Stability and Falls Evaluation after AMPutation (SAFE-AMP) 1, is the first study in a series that focuses on microprocessor-controlled knee technology for diabetic and dysvascular patients with above knee amputations. Hanger’s Director of Clinical Research Shane Wurdeman, PhD, CP, FAAOP (D), shares the findings with Jacki and Brendan. Listen to learn about how MPKs can decrease the odds of an injurious fall by 250%!
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The O&P Check-in is a bi-monthly podcast featuring the latest orthotics and prosthetics news, trends, best practices, regulations and policies. Designed for O&P professionals, join Brendan Erickson and Jacki Green as they interview guests and share the latest advancements in the industry.