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NEW! Ossur Seal-In X Transfemoral Liner & Unity Elevated Vacuum

“The next generation of Seal-In liner technology is here! Introducing Seal-In X TF, with proven Volume Adaptive Blade technology and a moveable seal-ring that can be optimally positioned to maximize comfort for each unique individual. Seal-In X TF provides the personalized fit required to satisfy the varied needs of your above-knee amputees”.

Design Enhancements 

  • Independent Seal Ring with Volume Adaptive Blades
  • Silicone bands prevent air leakage and seal migration
  • Thinner (9 mm) more compliant distal end and 5mm longer length
  • New two tone fabric with increased durability and adhesion
  • Designed for use with Unity vacuum system 

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Unity offers the security and freedom of vacuum suspension, but without the sensation and restrictions of a sleeve. This advanced system from Össur effectively addresses volume fluctuation and is totally compatible with Flex-Foot technology.

Key advantages

  • No sleeve required: Greater mobility and user acceptance
  • 15-22 in Hg Vacuum: Effective volume stabilization
  • Simple design: Quick and easy to achieve/release vacuum
  • Independent pump: Foot function uncompromised
  • Light weight: Complete system weighs only 130g

Unity for all

With the Unity VACUUM SYSTEM by Össur, there is finally an elevated vacuum system for all users. Whether an above-knee or below-knee, low active or high active, mechanical or microprocessor solution is required, the Unity Vacuum System offers the flexibility to combine a variety of Össur feet and knees to achieve the optimal combination of equipment for each unique user.

Unity is only recommended with sleeveless Seal-In technology

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Photographer Creates a Fantasy World for Her One-Handed Daughter to Show Her Anything is Possible

Children are Amazing! Truly they can do anything. No matter What!!

“Photographer and mother Holly Spring‘s photography has always been about her daughter. Born with only one hand and suffering from something known as Hirschprung’s disease, little Violet almost died from surgical complications before Holly ever got a chance to take a single picture of her.

Shortly after that, her husband bought her a DSLR, and she has been taking pictures of Violet ever since.

Her photographs and digital creations feature wondrous scenes that show Violet in any number of fantastical scenarios. Whether she’s playing with a giraffe, holding a smaller version of herself or dancing with butterflies, these composite photographs are meant to show Violet that anything is possible”

See More Beautiful Pictures

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Biodesign Now Offering the Rush Foot

Biodesign Prosthetics & Orthotics now offering the Rush foot!

"It’s about time for amputees to see prosthetics as a solution, not a challenge.
Ability Dynamics has answered the call for a better design for amputees. RUSH™ foot is taking full advantage of today’s state-of-the art materials. This revolutionary breakthrough produces a flexible, durable, strong and lightweight foot that is so forgiving and comfortable, RUSH users can’t stop talking about what they can do now that they could never do before."


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HexHog Off Road Vehicle

Six-Wheel-Drive Off Road Vehicle Breaks Down Barriers.  Biodesign thinks this is an awsome innovation! Way to go Sion Pierce(Inventor)

 

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Shinfin

Cool “Shin Fins”  

“We have many below knee amputees using shinfin fins around the world and we get great feedback. It depends on the person of course but many below knee amputees can pretty much get back to swimming as normal with shinfin fins, finding them very beneficial. Good hip movement helps and shinfin fins help to develop this too.”

One fin design, highly adaptable.
What disabilities do you need them for?
I have disabled customers with many different disabilities including: motor control problems, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, neuropathy, stroke complications, below-knee amputees, above-knee amputees, bilateral amputees etc. They find shinfin™ fins invaluable for teaching them to swim, building muscle tone, regaining movement control, rehabilitation etc. They get more fun from swimming and other water activities, and more health benefits too. I get excellent feedback.

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