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Check out the BracePlace! Spotlight on Technology: WalkAide comes to HOP
In addition to expansion and credentialing, we’ve been able to offer the innovative and unique WalkAide device. This component uses an electrical stimulation device to take the place of a bulky ankle foot brace. While the electrodes replace the clunky and sometimes heavy old style brace, they offer the same level of functionality for patients with brain or spinal disease or trauma.
For patients suffering with foot drop (also called dropfoot), the weakness or paralysis of the muscles used to lift the foot from the floor. Footdrop makes it difficult for the person to life up the foot from the floor while walking—as a result the foot either drags behind or is lifted too high while walking. There is no age or gender that is more likely to get dropfoot; it occurs as a result of an illness or injury to the brain. WalkAide can help reduce the amount of difficulty a person with foot drop has being mobile and getting around, increasing their independence and ability to perform the tasks of daily living.
The WalkAide is specifically designed to assist patients with foot drop due to spinal or brain diseases or trauma; some of the patients helped by WalkAide include those suffering from or afflicted by:
• Spinal Cord Injury • Stroke (CVA) • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) • Cerebral Palsy (CP)
By offering the WalkAide device, HOP hopes to help those in our community suffering from brain illness or injury resume a more active and independent lifestyle.
ABC Certification for Providers and Facilities
We’re proud to have both facilities fully certified by the American Board of Certification. In order to be certi- fied, providers and facilities have to meet stringent quality and care standards and provide top level care for patients and clients. Both Roger Howard and Sara Bremley are indi- vidually certified by the ABC; both our main and satellite offices have been certified as well.
Get Back To Living. Looking for the best braces, supports, orthotics and sports injury equipment? • Pre and Post-Op Tscope Braces • Donjoy Playmakers • Ankle Braces • Form Fit Back Braces • Arm Slings • Custom ACL Braces • Custom Orthotics • Performance Prosthetics CALL TODAY (315) 786-8973
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“I feel I’m “Hard Fit” due to my gunshot wounds still present after amputation. I’m not satisfied until I get what I want. Howard Orthotics & Prosthetics was very patient and understanding to what I wanted and worked very hard to get my comfortable. Very happy I chose to come here!” Brian E.
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Health Tips
Did You Know You Can Eat 2 Foods That Keep You Hydrated?
1. Cucumbers No matter how you slice ‘em and dice ‘em, cucumbers keep cool at the number one spot on the list of water-logged fruits and vegetables. Composed of 96 percent water, cukes have no saturated fat or cholesterol, and are very high in vitamin K, vitamin B6 and iron. Cucumber and melon bites, anyone?
2. Strawberries Even without the shortcake, strawberries are a sweet treat perfect for staying hydrated. They are 92 percent water (the most of any berry) and are loaded with fiber and vitamin C.
Diet And Your Core Diet is a big part of a healthy core. Your core muscles need the energy to work all day long and work even harder when you increase your activity level or do any form of exercise. Here is a great energy snack idea to use during your day and best of all it’s an excellent healthy choice that can be used to supplement your diet as well. ENERGY DRINK Ingredients: · 2 cups of water or coconut water · One lime or lemon · 1-2 tablespoons of chia seeds
Directions: 1. Pour water / coconut water into a container with a sealable top 2. Squeeze the juice from lime, lemon, or orange into the water
3. Spoon chia seeds into the mixture 4. Cover with a sealable top and shake 5. Let sit for at least 30 minutes prior to drinking 6. Chill with ice or refrigerate as desired ** Now you have a homemade power / energy drink without all the cost
Exercise Essentials
Try this simple exercise to help you feel better... Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
Helps Strengthen Core PLANK While lying face down, lift your body up on your elbows and toes. Try and maintain a straight spine. Do not allow your hips or pelvis on either side to drop. Hold for as long as you can work up to holding it for a minute a day.
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SHARE Please share these exercises with friends and family members to help them stay healthy and free from pain. S AV E Save these in a place where you can easily use them as needed. Watch for more exercises in our next issue.
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