Symposia
| Time | Program Code | Thursday, February 25 |
|---|---|---|
| 12:45 PM - 2:15 PM | S1 | Symposia Powered Lower Limb Prosthetics and Orthotics: Current Technologies and Future Directions Andrew Hansen, PhD, Hugh Herr, PhD, Daniel Ferris, PhD This session will include a classification of devices based on their use of power; research describing power and energy in physiologic systems that suggest a need for powered devices for certain tasks; and research and development toward future powered lower limb prostheses and orthoses. |
| 2:20 PM - 3:50 PM | S2 | Symposia Arthrogryposis: What is the Current Thinking? Bryan Malas, CO, Elaine Figgins, MBAPO, HEA, Vineeta Swaroop, MD, Brigid Driscoll, CO, PT What is the current thinking about Arthrogryposis and how does orthotic management factor in to the overall treatment for this population? Come to this session and learn what experts are saying about these and other questions related to Arthrogryposis. You will hear from members of the medical team as they describe their experience, current research, and what the evidence is telling us about the most effective treatment for Arthrogryposis. The team will consist of a Physician, Orthotist, Physical Therapist, and Patient. The format will include presentations by each member of the team followed by a panel discussion and question and answer period. |
| Time | Program Code | Friday, February 26 |
| 9:50 AM - 11:20 AM | S3 | Symposia AFOs for Running and High Activity Demands: Designs and Material Options Keith Gordon, PhD, ATC, CSCS, Sean McKale, Gary Bedard, CO, FAAOP Review a case study and outcome measures of a young (30s) patient with CMT that has gone through a gamut of different AFO fabrication types all in an effort to keep him active. Review the forces surrounding the foot and ankle in normal gait. Discuss work with pneumatic muscles and the potential future of AFOs that will provide assistive energy to the patient. |