bionic Arms Are Strong, Sensitive, Human-Friendly
01 May 2010
Robotics and prosthetics designers have been making great advances in the power, sensitivity and humanity of their creations.
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Pentagon Turns to Brain Implants to Repair Damaged Minds - Wired News
01 May 2010
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Team USA primed for 2010 Amputee Hockey World Championships
01 April 2010
With Ludlow's Dave Harackiewicz as one of its coaches and Palmer's James Daley as one of its forwards, Team USA is primed for the 2010 Amputee Hockey World Championships.
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Rehab Program Gets Back Pain Patients Back to Work Sooner
01 March 2010
Disability cut short with integrated care, research shows (Source: Orthopedics News - Doctors Lounge)
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Avatar Project Seeks to Help Military Amputees
01 April 2010
" In the blockbuster movie 'Avatar,' Jake Sully, a former Marine who lost the use of both legs in combat, climbs into a vessel that magically restores his body when he assumes a new, 10-foot-tall avatar identity.
A new project being funded through the Advanced Army Medical Technology Initiative promises to bring some of that same technology to real-life wounded warriors to promote their rehabilitation and help to ease their reintegration into society.
The Amputee Virtual Environment Support Space project aims to create a virtual world in which military and veteran amputees can swap information and provide the peer support many lose when they leave military treatment facilities, explained Ashley Fisher, a program manager at the Army's Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center here."),
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Army civilian named 'Humanitarian of the Year' for his wounded warrior support - United States Army (press release)
01 March 2010
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Jun 26, 2010: 2010 RESNA Conference at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa
01 March 2010
"Join us in Las Vegas at the Red Rock Casino, Spa and Resort for a dynamic conference, beginning with a 2-day pre-conference workshop on the Fundamentals of Assistive Technology. The general conference begins on Monday, June 28 and runs through Tuesday, June 29. Instructional courses will be offered on Wednesday, June 30. Learn more about the awesome learning experience we've lined up for you in the Preliminary Program
If you are working in the field of assistive technology or rehabilitation engineering, studying or just interested in the field, then this is the conference for you! You will be able to learn about the latest advances in technology solutions for persons with disability and network with others with similar interests while earning continuing education credit (CEUs).
Joining RESNA this year is the International Symposium on Quality of Life Technology. This Symposium is being organized by the Quality of Life Technology Center, a National Science Foundation Engineering Research Center operated jointly by University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon. The 2-day event will feature well known international scientists and clinicians who will address emerging technologies for individuals who are aging.
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May 10, 2010: 13th ISPO World Congress and ORTHOPAEDIE + REHA-TECHNIK 2010 at Leipziger Messe
01 March 2010
May 10, 2010: 13th ISPO World Congress and ORTHOPAEDIE + REHA-TECHNIK 2010 at Leipziger Messe
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Veteran teaches others fly tying as therapy - StarNewsOnline.com
01 March 2010
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My I-Search - Nolan's Blog
01 March 2010
I feel it is important to research because there are so many disabled veterans in America, and very little is being done for them. Some amputees are choosing older prosthetic equipment over newer more advanced technology, ...
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Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic marks its 24th year - Grand Junction Sentinel
01 March 2010
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Afghan bomb takes veteran's legs, but not his resolve - Tampa Tribune
01 March 2010
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WWP Soldier Ride: A Rainy Day in San Antonio
01 March 2010
"We started the day at Brook Army Medical Center at the Center for the Intrepid. Chilly, drizzly, and grey, but everyone was pumped up and ready to take on the road. We left BAMC on an 8-mile route to the Alamo, where we stopped to rehydrate... While I'm thanking people, I also have to thank the wonderful folks from Bulow Biotech Prosthetics. They've been with us on the ride at every step, handing out water and snacks, and generally making sure everyone has anything they ...
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onetheway.blogr.com - stories - 2010-03-25-Powered-exoskeleton
01 March 2010
"In 1986, an exoskeleton prototype called the LIFESUIT was created by Monty Reed, a US Army Ranger who had broken his back in a parachute accident. While recovering in the hospital, he read Robert Heinlein's Starship Troopers and from ....Categories: Military robots | Personal armour | Prosthetics | Robotics | Robotic exoskeletonsHidden categories: Articles to be merged from August 2009 | All articles to be merged | All articles with unsourced statements | Articles with ...
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New Developments in Prosthetics
01 March 2010
Peter Davidson at Great Plains Rehabilitation says it takes 10,000 steps for the human brain to understand a new way to walk or move.
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Double Hand Transplant 'Like Science Fiction' - AOL News
01 March 2010
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Robot teaches stroke survivors
01 March 2010
Shaking hands with a robotic arm could be a new way to help stroke patients learn to use their arms again. Researchers report a pilot trial of the "Braccio di Ferro" (iron arm) robot in 10 patients.
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DETERMINATION
01 March 2010
Josh Wege had never skied. Now, with two new prosthetic feet, he's experienced the exhilaration of snowboarding down a mountain.
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NINDS Announces Availability of Funds for Competitive Revision Applications for Grand Challenge on Optimal Cortical Control of DARPA Revolutionizing Upper-Limb Prosthetics (R01 and R37)
01 March 2010
Notice from the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts (Source: NIH Funding Opportunities (Notices, PA, RFA))
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Never-say-die 'Blade Runner' eyes 2012 Olympic Games
01 March 2010
Oscar Pistorius is probably the most well-known sportsman with a disability in the world as the amputee sprinter almost became the first athlete to compete at both the Olympics and Paralympics in 2008.
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Prosthetics posts - Cutting Edge - CNET News
01 March 2010
"And that's just unacceptable," Dr. Geoffrey Ling, an Army colonel and neurologist who's leading the Revolutionizing Prosthetics program, told Pelley ...
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Wounded War Hero Inspires Troops
01 March 2010
"... you get to decide how you react to it." Karcher will continue his rehabilitation in San Antonio where he expects to get prosthetic legs in the coming weeks.
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Salute to troops stirs miles of smiles - Houston Chronicle
01 March 2010
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Technology Review: Upgrading the Prosthetic Hand
01 May 2008
A lightweight prosthetic hand uses hydraulics to achieve more natural finger movement. ... The Fluidhand prototype, developed by a team led by Stefan Schulz at the Research Center in Karlsrühe, in partnership with the Orthopedic University Hospital, in Heidelberg, Germany, has flexible drives located in each of its finger joints, enabling the wearer to move each finger independently. Lightweight miniature hydraulics are connected to elastic chambers that can flex the ...
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